In this post, we are going to talk about a topic that can be of use to everyone. Whether it’s because you have a flat tire, or you want to change your brake pads, knowing where the jack is on a Peugeot 5008 is essential. In fact, without the jack, you won’t have the ability to lift your car and consequently 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 kind of jacks, then, where the jack is on an Peugeot 5008, and at last, how to use the jack on your car.

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What are the different types of jacks for Peugeot 5008?

So we start our article with the different kind of jacks that exist. In fact, nevertheless generally most Peugeot 5008 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 5008 : The first type of jack, the most traditional 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 positioned 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 5008 : It uses precisely similar process 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 Peugeot 5008 : This form of jack is not standard equipment on cars, and is usually just 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 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 5008?

We will now begin the part that surely made you come to this article, where is the jack on a Peugeot 5008? It might seem basic, but based on the car make and model the location of the jack is not similar. Be aware that most Peugeot 5008 cars are set up 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 Peugeot 5008 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 change based on the year and the finish of your Peugeot 5008:

  • The most common location for a jack is in the trunk of your Peugeot 5008. 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 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 5008 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 have the ability to release it and the spare tire.

How to use the jack on a Peugeot 5008?

Finally, we will fairly quickly explain how to use the jack on your Peugeot 5008. Whether it is to change your wheel or to change the brake pads of your Peugeot 5008, the process remains similar. This process might seem difficult, but you just need to follow a few recommendations to use your jack safely:

  • Before lifting your Peugeot 5008, 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.
  • Start 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 5008, don’t bother doing it much, if your tire comes off three inches off the ground that’s enough.

If you want more guides on the Peugeot 5008, go to our Peugeot 5008 category.