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Become a car maintenance expert after browsing the extensive collection of auto How Tos penned by eHow’s virtual mechanics. Tired of paying someone else to handle your oil changes and tune ups? Do-it-yourself car maintenance tips are available at eHow. Beyond general maintenance pointers and advice, clean freaks can find great How Tos on washing a car and auto detailing. Somebody spill coffee in the backseat? eHow’s even got car upholstery information.

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How to Keep Your Car Clean and Orderly

By eHow Cars Editor

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While you might think of your vehicle as simply a means to get from point A to point B, in reality it's a portable household with everything you need and want while you're on the go. Setting up regular routines to maintain your abode on wheels ... more »

How to Keep Your Car Tidy with Children

By Jennifer Erchul

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Keeping your car tidy is tough enough, let alone when you fill it with children every day. They end up with so much trash and additional “luggage” it can be hard to find the floor after a day of hauling here and there. Following these tips will ... more »

How to Keep your cars windshield clean

By Starze

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Do you constantly get bugs that hit your windshield and have a difficult time trying to clean them off? Here is a handy tip that will help clean your windshield without having to scrub so hard to get it clean... more »

How to Locate Hard-to-Find Parts

By eHow Cars Editor

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The only thing your beloved 1972 Dodge Dart is missing is the Swinger logo. Never fear: New, original and reproduction parts--even the most obscure--can be found with some detective work... more »

How to Locate the Serpentine Belt in a Car

By eHow Cars Editor

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Understanding what lies under the hood of your car is key to avoiding costly repairs, especially with problems that may not require a trip to the body shop. If you think that your car’s problem might rest with the serpentine belt or need to check ... more »

How to Maintain a Car Air Conditioner

By eHow Cars Editor

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If you've ever sat down on a hot leather seat, you can attest to the fact that cars on average can reach 130 degrees from sitting in the sun. On hot days, most of us jump into the car and blast the air conditioner as soon as the car starts. This ... more »

How to Maintain Lower Engine and A.C. Temperatures in Automobiles

By TECH57

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Car engines often run warmer to overheating with age. One overlooked cause is the outside of the radiator,( condensor of A.C.). Both should be cleaned periodically to remove constant buildup of road grime, bugs,etc. The surface area between the ... more »

How to Make Your Own Anti-Fog Glass and Windshield Spray

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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You can make an inexpensive anti-fog glass spray to keep your bathroom mirrors and the inside of your car's windshield fog-free. This solution keeps condensation from collecting on these surfaces... more »

How to Open a Frozen Lock

By eHow Cars Editor

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You leave for work one morning and sigh impatiently when you realize your car is covered with snow. You take precious time to clean off the snow and scrape away the ice, but when you try to unlock the doors, you find that the locks are all ... more »

How to Peel Off a Bumper Sticker

By eHow Cars Editor

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Sometimes a bumper sticker's adhesiveness far outlasts the power of its message. Here's how to banish that outdated statement from your vehicle's bumper or window... more »

How to Perform a Monthly Checkup on Your Car

By eHow Cars Editor

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The days of the full service gas station are gone, and modern cars can go 30,000 miles or more without a tune-up - so it's up to you to check under the hood periodically. This simple monthly check will alert you to potential problems that can be ... more »

How to Prepare Your Car for Long-Term Storage

By eHow Cars Editor

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Here's what you need to do to make sure your car will start and run smoothly after being stored... more »

How to Prevent Auto Repair Rip-offs

By eHow Cars Editor

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Contrary to popular belief, not all auto mechanics are out to rob you. With a little effort, you will find a good, honest mechanic that you can trust. Unfortunately, you may encounter a few bad apples along the way. Here are some tips to help ... more »

How to Prevent Car Battery Corrosion With Vaseline

By eHow Cars Editor

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Corrosion can be destructive to your car battery. Preventing car battery corrosion can save you a lot of money in repairs and car battery replacement. Luckily, the common household product Vaseline can help save you the headache of dealing with ... more »

How to prolong the life of your cloth upholstered car seats

By Banstaman

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Cars these days are made like never before. They seem like they can go on forever, and last forever, but will the main component you use in your car everyday last forever? Chances are it may not, but follow these steps and you will gladly get the ... more »

How to Protect Your Car from Thieves - Hide Your VIN Number

By guardtoday

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How to avoid your car from being taken with a set of your own keys. Its crazy but did you know someone can take your car with a set of keys and you would never know how they got them. This is the new found thieve... more »

How to Pump Fuel in Your Vehicle

By Marivell Alicea

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How to pump fuel into your vehicle... more »

How to Reduce Carbon Emissions

By eHow Cars Editor

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Scientists can now agree that carbon dioxide emissions are destroying the atmosphere of Earth and the temperature of Earth is increasing. The ten hottest years ever documented have occurred since 1990. This warming may eventually result in the ... more »

How to Reduce Exhaust Emission

By eHow Cars Editor

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Toxic gases escape from your car's tailpipe in alarming quantities. Multiply that by the millions of cars on the road daily and you can understand why global warming is such a hot topic. However, if you're one of the many looking to extend the ... more »

How to Remove a Broken Lug Nut Stud

By eHow Cars Editor

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Lug nut studs hold a tire onto the hub surface. A broken lug nut stud is dangerous because it's not holding the tire anymore and will cause the tire to wobble and possibly come off during a turn. A broken lug nut stud can also lead to costly ... more »

How to Remove a Spark Plug Wire

By eHow Cars Editor

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Spark plug wires are the wire that house a boot on the end connecting the spark plug to the distributor or coil, depending on your vehicle. Removing the spark plug wire is an essential step when cleaning, replacing or otherwise dealing with the ... more »

How to Remove Clutter in a Car

By eHow Cars Editor

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If bottles or receipts tumble out of the car every time you open a door, it may be time to declutter the car. In addition to causing a bit of embarrassment, clutter can actually attract thieves to your car... more »

How to Remove Grease from Seat Covers and Carpeting in your Car

By torque63

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Had grease monkey working in/on your car? Did he leave a souvenir from the repair? Greasy grimy footprints on the carpet or a grease stain on the seat can easily be removed if you know how to do it. I've cleaned up a few nasties with this process... more »

How to Remove Melted Chocolate From Upholstery

By eHow Cars Editor

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So your living room couch has fallen victim to a gooey melted chocolate bar? Don't worry - just follow these steps to clean it up... more »

How to Remove Mildew Odors from a Car

By eHow Cars Editor

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Left the windows open in a rainstorm? The resulting mildew not only stinks--it can be indicative of mold in your vehicle. Getting at the source is the first step in returning your car's interior to its pre-shower state... more »