In this article, we are going to treat a theme that can be of use to most 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 Toyota 4Runner is fundamental. 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 describe the different kind of jacks, then, where the jack is on an Toyota 4Runner, and at last, how to use the jack on your car.
What are the different types of jacks for Toyota 4Runner?
So we begin our article with the different kind of jacks that exist. In fact, nevertheless generally most Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner : The first type of jack, the most classic and cheapest of all, is generally found on entry-level models, or with few options. This kind of jack has just one articulated arm that is positioned under the motor vehicle to lift it. This kind of jack is light, easy to use, but does not allow you to lift large loads.
- The double-arm screw jack for Toyota 4Runner : It uses precisely the same process as the jack seen above, that is, a worm screw that will allow screwing to raise the jack, and unscrewing to lower it, on the other hand the use of a double arm will allow to have a more stable jack that can lift a higher payload.
- The hydraulic jack for Toyota 4Runner : This form of jack is not standard equipment on cars, and is usually just 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 complicated 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 efficient model from Oscaro.
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Where is the jack on Toyota 4Runner?
We will now begin the part that surely done you come to this post, where is the jack on a Toyota 4Runner? It might seem very easy, but depending on the motor vehicle produce and model the location of the jack is not the same. Be aware that most Toyota 4Runner cars are equipped 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 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner:
- The most general location for a jack is in the trunk of your Toyota 4Runner. 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 Toyota 4Runner is under your motor vehicle. If you still have the spare tire you will locate it under your trunk, in most cases 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 Toyota 4Runner?
Finally, we will fairly quickly describe how to use the jack on your Toyota 4Runner. Whether it is to change your wheel or to change the brake pads of your Toyota 4Runner, the procedure remains the same. This procedure might seem complex, but you just need to follow a few recommendations to use your jack safely:
- Before lifting your Toyota 4Runner, 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.
- Start to lift your jack (about 20 centimeters) and position it under your motor vehicle at the level of the underbody, you will in most cases locate a notch to position it in the right place.
- Raise your Toyota 4Runner, 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 Toyota 4Runner, take a look at the Toyota 4Runner category.
