In this article, we are going to talk about a topic 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 86 is fundamental. In fact, without the jack, you won’t be able to lift your car and therefore change a wheel, or, access the components behind it such as the brake pads for example. To get this done, we will first explain the different types of jacks, then, where the jack is on an Toyota 86, and at last, how to use the jack on your car.

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What are the different types of jacks for Toyota 86?

So we start our content page with the different types of jacks that exist. In fact, although generally most Toyota 86 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 Toyota 86 : The first type of jack, the most traditional and cheapest of all, is generally identified on entry-level models, or with few options. This type of jack has only one articulated arm that is placed 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 Toyota 86 : It uses exactly the same principle as the jack seen earlier, 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 86 : This sort of jack is not standard equipment on vehicles, and is usually only supplied 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 effective model from Oscaro.

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Where is the jack on Toyota 86?

We will now begin the part that absolutely done you come to this content, where is the jack on a Toyota 86? It may seem basic, but based on the car produce and model the location of the jack is not the same. Be aware that most Toyota 86 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 86 or have been loaned one, or are renting it, you may possibly not have this information. We are going to give you the different locations of the jack on your car, these locations may possibly change based on the year and the finish of your Toyota 86:

  • The most basic position for a jack is in the trunk of your Toyota 86. 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 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 part of your trunk.
  • Last possible location for the jack on your Toyota 86 is under your car. If you still have the spare tire you will discover 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 Toyota 86?

Finally, we will quickly explain how to use the jack on your Toyota 86. Whether it is to change your wheel or to change the brake pads of your Toyota 86, the process remains the same. This process may seem complex, but you only need to follow a few recommendations to use your jack safely:

  • Before lifting your Toyota 86, 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 car at the level of the underbody, you will generally discover a notch to position it in the right place.
  • Raise your Toyota 86, don’t bother doing it much, if your tire comes off three inches off the ground that’s enough.

Whenever you have any additional questions about the Toyota 86, do not hesitate to consult our Toyota 86 category.