How to Assemble a Car Jack

by Amy Moore

There are a two main types of jacks for your car. The type that comes with your car is called a scissor jack. It's easy to store, but takes a little patience when you are jacking up you car. It is made to be stable on almost any surface. The other main type is called a hydraulic jack. This jack uses hydraulic fluid to move the jack upward under the weight of your car. It is most stable on a flat surface, making it good for use at your home or garage. Both jacks are easy to assemble and to use.

Scissor Jack Assembly

Step 1

Place the jack on the ground underneath the frame of the car.

Step 2

Slide the arm into the hole at the end of the scissor jack.

Step 3

Rotate the arm to the right to raise the scissor jack.

Step 4

Rotate the arm to the left to lower the scissor jack.

Hydraulic Jack

Step 1

Place the hydraulic jack on a flat surface under the car.

Step 2

Insert the hydraulic jack arm into the connecting end of the hydraulic jack.

Step 3

Pump the arm of the jack up and down to raise the hydraulic jack.

Step 4

Turn the switch on the back of the hydraulic jack to release the pressure and lower the hydraulic jack.

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