General Car Maintenance

How to Use Environmentally Friendly Antifreeze

By Ron Cogan

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Every motor vehicle needs an effective coolant to keep an engine from overheating and cooling system fluids from freezing in extreme weather. This is why we use antifreeze, which has a lower freezing point and higher boiling point than pure ... more »

How to Check a Car's Transmission Fluid

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An automatic transmission shifts gears while you drive. It uses automatic transmission fluid. A standard transmission must be shifted by the operator and may use several different fluids. Selecting the correct fluid for your transmission is ... more »

How to Check Car Front Differential Fluid

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Your car's front differential transmits power from the engine and transmission through a set of gears to your front wheels. Depending on the make and model of your car, you might have an automatic or a manual front differential. An automatic is ... more »

How to Check Your Dash Lights

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If any of your dashboard lights aren't working, you may be driving around with a problem and not know it - until you get stranded or do expensive damage to your car... more »

How to Determine How Much Horsepower Your Car Has

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Horsepower is not easily calculated, but online calculators can get you close... more »

How to Determine your axle ratio

By Dru71

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4.11's 3.73's 2.96's what are theses numbers, what do they mean, which do I have?.. more »

How to aim windshield washer spray nozzles

By mme6342

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Windshield wipers help us all safely see what's ahead of us in adverse weather conditions. Windshield washer fluid aids in cleaning and, in some cases, defrosting the windshield to help the wipers do their job. Sometimes windshield wipers are ... more »

How to Buy a Reliable Winter Car Battery

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Winter sets in, and the snow starts to fall. You are driving down the road, and your car comes to a grinding halt. Your battery just died. Don't let this happen to you. Buy a reliable winter car battery now. Read on to find out how... more »

How to Change a Car's Air Filter

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Some mechanics recommend that you change your car's air filter every 24,000 to 32,000 miles, depending on the make and model of your car. Other factors, including road conditions, also will dictate the timing. To be safe, however, you can change ... more »

How to Check a Car's Brake Fluid

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Properly maintaining your car's fluid levels is important to the performance and safety of your car. Your brake fluid level should be checked whenever you are performing service under the hood of your car. You also should immediately check your ... more »

How to Check Ball Joints

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Ball joints are used to connect car's suspension system to control arms and steering knuckles. Ball joints allow your suspension system to move while the vehicle is steered. The number and location of your vehicle's ball joints will depend on the ... more »

How to Check Car Tire Pressure

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All cars will have a manufacturer recommended inflation pressure sticker that indicates the appropriate pressures for normal loads and heavy loads. Keeping your tire pressure within the recommended specifications will extend the life of your ... more »

How to Check the Strength of a Trailer

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Checking your trailer's strength is critical. If you're carrying a load and a part comes lose or breaks off, it could cause an accident. Take a few minutes to inspect the strength of your trailer to make sure you stay safe on the road... more »

How to Choose a Personalized License Plate in Las Vegas

By Summer Banks Banks

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If there is one thing that is common in Las Vegas, it is the personalized license plates. Everyone has a little bit of their personality on their cars. But, how can you be sure your plate message is available before heading off to the DMV?.. more »

How to Diagnose an Engine Coolant Leak

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If your car is leaking something you are unsure of, take a few minutes to check the liquids. Keeping an eye on your vehicle's internal temperature preserves engine longevity. Read on to learn how to diagnose an engine coolant leak... more »

How to Get a Quarter out of a Car CD Player

By Juliet Myfanwy Johnson

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You love your kids, and your kids love sticking quarters into things they're not supposed to. Especially car CD players, which are perfect for inserting a flat quarter into. Getting it out may be easy or near impossible, depending on the make and ... more »

How to Get the Most From Your AAA Membership

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When you think of AAA you may think only of having your car towed to the nearest repair shop--after all, AAA stands for American Automobile Association. But AAA is much more than just an emergency roadside assistance provider. Yes, it will help ... more »

How to Get your keys out of a locked car

By Canucker2007

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Its gonna take patience, but its gonna save you money.. more »

How to Increase the Efficiency of a Diesel Car

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Diesel engines offer a unique blend of fuel efficiency and endurance for hauling heavy loads. Though there are fewer automobiles on the market that feature diesel engines, this blend makes a diesel-run car or truck an attractive choice for anyone ... more »

How to Install a New Car Battery

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Installing a car battery is a relatively simple task. The only requirements is an ability to lift 40 pounds and being able to reach under the hood of a car. Follow the outline below to change your car's battery yourself, without requiring the ... more »

How to Maintain an Air Cooled Volkswagen

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An air cooled Volkswagen indicates an older model car in need of extra TLC to maintain performance. Classic cars driven on a daily basis are more susceptible to pollutants and corrosive elements than other vehicles. Maintaining an air cooled ... more »

How to Make a Car Last Forever

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Routine maintenance and general good care are critical to giving your car a very long and useful life. The owner's manual and vehicle maintenance guide say it all. You just have to take them out of the glove box and follow along... more »

How to Make a Car Last Indefinitely

By John Gossett

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Most cars will last a lot longer than most people believe if they are maintained properly. Sometimes you end up with a lemon, but the basic principles of automobile care and handling overcome most major problems... more »

How to Navigate Under the Hood

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Navigating under the hood of your car to check fluids, belts and filters is a lot easier if you have a basic understanding of what those items look like and where they are typically placed. Thes steps offer some guidance... more »

How to Open a Car's Hood

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Almost any maintenance you do on your car will require that you open the hood. All car hoods open pretty much the same way... more »

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