In this post, we are going to talk about a theme that can be of use to everyone. If it’s because you have a flat tire, or you want to change your brake pads, knowing where the jack is on a Porsche 911 is fundamental. In truth, without the jack, you won’t be able 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 show you the different types of jacks, then, where the jack is on an Porsche 911, and at last, how to use the jack on your car.

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What are the different types of jacks for Porsche 911?

So we begin our article with the different types of jacks that exist. In truth, nevertheless in general most Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 : 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 only one articulated arm that is positioned 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 Porsche 911 : It uses precisely the same process as the jack seen earlier, that is, a worm screw that will allow screwing to raise the jack, and unscrewing to lower it, however the use of a double arm will allow to have a more stable jack that can lift a higher payload.
  • The hydraulic jack for Porsche 911 : This sort of jack is not standard equipment on vehicles, 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 employ 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 Porsche 911?

We will now begin the part that definitely made you come to this content, where is the jack on a Porsche 911? It might seem simple, but depending on the car make and model the location of the jack is not the same. Be aware that most Porsche 911 vehicles 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 Porsche 911 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 depending on the year and the finish of your Porsche 911:

  • The most general position for a jack is in the trunk of your Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 is under your car. If you still have the spare tire you will discover it under your trunk, in most cases you will have to unscrew a nut to be able to release it and the spare tire.

How to use the jack on a Porsche 911?

Finally, we will fairly quickly show you how to use the jack on your Porsche 911. If it is to change your wheel or to change the brake pads of your Porsche 911, the procedure remains the same. This procedure might seem complex, but you only need to follow a few recommendations to use your jack safely:

  • Before lifting your Porsche 911, 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 in most cases discover a notch to position it in the right place.
  • Raise your Porsche 911, don’t bother doing it much, if your tire comes off three inches off the ground that’s enough.

If you wish more guides on the Porsche 911, go to our Porsche 911 category.