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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 Know a Bad or Crooked Auto and Car Mechanic

By Limowreck

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Auto repairs are expensive. Sometimes needlessly. Crooks and frauds come in all professions. Fortunately, they are sometimes easy to spot. Here are some red flags in car repair... more »

How to know when your getting the correct service for your vehicle

By guitarman054

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I through this How To Check Your Oil Video, thinking it might help some one. Here goes Hope this does not come back and bite me in the rear, just trying to help even if it is just a few of you, I did good. I have been writing ... more »

How to Locate Proper Tire Pressures for Your Vehicle and Properly Inflate Your Tires

By swopedesign

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Most people do not know how or when to properly inflate their car or truck's tires because they have not been properly trained and certified (this unfortunately includes some who have posted articles on this subject). This can result in dangerous ... more »

How to Maintain a Car at 50,000 Miles

By eHow Cars Editor

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The odometer demons lie! You just bought your car yesterday! How in the world does it already have 50,000 miles? OK, so it's been several years, but it still feels like new. Even so, it's probably time for a good inspection... more »

How to Maintain a Convertible

By eHow Cars Editor

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Convertibles need a bit more care than a normal car. However, if properly maintained, they will hold their value better than most... more »

How to Maintain Power Steering Fluid Levels in a Nissan Sentra

By eHow Cars Editor

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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 Make Car Wax

By L1onherd

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This recipe is good for just one waxing. If you would like to make more double the ingredients.. more »

How to make headlight lenses look like new?

By 2003MLC

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What you will need is some sandpaper from slightly course to moderately course and leave it in cold water for 10 mins before you start: scrap the headlight lens starting with the slightly course sandpaper scrap it up and down; once it is ... more »

How to Make Your Car Smell Clean and Fresh Forever Without Spending A Dime!

By JesaLynn

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I don't know about anyone else but I am tired of buying those air freshener trees which seem to be the only affordable option for keeping your car smelling nice and clean. Every time I go into the car freshener isle at the store I see twenty ... more »

How to Pick a Good Body Repair Shop, Advice From A Previous Body Repair Techinician

By misswuwu

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These are tips on how to pick out a body shop for your vehicle... 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

By eHow Cars Editor

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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

By eHow Cars Editor

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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 Windshield Cracks From Spreading

By eHow Cars Editor

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If your vehicle's windshield is cracked, you have only two options. You either can pay to have the entire windshield replaced or have the crack repaired. Repairing windshield cracks can stop the cracks from spreading and cut out the high cost of ... 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 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 Gasoline Odor in Carpet

By HeatherGodwin

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Carpet is highly absorbent and will soak up gasoline. By first removing the excess gasoline, then removing the lingering smell, you can rid the carpet of the nasty spill... 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 Remove an Oil Pump on a Jeep Wrangler

By Momof3infl

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This is the basic way to change the oil pump in a jeep wrangler... more »

How to remove burned oil on your bikes exaust pipes.

By cyclecyco

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Ever get motor oil on your hot scooters pipes? I have an easy way to get that ugly crap off of them... more »

How to Remove Dealership Stickers From a Car

By eHow Cars Editor

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Nearly every dealership places on sticker on cars they sell to advertise that you bought your car from their dealership. This can be a problem you may not want everyone to know where you bought your car. Removing those pesky dealership stickers, ... more »

How to Remove Dirt Stains From Vehicle Floor Mats

By Sprice

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The floor mats inside any vehicle seem to attract stains. Dirty shoes rest and rub on them constantly. But your mats don't always have to look filthy. Follow these steps to clean them properly and remove all staining... 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 Grease Stains Inside a Car Trunk

By Sprice

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The inside of a vehicle's trunk seems to get the least amount of care and cleaning. It is a hidden part of the vehicle and not seen by very many. Grease stains are a common occurance because of the items stored inside the trunk, such as the spare ... more »

How to Remove Paint From a Car

By 7seconds

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if you have a shared paint with another car of a different color tiny paint spots or anyoing to look at.. more »