In this post, we are going to treat a theme 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 Volkswagen CC is important. Indeed, without the jack, you won’t have the ability to lift your car and therefore replace a wheel, or, access the components behind it such as the brake pads for example. To achieve this, we will first show you the different kind of jacks, then, where the jack is on an Volkswagen CC, and finally, how to use the jack on your car.

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What are the different types of jacks for Volkswagen CC?

So we begin our article with the different kind of jacks that exist. Indeed, nevertheless in general most Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC : 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 just one articulated arm that is placed 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 Volkswagen CC : It uses precisely the same basic principle 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 Volkswagen CC : This type 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 simpler 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 Volkswagen CC?

We will now begin the part that definitely made you come to this article, where is the jack on a Volkswagen CC? It might seem basic, but based on the motor vehicle produce and model the location of the jack is not the same. Take note that most Volkswagen CC cars are supplied 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 Volkswagen CC 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 motor vehicle, these locations might replace based on the year and the finish of your Volkswagen CC:

  • The most common location for a jack is in the trunk of your Volkswagen CC. 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 Volkswagen CC is under your motor vehicle. If you still have the spare tire you will find 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 Volkswagen CC?

Finally, we will fairly quickly show you how to use the jack on your Volkswagen CC. If it is to replace your wheel or to replace the brake pads of your Volkswagen CC, the process remains the same. This process might seem complex, but you just need to follow a few recommendations to use your jack safely:

  • Before lifting your Volkswagen CC, 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, in any other case 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 usually find a notch to position it in the right place.
  • Raise your Volkswagen CC, don’t bother doing it much, if your tire comes off three inches off the ground that’s enough.

If you want more guides on the Volkswagen CC, go to our Volkswagen CC category.