In this article, we are going to treat a topic that can be of use to all 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 309 is important. Indeed, 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 do this, we will first explain the different types of jacks, then, where the jack is on an Peugeot 309, and at last, how to use the jack on your car.
What are the different types of jacks for Peugeot 309?
So we start our content page with the different types of jacks that exist. Indeed, although generally most Peugeot 309 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 309 : The first type of jack, the most classic and cheapest of all, is generally located 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 enable you to lift large loads.
- The double-arm screw jack for Peugeot 309 : It uses precisely similar process as the jack seen earlier, that is, a worm screw that will enable screwing to raise the jack, and unscrewing to lower it, nevertheless the use of a double arm will enable to have a more stable jack that can lift a higher payload.
- The hydraulic jack for Peugeot 309 : This form of jack is not standard equipment on cars, 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 simpler 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 Peugeot 309?
We will now start the part that surely done you come to this article, where is the jack on a Peugeot 309? It may seem simple, but depending on the car make and model the location of the jack is not similar. Be aware that most Peugeot 309 cars are equipped 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 309 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 depending on the year and the finish of your Peugeot 309:
- The most basic position for a jack is in the trunk of your Peugeot 309. 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 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 component of your trunk.
- Last possible location for the jack on your Peugeot 309 is under your car. If you still have the spare tire you will find 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 Peugeot 309?
Finally, we will quickly explain how to use the jack on your Peugeot 309. If it is to change your wheel or to change the brake pads of your Peugeot 309, 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 309, 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, 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 find a notch to position it in the right place.
- Raise your Peugeot 309, 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 Peugeot 309, take a look at the Peugeot 309 category.
