In this article, we are going to treat a subject that can be of use to all of us. Whether it’s because you have a flat tire, or you want to change your brake pads, knowing where the jack is on a Jaguar XF is important. In fact, without the jack, you won’t be able to lift your car and consequently change a wheel, or, access the components behind it such as the brake pads for example. To achieve this, we will first show you the different sort of jacks, then, where the jack is on an Jaguar XF, and finally, how to use the jack on your car.

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What are the different types of jacks for Jaguar XF?

So we begin our article with the different sort of jacks that exist. In fact, although in general most Jaguar XF will be equipped with the same kind of jack, there are still different styles with different uses, here they are:

  • The single-arm screw jack for Jaguar XF : The first type of jack, the most traditional and cheapest of all, is generally discovered on entry-level models, or with few options. This kind of jack has just one articulated arm that is placed under the motor vehicle to lift it. This kind of jack is light, easy to use, but does not enable you to lift large loads.
  • The double-arm screw jack for Jaguar XF : It uses precisely the same basic principle as the jack seen earlier, that is, a worm screw that will enable screwing to raise the jack, and unscrewing to lower it, nevertheless the use of a double arm will enable to have a more stable jack that can lift a higher payload.
  • The hydraulic jack for Jaguar XF : This form of jack is not standard equipment on cars, and is usually just supplied with a premium model or bought in motor vehicle centres. These jacks are heavier, generally less bulky and have the advantage of being much less complicated to utilise and able to lift a larger load. It would cost between 20 and 50 euros to buy them, here is a simple and effective model from Oscaro.

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Where is the jack on Jaguar XF?

We will now start the part that definitely made you come to this post, where is the jack on a Jaguar XF? It might seem basic, but depending on the motor vehicle produce and model the location of the jack is not the same. Be aware that most Jaguar XF cars are supplied with a jack, if they are not you will have to find a puncture-proof spray or a compressor instead. Whether you have just bought your Jaguar XF or have been loaned one, or are renting it, you may possibly not have this info. We are going to give you the different locations of the jack on your motor vehicle, these locations may possibly change depending on the year and the finish of your Jaguar XF:

  • The most common location for a jack is in the trunk of your Jaguar XF. To reach it, just lift the carpet in the trunk and you should find it and the spare tire.
  • In the rear wheel arch: Similar but less traditional location, your jack might be in your trunk, but on the side of the trunk, to reach it you just have to open the hatch in the right component of your trunk.
  • Last possible location for the jack on your Jaguar XF is under your motor vehicle. If you still have the spare tire you will find it under your trunk, in most cases you will have to unscrew a nut to be able to release it and the spare tire.

How to use the jack on a Jaguar XF?

Finally, we will fairly quickly show you how to use the jack on your Jaguar XF. Whether it is to change your wheel or to change the brake pads of your Jaguar XF, the procedure remains the same. This procedure might seem difficult, but you just need to follow a few recommendations to use your jack safely:

  • Before lifting your Jaguar XF, remember to engage the handbrake as well as a gear to lock your wheels.
  • Unscrew the wheel nuts of the wheels you want to work on before lifting the car, otherwise you risk damaging the transmission.
  • Begin to lift your jack (about 20 centimeters) and position it under your motor vehicle at the level of the underbody, you will in most cases find a notch to position it in the right place.
  • Raise your Jaguar XF, don’t bother doing it much, if your tire comes off three inches off the ground that’s enough.

If you wish more tutorials on the Jaguar XF, go to our Jaguar XF category.