Jack points for 2004 Elantra

If I don't use the supplied jack and want to purchase something
stronger, where should the jack be placed to raise the vehicle?

 

Same place as with the original jack. On my 2004 Elantra the jack points
are just behind the front wheels, under the driver's door, and just in
front of the back wheels, under the passengers door.

Eric

 

Most replacement jacks have a flat plate which won't fit in the
designated locations. The origional jack has a slot in the top.

 

That is true, but the flat plate will lift the car right on the seam. When
you try it you'll see that it actually feels more secure than the original
jack. And the plate is not truly flat, it does have "teeth" around the it
to keep the lift location from falling off.

Eric

 

If you're using a floor jack, jack the car up at the ends, not the
sides. Use the pad behind the center tow hook at either end of he
vehicle. Be sure to use jack stands to support the car after you jack it
up. FWIW, I never jack up a car on the side, except in roadside emergencies.

 

Thanks Eric, I'll give this a try.