In this post, we are going to talk about a subject that can be of use to everyone. Whether it’s because you have a flat tire, or you want to change your brake pads, knowing where the jack is on a Mazda 2 is fundamental. In fact, without the jack, you won’t have the ability to lift your car and consequently change a wheel, or, access the components behind it such as the brake pads for example. To do this, we will first explain the different sort of jacks, then, where the jack is on an Mazda 2, and finally, how to use the jack on your car.
What are the different types of jacks for Mazda 2?
So we start our content with the different sort of jacks that exist. In fact, nevertheless in general most Mazda 2 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 Mazda 2 : The first type of jack, the most classic and cheapest of all, is generally identified on entry-level models, or with few options. This type of jack has only 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 Mazda 2 : It uses precisely the same process as the jack seen above, 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 Mazda 2 : This kind of jack is not standard equipment on vehicles, and is usually only provided with a premium model or bought in car centres. These jacks are heavier, generally less bulky and have the advantage of being much less complicated 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 Mazda 2?
We will now start the part that definitely done you come to this article, where is the jack on a Mazda 2? It might seem very easy, but based on the car produce and model the location of the jack is not the same. Be aware that most Mazda 2 vehicles are furnished 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 Mazda 2 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 based on the year and the finish of your Mazda 2:
- The most common position for a jack is in the trunk of your Mazda 2. 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 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 part of your trunk.
- Last possible location for the jack on your Mazda 2 is under your car. 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 have the ability to release it and the spare tire.
How to use the jack on a Mazda 2?
Finally, we will fairly quickly explain how to use the jack on your Mazda 2. Whether it is to change your wheel or to change the brake pads of your Mazda 2, the process remains the same. This process might seem difficult, but you only need to follow a few recommendations to use your jack safely:
- Before lifting your Mazda 2, 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.
- Start to lift your jack (about 20 centimeters) and position it under your car at the level of the underbody, you will in most cases find a notch to position it in the right place.
- Raise your Mazda 2, don’t bother doing it much, if your tire comes off three inches off the ground that’s enough.
To find more tips on the Mazda 2, take a look at the Mazda 2 category.
