In this article, we are going to talk about a subject that can be of use to all of us. If it’s because you have a flat tire, or you want to replace your brake pads, knowing where the jack is on a Subaru Crosstrek is important. Obviously, without the jack, you won’t have the ability to lift your car and consequently replace a wheel, or, access the components behind it such as the brake pads for example. To get this done, we will first describe the different types of jacks, then, where the jack is on an Subaru Crosstrek, and finally, how to use the jack on your car.
What are the different types of jacks for Subaru Crosstrek?
So we start our content with the different types of jacks that exist. Obviously, nevertheless in general most Subaru Crosstrek will be equipped with the same kind of jack, there are still different styles with different uses, here they are:
- The single-arm screw jack for Subaru Crosstrek : The first type of jack, the most classic and cheapest of all, is generally identified on entry-level models, or with few options. This kind of jack has only one articulated arm that is placed under the car to lift it. This kind of jack is light, easy to use, but does not enable you to lift large loads.
- The double-arm screw jack for Subaru Crosstrek : It uses exactly the same basic principle as the jack seen earlier, that is, a worm screw that will enable screwing to raise the jack, and unscrewing to lower it, on the other hand the use of a double arm will enable to have a more stable jack that can lift a higher payload.
- The hydraulic jack for Subaru Crosstrek : This type 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 easier 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 Subaru Crosstrek?
We will now begin the part that definitely done you come to this post, where is the jack on a Subaru Crosstrek? It may seem simple, but based on the car produce and model the location of the jack is not the same. Take note that most Subaru Crosstrek 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 Subaru Crosstrek 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 replace based on the year and the finish of your Subaru Crosstrek:
- The most common location for a jack is in the trunk of your Subaru Crosstrek. 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 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 Subaru Crosstrek is under your car. If you still have the spare tire you will locate 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 Subaru Crosstrek?
Finally, we will quickly describe how to use the jack on your Subaru Crosstrek. If it is to replace your wheel or to replace the brake pads of your Subaru Crosstrek, the procedure remains the same. This procedure may seem complex, but you only need to follow a few recommendations to use your jack safely:
- Before lifting your Subaru Crosstrek, 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, 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 locate a notch to position it in the right place.
- Raise your Subaru Crosstrek, don’t bother doing it much, if your tire comes off three inches off the ground that’s enough.
If perhaps you have any further questions about the Subaru Crosstrek, do not hesitate to consult our Subaru Crosstrek category.
