Where to jack up a car?

How to Jack Up a Car in 8 Steps Whether you’re replacing your brake pads for the first time or need to change a flat tire when you’re on the road, learning the right way to use a car jack is something every car and truck owner should know. read more

Slip two jack stands underneath the car near where the jack is supporting it. Line the stands up with the pinch weld or jack point. Raise the jack stands until they are nearly touching the underside of the car. Lower the jack slowly and carefully until the jack stands "catch" the car. read more

The most obvious reason to jack up a car is to change a tire, but other jobs, such as inspecting brakes, may also require you to get under the vehicle. Before you jack up your vehicle, observe the following safety precautions: Use the jack only to get a vehicle off the ground, never to hold a vehicle in place. read more