Jack points have a SAE inverted triangle shaped symbol locating them.

Jack points for '08 T&C

Hello, I'm looking for some good info on the proper jack stand locations (front and back) for an '08. I've seen many posts talk about an upside down triangle but I cannot locate that on my vehicle. Any help, especially pictures, is greatly appreciated.

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A regular scissors jack should work at these points.

My choice scissors jack is an RV jack with a reinforced (against splitting) block of maple wood on top. That works on my 2016 using the identified jack points. Sometimes I use an old brake pad on top of the wood.

Something like this: 2 pc 2-1/2 Ton RV Scissor Jacks | Princess Auto

 

Jack points have a SAE inverted triangle shaped symbol locating them.

Jack points for '08 T&C

Hello, I'm looking for some good info on the proper jack stand locations (front and back) for an '08. I've seen many posts talk about an upside down triangle but I cannot locate that on my vehicle. Any help, especially pictures, is greatly appreciated.

www.chryslerminivan.net

A regular scissors jack should work at these points.

My choice scissors jack is an RV jack with a reinforced (against splitting) block of maple wood on top. That works on my 2016 using the identified jack points. Sometimes I use an old brake pad on top of the wood.

Something like this: 2 pc 2-1/2 Ton RV Scissor Jacks | Princess Auto

Anything wrong with just ordering a Mopar replacement jack? Can get one online for $119 shipped. All the aftermarket ones I’m looking at have poor reviews and I’m unsure of fitment. Was also thinking of going bottle jack route if I can find a size that works but looks doubtful.

 

This is the one I bought today.

Pro-Lift 1-1/2 Ton Scissor Jack T-9456 - The Home Depot

Compact in size, this scissor jack is a great light weight jack for the garage or carry in your automobile. The compact size and light weight make it easy to position and handle design makes it an effortless

www.homedepot.com

 

A bit weak for a 2 1/4 ton van. Be very careful with that.

 

Yeah, I think I’m going to return it.

 

Looks like that’s just for the jack and no handle...

 

Junk yard should have lots of the Chrysler minivan jacks, just waiting to be picked up.

Rockauto sells one like yours: Garage Equipment Jack Scissor Jack Parts | RockAuto

That large bottom gives stability but only on a uniform surface.

Your jack should be able to lift one corner, likely even one side, unloaded, without trouble.

 

I already returned it. A few reviews showed the jack buckling in use. And others said the screwthreads wore out on first use.

 

If the spare hasn't been optional for long, try a wrecker for a

I've found scissor jacks, even OE ones, are only good for a few uses before the threads give out. I got a good floor jack, but of course is only good at home. I've had 15(!) punctures in the last 10 years, but fortunately have been able to avoid a roadside change.

 

USJack makes a 12 ton compact bottle jack, just haven’t figured out if it will work. The collapsed hight is 6.5 inches and lift hight is 12.25. The lift hight isn’t a huge issue- just put an appropriate piece of wood under jack if needed. I have the standard size 12 ton in my truck for 18 years now. Still works great. Use it to lift tractors.

 

If you have a flat, you won't have 6.5" of space to fit the jack in. 12 ton is nice, but overkill. Although the van weighs over 2 tons, lifting one wheel off the ground is a fraction of that.

 

Since you gotta buy one anyway, might as well be lazy and get the electric.

Found a 4 ton for $96.

 

Scissors jacks are fairly flimsy tools anyway. Improper use makes them worse, hence the complaints. They don't like sideways forces, you have to block the wheels.

I have one from an old 1981 K-Car, which is in good shape, and can be used for the vans. It's flimsy and I am very careful using it. It's well lubricated. Only problem it will tend to lower itself if the handle is removed.

I also use a small OE scissors jack on a 2004 Acura TSX that works very well for that vehicle.

Vosarea Heavy Duty Steel Scissor Jack 2 Ton
may work:

I like the base better than the big wide flat ones.

I will check my 2016 GC's jack to see what rating it has for weight lift.

 

Scissors jacks are fairly flimsy tools anyway. Improper use makes them worse, hence the complaints. They don't like sideways forces, you have to block the wheels.

I have one from an old 1981 K-Car, which is in good shape, and can be used for the vans. It's flimsy and I am very careful using it. It's well lubricated. Only problem it will tend to lower itself if the handle is removed.

I also use a small OE scissors jack on a 2004 Acura TSX that works very well for that vehicle.

Vosarea Heavy Duty Steel Scissor Jack 2 Ton
may work:

I like the base better than the big wide flat ones.

I will check my 2016 GC's jack to see what rating it has for weight lift.

I carry blocks on my truck, but not much room in van. When I had a flat on the old impalas I just put them in park and applied the parking brake. And used the factory supplied scissor jack.

On the factory mopar jack, can just a socket wrench/ breaker bar be used to crank it up/down? Really thinking that jack is my best option- and it will fit in the storage compartment.

 

Ended up ordering a Mopar jack online from a Texas dealership. Came with no case or wrench or even a shipping box. Just had a shipping tag attached and a manufacturers tag with December 2019 date code. $120 with the shipping so a rip off but definitely better quality than the $25 one I purchased at hardware store. It’s made in Canada verses China. The turn bolt and threads seem heavier duty and turns smoother. Sprayed some WD40 on the pivot points, wrapped it in an old hand towel and put it in the designated storage compartment. Hopefully I’ll never need it.

 

You think they would have sent you a wrench. Those wrenches aren't that strong anyway. You will likely need a breaker bar to loosen the nuts, especially if a Shop has tightened them to 120+ ft.lb.

 

Yeah I’ve got a good breaker bar, extension and 3/4 socket in the van.

 

Dealer got a used rim and put a new full size tire on it for me for a spare.

I thought the spare tire carrier underneath the 2019 models could not fit a full size spare? I hate compact spare tires with a passion, and I would replace mine with a full size spare if I could, but it's contraindicated by the manual.

In the downloadable Users Guide for the 2019 it says on page 134:

"The winch mechanism is designed specifically
to stow a compact spare tire only. Do not
attempt to use the winch to stow the full size
deflated tire, or any other full-size tire, as the
tire may not be held securely. Vehicle damage
may result."

 

It didnt come with the winch or carrier either. Says right on the door ledge sticker- no spare tire. I just have it in the back of the van. Takes up room, but what ya gonna do? On my pickup I keep my spare on the bed as well, cuz it got froze up under the truck.