In this article, we are going to address a subject that can be of use to all of us. Whether it’s because you have a flat tire, or you want to change your brake pads, knowing where the jack is on a Nissan X-trail is necessary. 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 types of jacks, then, where the jack is on an Nissan X-trail, and finally, how to use the jack on your car.

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What are the different types of jacks for Nissan X-trail?

So we start our article with the different types of jacks that exist. In fact, although generally most Nissan X-trail 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 Nissan X-trail : 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 placed under the motor vehicle 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 Nissan X-trail : It uses exactly similar principle 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 Nissan X-trail : This sort of jack is not standard equipment on cars, and is usually just provided with a premium model or bought in motor vehicle centres. These jacks are heavier, generally less bulky and have the advantage of being much easier 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 Nissan X-trail?

We will now start the part that certainly done you come to this content, where is the jack on a Nissan X-trail? It might seem very easy, but based on the motor vehicle make and model the location of the jack is not similar. Take note that most Nissan X-trail 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 Nissan X-trail 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 change based on the year and the finish of your Nissan X-trail:

  • The most basic position for a jack is in the trunk of your Nissan X-trail. 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 part of your trunk.
  • Last possible location for the jack on your Nissan X-trail is under your motor vehicle. If you still have the spare tire you will find it under your trunk, generally 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 Nissan X-trail?

Finally, we will fairly quickly explain how to use the jack on your Nissan X-trail. Whether it is to change your wheel or to change the brake pads of your Nissan X-trail, the process remains similar. This process might seem complex, but you just need to follow a few recommendations to use your jack safely:

  • Before lifting your Nissan X-trail, 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, in any other case 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 generally find a notch to position it in the right place.
  • Raise your Nissan X-trail, don’t bother doing it much, if your tire comes off three inches off the ground that’s enough.

To get more tips on the Nissan X-trail, take a look at the Nissan X-trail category.