In this post, we are going to treat a theme that can be of use to everyone. Whether it’s because you have a flat tire, or you want to replace your brake pads, knowing where the jack is on a Volvo Xc40 is fundamental. In truth, without the jack, you won’t have the ability to lift your car and therefore replace 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 Volvo Xc40, and at last, how to use the jack on your car.

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What are the different types of jacks for Volvo Xc40?

So we begin our content with the different kind of jacks that exist. In truth, although in general most Volvo Xc40 will be equipped with the same sort of jack, there are still different styles with different uses, here they are:

  • The single-arm screw jack for Volvo Xc40 : The first type of jack, the most traditional and cheapest of all, is generally determined on entry-level models, or with few options. This sort of jack has only one articulated arm that is situated under the car to lift it. This sort of jack is light, easy to use, but does not enable you to lift large loads.
  • The double-arm screw jack for Volvo Xc40 : It uses exactly the same principle as the jack seen above, that is, a worm screw that will enable screwing to raise the jack, and unscrewing to lower it, nevertheless the use of a double arm will enable to have a more stable jack that can lift a higher payload.
  • The hydraulic jack for Volvo Xc40 : This sort of jack is not standard equipment on cars, 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 less complicated 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 Volvo Xc40?

We will now start the part that surely done you come to this post, where is the jack on a Volvo Xc40? It may seem basic, but depending on the car produce and model the location of the jack is not the same. Take note that most Volvo Xc40 cars are furnished 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 Volvo Xc40 or have been loaned one, or are renting it, you may not have this information. We are going to give you the different locations of the jack on your car, these locations may replace depending on the year and the finish of your Volvo Xc40:

  • The most general position for a jack is in the trunk of your Volvo Xc40. 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 Volvo Xc40 is under your car. If you still have the spare tire you will discover 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 Volvo Xc40?

Finally, we will quickly describe how to use the jack on your Volvo Xc40. Whether it is to replace your wheel or to replace the brake pads of your Volvo Xc40, the process remains the same. This process may seem difficult, but you only need to follow a few recommendations to use your jack safely:

  • Before lifting your Volvo Xc40, 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.
  • Begin to lift your jack (about 20 centimeters) and position it under your car at the level of the underbody, you will usually discover a notch to position it in the right place.
  • Raise your Volvo Xc40, don’t bother doing it much, if your tire comes off three inches off the ground that’s enough.

If you wish more tutorials on the Volvo Xc40, go to our Volvo Xc40 category.