In this post, we are going to talk about a theme that can be of use to everyone. Whether it’s because you have a flat tire, or you want to replace your brake pads, knowing where the jack is on a Kia Carens is fundamental. Obviously, without the jack, you won’t have the ability to lift your car and consequently replace a wheel, or, access the elements behind it such as the brake pads for example. To do this, we will first explain the different types of jacks, then, where the jack is on an Kia Carens, and finally, how to use the jack on your car.
What are the different types of jacks for Kia Carens?
So we start our content with the different types of jacks that exist. Obviously, nevertheless generally speaking most Kia Carens will be equipped with the same type of jack, there are still different styles with different uses, here they are:
- The single-arm screw jack for Kia Carens : The first type of jack, the most classic and cheapest of all, is generally located on entry-level models, or with few options. This type of jack has only one articulated arm that is situated under the motor vehicle to lift it. This type of jack is light, easy to use, but does not enable you to lift large loads.
- The double-arm screw jack for Kia Carens : It uses exactly the same principle as the jack seen above, that is, a worm screw that will enable screwing to raise the jack, and unscrewing to lower it, however the use of a double arm will enable to have a more stable jack that can lift a higher payload.
- The hydraulic jack for Kia Carens : This type of jack is not standard equipment on vehicles, and is usually only 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 efficient model from Oscaro.
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Where is the jack on Kia Carens?
We will now begin the part that surely made you come to this post, where is the jack on a Kia Carens? It might seem basic, but based on the motor vehicle make and model the location of the jack is not the same. Take note that most Kia Carens vehicles are set up 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 Kia Carens or have been loaned one, or are renting it, you may not have this information. We are going to give you the different locations of the jack on your motor vehicle, these locations may replace based on the year and the finish of your Kia Carens:
- The most basic position for a jack is in the trunk of your Kia Carens. 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 position, your jack may 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 Kia Carens is under your motor vehicle. If you still have the spare tire you will find it under your trunk, usually you will have to unscrew a nut to have the ability to release it and the spare tire.
How to use the jack on a Kia Carens?
Finally, we will quickly explain how to use the jack on your Kia Carens. Whether it is to replace your wheel or to replace the brake pads of your Kia Carens, the procedure remains the same. This procedure might seem difficult, but you only need to follow a few recommendations to use your jack safely:
- Before lifting your Kia Carens, 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 vehicle, 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 usually find a notch to position it in the right place.
- Raise your Kia Carens, don’t bother doing it much, if your tire comes off three inches off the ground that’s enough.
If you want more guides on the Kia Carens, go to our Kia Carens category.
