General Car Maintenance

How to Check Car Windshield Washer Fluid

By eHow Cars Editor

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Road dirt can coat the windshield of your car while you are driving, especially when roads are wet or muddy. If you can't see out of your windshield you can't drive your car safely. It is important to keep your windshield washer fluid full at all ... more »

How to Check the Car before starting

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It is important to check few things before starting of a car from drive way for safe and economical operation... more »

How to Check the Constant Velocity Boots on Your Car

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CV, or constant velocity, boots are rubber boots that cover and protect the CV joints on the axles of front-wheel-drive cars. A torn CV boot is relatively inexpensive to repair. Ignored, a ripped CV boot will cause the CV joint to fail, which is ... more »

How to conserve on fuel

By Aronna

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With fuel prices rising with no end in sight, there are ways to stretch your fuel economy. This article is directed more at what you can do to your car to get the most out of your gas tank... more »

How to conserve, save gas fuel with your existing car

By Soozin

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Following steps will help you save gas with your existing car....every little bit helps... more »

How to drill and index your spark plugs for better performance/economy.

By binder

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This is a tip from several mechanics with years of experience in automotive, and aviation fields. Most of us don't even consider these very important concepts when changing spark plugs. They make a big difference in both power, and economy... more »

How to Drive Safely on the Beltway

By ChristiB

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Auto accidents are a major cause of death and injury in the United States and around the globe. Car accidents occur more frequently in high-traffic areas, such as the beltways around major cities. What can you do to protect yourself from being ... more »

How to Find the Best Deals on Tires

By Diane Dilov-Schultheis

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Are you looking for a great deal on tires? Where do you start? How do you know you're getting the best overall deal? If you are wondering about any of these questions, don't worry; there is hope. You can easily follow the steps provided to help ... more »

How to Fix dents on a car bumper FREE!!!

By misswuwu

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Ever had a deep dent in your plastic bumper, most shops will charge you 200bucks for the parts, and about 120ish for the paint and install, why pay when u can fix them for free. NOTE: This fix will only fix most deep dents, non ripped, non ... more »

How to get more out of your vehicles tires

By Hotpluto1

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Your tires need your love! This article will show you basic preventive maintenance that could double the life of your tires, increase your mileage and even prevent an accident... more »

How to get your car ready for Winter

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Winter can be a very harsh season for a vehicle, depending on your location. Luckily there are a few simple steps we can take to Winterize a car... more »

How to get your car ready for winter.

By lilmrsknowitall

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Your car needs some tlc before the strain of the winter months... more »

How to Install Car Windshield Wipers

By eHow Cars Editor

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The windshield wipers on your car remove dirt and other debris, keeping your view of the road clear. Windshield wipers will wear out and dirt will build up on them. They should be cleaned and replaced periodically. If worn out wipers are not ... more »

How to Jump Start a car with a dead battery

By imseth85

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So you've got a dead battery? You've heard about people jump starting their car, and you may even have a set of jumper cables in your trunk that you've never had to use. This article explains the proper way to jump start a car using a standard ... more »

How to Keep Yourself Organized!

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If you stick to these simple steps on how to keep yourself organized you will be able to see a difference in yourself! Whether it's organization in your home, at the office, with your paperwork and bills, or with your life, you'll find this ... more »

How to Maintain Power Steering Fluid Levels in a Nissan Sentra

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The Nissan Sentra has undergone several changes to the vehicle and its features since the 1990s, but basic maintenance is easy to perform at home for all Sentra vehicles. Checking your fluid levels regularly is easy to do and checking and ... more »

How to Petrol(Gas) Engine Works

By Digitalline

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Hi, It's About, How to Petrol(Gas) Engine Works. MECHANICS: FOUR STROKE INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE (CAR ENGINE / PETROL ENGINE): This Article explains how a petrol engine works. It shows a highly simplified 4-stroke engine cycling through the ... more »

How to Prepare a Car for a Snowstorm

By ChristiB

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The winter season brings all kinds of weather that can make it difficult to stay safe on the road. Prepare yourself and your car for a snowstorm beforehand can make a difference. First, you will learn what you need to get your car ready for a ... more »

How to Prepare a Car for Inspection

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Periodically, vehicles need to be inspected by the motor vehicle department. Car inspections ensure that the vehicle is safe to drive on the road and not emitting excess fumes harmful to the environment. Before you head to the local DMV, you ... more »

How to Prepare Your Car for a Road Trip

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Whether you're headed for the mountains or the beach, it's crucial that your auto be in good working order. There's nothing worse than having a vacation ruined by car trouble... more »

How to prevent your vehicle registration sticker from being stolen

By OliviaDaniel

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Have you ever gone through the frustration of having your registration sticker stolen? Here is a quick simple tip to make sure that it never happens again!.. more »

How to Reduce Brake Fade

By J M Whitaker, Inc

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The decrease of stopping power commonly refereed to as "brake fade" happens after repeated application of the brakes, especially when carrying heavy loads or in high-speed situations. While there is no way to eliminate brake fade all ... more »

How to Reduce Ice Build Up on Car Windows and Windshields

By karilivingston

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Nothing is more frustrating than waiting for your car to defrost or standing out in the cold scraping ice off your car windshield, but you can cut down on the amount of ice that builds up by cleaning the glass in your car with a simple vinegar ... more »

How to Replace a Fuel Filter on a 2002 Chevy Silverado

By rhoula

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It is recommended to change your fuel filter every 12.000 miles. Or once a year wich ever one is shorter. The fuel filter is always located in a fuel line. To find your fuel filter, follow the fuel line away from your truck's carburator. The ... more »

How to Replace a Lost Vehicle Registration Certificate

By Gigi Burgdorf, eHow UK

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Registering a vehicle for the first time can be a complex process, involving documentation and possible inspection. So it can be a headache if you find that your Vehicle Registration Certificate has been lost, stolen or destroyed. Luckily,getting ... more »

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