In this article, we are going to talk about a theme that can be of use to all of us. If it’s because you have a flat tire, or you want to change your brake pads, knowing where the jack is on a Lexus ES is important. Indeed, without the jack, you won’t be able to lift your car and consequently change a wheel, or, access the elements behind it such as the brake pads for example. To do this, we will first describe the different types of jacks, then, where the jack is on an Lexus ES, and at last, how to use the jack on your car.
What are the different types of jacks for Lexus ES?
So we start our content page with the different types of jacks that exist. Indeed, nevertheless in general most Lexus ES 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 Lexus ES : The first type of jack, the most classic and cheapest of all, is generally found on entry-level models, or with few options. This type of jack has just one articulated arm that is situated under the car to lift it. This type of jack is light, easy to use, but does not allow you to lift large loads.
- The double-arm screw jack for Lexus ES : It uses precisely similar principle as the jack seen earlier, that is, a worm screw that will allow screwing to raise the jack, and unscrewing to lower it, on the other hand the use of a double arm will allow to have a more stable jack that can lift a higher payload.
- The hydraulic jack for Lexus ES : This sort of jack is not standard equipment on vehicles, and is usually just provided with a premium model or bought in car centres. These jacks are heavier, generally less bulky and have the advantage of being much simpler to use 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 Lexus ES?
We will now start the part that certainly made you come to this post, where is the jack on a Lexus ES? It may seem simple, but depending on the car make and model the location of the jack is not similar. Take note that most Lexus ES cars are supplied with a jack, if they are not you will have to find a puncture-proof spray or a compressor instead. If you have just bought your Lexus ES 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 car, these locations may change depending on the year and the finish of your Lexus ES:
- The most basic location for a jack is in the trunk of your Lexus ES. 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 common 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 Lexus ES is under your car. If you still have the spare tire you will discover 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 Lexus ES?
Finally, we will quickly describe how to use the jack on your Lexus ES. If it is to change your wheel or to change the brake pads of your Lexus ES, the procedure remains similar. This procedure may seem difficult, but you just need to follow a few recommendations to use your jack safely:
- Before lifting your Lexus ES, 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, in any other case you risk damaging the transmission.
- Begin to lift your jack (about 20 centimeters) and position it under your car at the level of the underbody, you will in most cases discover a notch to position it in the right place.
- Raise your Lexus ES, 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 Lexus ES, go to our Lexus ES category.
