In this post, we are going to address a theme that can be of use to most 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 Peugeot 307 Cc is necessary. Obviously, without the jack, you won’t be able to lift your car and therefore change a wheel, or, access the elements behind it such as the brake pads for example. To achieve this, we will first explain the different types of jacks, then, where the jack is on an Peugeot 307 Cc, and finally, how to use the jack on your car.

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What are the different types of jacks for Peugeot 307 Cc?

So we start our content with the different types of jacks that exist. Obviously, nevertheless generally speaking most Peugeot 307 Cc 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 Peugeot 307 Cc : 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 placed 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 Peugeot 307 Cc : It uses precisely 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 Peugeot 307 Cc : This type of jack is not standard equipment on cars, 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 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 Peugeot 307 Cc?

We will now commence the part that surely made you come to this content, where is the jack on a Peugeot 307 Cc? It may seem basic, but based on the car produce and model the location of the jack is not similar. Be aware that most Peugeot 307 Cc cars are set up 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 Peugeot 307 Cc 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 change based on the year and the finish of your Peugeot 307 Cc:

  • The most basic position for a jack is in the trunk of your Peugeot 307 Cc. 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 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 part of your trunk.
  • Last possible location for the jack on your Peugeot 307 Cc is under your car. If you still have the spare tire you will find it under your trunk, usually you will have to unscrew a nut to be able to release it and the spare tire.

How to use the jack on a Peugeot 307 Cc?

Finally, we will fairly quickly explain how to use the jack on your Peugeot 307 Cc. If it is to change your wheel or to change the brake pads of your Peugeot 307 Cc, the process remains similar. This process may seem difficult, but you only need to follow a few recommendations to use your jack safely:

  • Before lifting your Peugeot 307 Cc, 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 car at the level of the underbody, you will usually find a notch to position it in the right place.
  • Raise your Peugeot 307 Cc, don’t bother doing it much, if your tire comes off three inches off the ground that’s enough.

Whenever you have any further questions about the Peugeot 307 Cc, do not hesitate to consult our Peugeot 307 Cc category.