In this article, we are going to address a theme that can be of use to all of us. Whether it’s because you have a flat tire, or you want to replace your brake pads, knowing where the jack is on a Mercedes Classe C 3 is necessary. In actual fact, 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 show you the different types of jacks, then, where the jack is on an Mercedes Classe C 3, and at last, how to use the jack on your car.
What are the different types of jacks for Mercedes Classe C 3?
So we begin our article with the different types of jacks that exist. In actual fact, although generally speaking most Mercedes Classe C 3 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 Mercedes Classe C 3 : The first type of jack, the most classic and cheapest of all, is generally found on entry-level models, or with few options. This kind of jack has only one articulated arm that is situated under the car to lift it. This kind of jack is light, easy to use, but does not allow you to lift large loads.
- The double-arm screw jack for Mercedes Classe C 3 : It uses exactly the same principle as the jack seen above, that is, a worm screw that will allow screwing to raise the jack, and unscrewing to lower it, nevertheless the use of a double arm will allow to have a more stable jack that can lift a higher payload.
- The hydraulic jack for Mercedes Classe C 3 : This type of jack is not standard equipment on vehicles, and is usually only supplied with a premium model or bought in car centres. These jacks are heavier, generally less bulky and have the advantage of being much less difficult 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 Mercedes Classe C 3?
We will now begin the part that definitely made you come to this content, where is the jack on a Mercedes Classe C 3? It may seem basic, but based on the car make and model the location of the jack is not the same. Take note that most Mercedes Classe C 3 cars are equipped 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 Mercedes Classe C 3 or have been loaned one, or are renting it, you may not have this info. We are going to give you the different locations of the jack on your car, these locations may replace based on the year and the finish of your Mercedes Classe C 3:
- The most basic location for a jack is in the trunk of your Mercedes Classe C 3. 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 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 Mercedes Classe C 3 is under your car. If you still have the spare tire you will locate 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 Mercedes Classe C 3?
Finally, we will fairly quickly show you how to use the jack on your Mercedes Classe C 3. Whether it is to replace your wheel or to replace the brake pads of your Mercedes Classe C 3, the procedure remains the same. This procedure may seem difficult, but you only need to follow a few recommendations to use your jack safely:
- Before lifting your Mercedes Classe C 3, 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 car at the level of the underbody, you will in most cases locate a notch to position it in the right place.
- Raise your Mercedes Classe C 3, don’t bother doing it much, if your tire comes off three inches off the ground that’s enough.
Whenever you have any additional questions about the Mercedes Classe C 3, do not hesitate to consult our Mercedes Classe C 3 category.
