In this post, we are going to talk about a theme that can be of use to everyone. 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 Polo 5 is necessary. In fact, 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 explain the different sort of jacks, then, where the jack is on an Volkswagen Polo 5, and finally, how to use the jack on your car.

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What are the different types of jacks for Volkswagen Polo 5?

So we start our content page with the different sort of jacks that exist. In fact, nevertheless generally speaking most Volkswagen Polo 5 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 Polo 5 : The first type of jack, the most traditional 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 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 Volkswagen Polo 5 : It uses exactly 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, nevertheless 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 Polo 5 : This kind of jack is not standard equipment on cars, and is usually only supplied 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 use 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 Volkswagen Polo 5?

We will now begin the part that definitely done you come to this post, where is the jack on a Volkswagen Polo 5? It may seem simple, but based on the motor vehicle produce and model the location of the jack is not the same. Be aware that most Volkswagen Polo 5 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 Volkswagen Polo 5 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 Polo 5:

  • The most basic location for a jack is in the trunk of your Volkswagen Polo 5. 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 part of your trunk.
  • Last possible location for the jack on your Volkswagen Polo 5 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 Polo 5?

Finally, we will quickly explain how to use the jack on your Volkswagen Polo 5. If it is to replace your wheel or to replace the brake pads of your Volkswagen Polo 5, 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 Volkswagen Polo 5, 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.
  • Start 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 Polo 5, don’t bother doing it much, if your tire comes off three inches off the ground that’s enough.

Whenever you have any further questions about the Volkswagen Polo 5, do not hesitate to consult our Volkswagen Polo 5 category.