In this article, we are going to talk about a subject that can be of use to most 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse is fundamental. In truth, without the jack, you won’t be able to lift your car and therefore replace a wheel, or, access the components behind it such as the brake pads for example. To do this, we will first describe the different kind of jacks, then, where the jack is on an Mitsubishi Eclipse, and finally, how to use the jack on your car.

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What are the different types of jacks for Mitsubishi Eclipse?

So we start our article with the different kind of jacks that exist. In truth, although in general most Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse : The first type of jack, the most traditional and cheapest of all, is generally determined on entry-level models, or with few options. This kind of jack has just one articulated arm that is placed under the car 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse : It uses exactly similar 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse : This type of jack is not standard equipment on cars, 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 easier to employ 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse?

We will now start the part that definitely done you come to this article, where is the jack on a Mitsubishi Eclipse? It may seem very easy, but depending on the car produce and model the location of the jack is not similar. Take note that most Mitsubishi Eclipse vehicles 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse or have been loaned one, or are renting it, you might not have this information. We are going to give you the different locations of the jack on your car, these locations might replace depending on the year and the finish of your Mitsubishi Eclipse:

  • The most general position for a jack is in the trunk of your Mitsubishi Eclipse. 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse is under your car. If you still have the spare tire you will locate it under your trunk, generally you will have to unscrew a nut to be able to release it and the spare tire.

How to use the jack on a Mitsubishi Eclipse?

Finally, we will quickly describe how to use the jack on your Mitsubishi Eclipse. Whether it is to replace your wheel or to replace the brake pads of your Mitsubishi Eclipse, the procedure remains similar. This procedure may seem complex, but you just need to follow a few recommendations to use your jack safely:

  • Before lifting your Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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 generally locate a notch to position it in the right place.
  • Raise your Mitsubishi Eclipse, don’t bother doing it much, if your tire comes off three inches off the ground that’s enough.

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