How to Safely Jack Up the Rear of a Subaru BRZ

Description

How do you safely jack up the rear of a Subaru BRZ (or Scion FR-S / Toyota 86)? In this quick DIY guide, I walk you through the correct rear lifting point, the tools you need, and the safest method to get the back end of your BRZ off the ground — without damaging anything underneath. This is a simple DIY any BRZ owner can do, whether you're replacing brakes, doing suspension work, or rotating tires. Safe jacking is the first step of almost every project, so it’s worth learning how to do it right. 🛠️ What You’ll Learn: - The exact rear jacking point (shared across BRZ / FR-S / GT86) - How to position your jack correctly - Where to put jack stands for maximum safety - Tips to avoid common mistakes - Safety checks before lifting your car 🔧 Recommended Tools (affiliated links: • Low-profile floor jack: https://amzn.to/3Zhl7ll • Jack stands: https://amzn.to/3LSC1Ur 👇 More BRZ DIY videos: • Front Wheel Stud Replacement – https://youtu.be/BHVabIlqAkY?si=3QYVs7okU65re_Cq • Rear Wheel Stud Replacement – coming soon! • Front Brake Pad Replacement – coming soon! • How to Jack Up the Front of a BRZ – https://youtu.be/xrcGPLIoYnM?si=p41HVdz2LQN-_mMN 👍 If this video helps, support the channel! Give it a thumbs up, drop a question in the comments, and subscribe for more BRZ DIY, maintenance, and repair videos. 👋 Thanks for watching another Handy Ginger DIY! If you’re going to do something, you might as well video it — and my goal is to make fixing things simple and doable for anyone. From car maintenance to home repair, I share real-world projects that help you learn, save money, and gain confidence with your tools. 📺 Subscribe for more: youtube.com/@handy.ginger #DIYCarRepair #HandyGinger