In this article, we are going to treat a theme 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 Renault Kangoo 2 is essential. Indeed, without the jack, you won’t be able 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 describe the different types of jacks, then, where the jack is on an Renault Kangoo 2, and at last, how to use the jack on your car.
What are the different types of jacks for Renault Kangoo 2?
So we start our content with the different types of jacks that exist. Indeed, although in general most Renault Kangoo 2 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 Renault Kangoo 2 : The first type of jack, the most traditional and cheapest of all, is generally discovered on entry-level models, or with few options. This type of jack has only 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 enable you to lift large loads.
- The double-arm screw jack for Renault Kangoo 2 : It uses precisely the same basic principle as the jack seen above, 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 Renault Kangoo 2 : This type of jack is not standard equipment on vehicles, and is usually only 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 less difficult to utilise 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 Renault Kangoo 2?
We will now begin the part that definitely done you come to this article, where is the jack on a Renault Kangoo 2? It might seem very easy, but depending on the motor vehicle make and model the location of the jack is not the same. Take note that most Renault Kangoo 2 vehicles 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 Renault Kangoo 2 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 motor vehicle, these locations may change depending on the year and the finish of your Renault Kangoo 2:
- The most common location for a jack is in the trunk of your Renault Kangoo 2. 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 location, 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 component of your trunk.
- Last possible location for the jack on your Renault Kangoo 2 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 be able to release it and the spare tire.
How to use the jack on a Renault Kangoo 2?
Finally, we will fairly quickly describe how to use the jack on your Renault Kangoo 2. Whether it is to change your wheel or to change the brake pads of your Renault Kangoo 2, the process remains the same. This process might seem complex, but you only need to follow a few recommendations to use your jack safely:
- Before lifting your Renault Kangoo 2, 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.
- 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 Renault Kangoo 2, don’t bother doing it much, if your tire comes off three inches off the ground that’s enough.
To discover more tips on the Renault Kangoo 2, take a look at the Renault Kangoo 2 category.
