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Where are the jack points on a Hyundai Elantra?
Jack the rear of the car up by placing the floor jack under the rear axle near one of the outer wheels. The rear of the car is light and as one side is being lifted the opposite side will lift up as well. Place the jack stand directly in front of the rear tire under the reinforced area.
Which points are suitable to jack up the vehicle?
The jacking points for most vehicles are reinforced metal ribs specifically designed to safely lift the vehicle. On most vehicles, there are four jacking points. They’re located under the car’s rocker panels, just behind the front wheels and just ahead of the rear wheels.
Where do you put jack and jack Stands?
Placing the Jack Stands. Set the jack stand underneath the pinch points of your vehicle. The pinch points are located on the sides of your vehicle behind your front tires or in front of your rear tires. Slide your jack stand in from the side of your vehicle.
Do you need jack stands with a floor jack?
If you need to lift the vehicle to do work underneath it, you must properly place jack stands and let them carry the brunt of the load. Not only do you risk mechanical or hydraulic failure by only relying on a jack, you also create a potentially unbalanced, very heavy load by only jacking up one point.
Can you jack a car on an incline?
Yes, you can jack up your car on a slope, provided you adhere to the recommended precautionary measures given by the manufacturers before doing so.
Do I need jack stands to change a tire?
Yes, one jack stand is probably enough to change a tire, but it’s not great to flex the frame like that for long periods of time, especially not a unibody vehicle. Having two jack stands enables the home mechanic to also rotate tires and properly lift either side or end of a vehicle.
What can I use if no jack stands?
The following car lift alternatives are much safer than jack stands:
- Mini ramps: Like jack stands, mini ramps are inexpensive.
- A commercial grade 2 post or 4 post lift: If you’re going to buy a 2 post or 4 post lift, commercial grade is the way to go.
- The Kwik-Lift: Last, but certainly not least, there’s the Kwik-Lift.
Where do you put the Jack on a Hyundai?
Side jack point, one on each corner. This is where you stick your stock jack. There’s four places, one for each tire. The front picture is kind of dim. It’s right behind the tow point. It is designed for a bottle jack, but a standard or shop floor jack will function just fine.
How do you support a Hyundai Elantra hoist?
1. Place the lift blocks under the support points as shown in the illustration. 2. Raise the hoist a few inches (centimeters) and rock the vehicle to be sure it is firmly supported. 3. Raise the hoist to full height to inspect the lift points for secure support.
What causes a Hyundai Elantra to tip forward?
When substantial weight is removed from the rear of the vehicle, the center of gravity may change and can cause the vehicle to tip forward on the hoist. Since each tire/wheel assembly weights approximately 30lbs (14kg), placing the front wheels in the luggage area can assist with the weight distribution.
What is the clicking point on a Hyundai?
The clicking point is where your vehicle will settle when fully raised. When you get to desired height, go a little higher and then operate the release to let the lift land on the catches.