In this article, we are going to talk about a topic 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 Volvo XC90 is essential. In fact, 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 types of jacks, then, where the jack is on an Volvo XC90, and at last, how to use the jack on your car.

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What are the different types of jacks for Volvo XC90?

So we begin our content with the different types of jacks that exist. In fact, nevertheless generally most Volvo XC90 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 XC90 : The first type of jack, the most classic and cheapest of all, is generally located on entry-level models, or with few options. This sort of jack has just one articulated arm that is placed under the motor vehicle 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 XC90 : It uses exactly the same basic principle as the jack seen earlier, 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 XC90 : This form of jack is not standard equipment on vehicles, 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 difficult 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 efficient model from Oscaro.

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Where is the jack on Volvo XC90?

We will now commence the part that definitely made you come to this post, where is the jack on a Volvo XC90? It may seem very easy, but depending on the motor vehicle produce and model the location of the jack is not the same. Take note that most Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 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 depending on the year and the finish of your Volvo XC90:

  • The most general location for a jack is in the trunk of your Volvo XC90. 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 location, your jack may 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 Volvo XC90 is under your motor vehicle. If you still have the spare tire you will find it under your trunk, generally 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 XC90?

Finally, we will fairly quickly describe how to use the jack on your Volvo XC90. If it is to replace your wheel or to replace the brake pads of your Volvo XC90, the procedure remains the same. This procedure may seem difficult, but you just need to follow a few recommendations to use your jack safely:

  • Before lifting your Volvo XC90, 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 generally find a notch to position it in the right place.
  • Raise your Volvo XC90, don’t bother doing it much, if your tire comes off three inches off the ground that’s enough.

If you wish more guides on the Volvo XC90, go to our Volvo XC90 category.