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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 Remove Tree Sap From A Car

By LucieGirlie

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Nothing is more annoying than pine sap on your car. The sticky substance obstructs your view and can been very difficult to remove. However, with a few easy steps, you can remove it from your car for good... more »

How to Remove Window Tint

By tintcenter

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All window film deteriorates with age and eventually have to be removed. Two of the most common symptoms of dying film are the dreaded "purple film" and the "bubbling film". Purple film is caused by non-metallic dyes in the ... more »

How to Repair Chipped Paint on a Car

By eHow Cars Editor

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Any number of things can cause the paint on your car to chip, including pings and dings, rock salt, bird droppings and fender-benders. If left unattended, what began as a small area can spread and rust. Avoid those unsightly spots by following ... more »

How to Replace a Car Engine

By eHow Cars Editor

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You will need to replace your car engine when: it has over 150,000 miles on it and is slowing down, it stops working or if it starts smoking excessively. Replacing a car engine is a complex procedure. It will require extensive knowledge of the ... more »

How to Replace Car Door Locks

By eHow Cars Editor

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The car door lock on the driver side door gets used more than the twin on the passenger side. When the lock quits working, it needs to be replaced. Here are the steps to replace car door locks... more »

How to Run Your Car On Water

By jessicamoore

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With current technology, it is now possible to convert your car to run your car on water. With the prices of fuel increasing inexorably everyday, as consumers, we should protect our rights and free ourselves from the "fuel game". Many ... more »

How to Select Mud and Snow Tires

By eHow Cars Editor

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The purpose of mud tires and snow tires is implicit from their name. These tires are designed with treads that provide better traction and performance in conditions that are challenging for conventional road tires. The two types of tires, ... more »

How to sell:AD100,T300,T-code,UVS

By jocelyn1215moon

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T-CODE/AUTOMAN/T-300/AD100 Functions It is the latest version, real version,which is 5.11, add more cars than old version. Use for key programming. More cars than any other transponder machine . Workable Models Workable Models ACURA AUDI ALFA ... more »

How to Touch Up Car Paint

By eHow Cars Editor

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Specifically formulated automotive repair paint is available from stores and websites that cater to those people who want to keep their car looking great. A little scratch can detract from a beautiful paint job just as much as a scrape several ... 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 Burp a Car

By tuan

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How do you cool down your car?.. more »

How to Buy a Reliable Winter Car Battery

By eHow Cars Editor

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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 Buy Summer Tires

By eHow Cars Editor

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The summer tires that you took off last fall are all worn out so you need to buy some new ones. Buying summer tires for your vehicle is just as important as buying winter tires, after all your tires are the only thing holding you on the road... more »

How to Care for Chrome in Car Detailing

By eHow Cars Editor

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Keeping your car detailed not only adds a great shine and look to your vehicle, it also helps protect your car against the elements and potential damage. Cleaning the chrome on your vehicle is easy if you'll remember a few important details... more »

How to Change a Car's Air Filter

By eHow Cars Editor

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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 change a flat tire quickly on a roadtrip

By markjones

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Getting a flat tire on a road trip sucks, but it happens. So, what's the quickest way to change the flat... more »

How to Change The Air Filter

By JayChaz

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Changing the air filter can be easy and it is essential to get the maximum life out of a car.. more »

How to Change the Oil in a Chevy Avalanche

By eHow Cars Editor

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The Chevy Avalanche is a heavy duty truck that requires more frequent oil changes, if the truck's driving on dusty roads or carrying heavy loads. Luckily, the oil change for a Chevy Avalanche is simple and quick for the do-it-yourself maintenance ... more »

How to Change the Oil in a Honda Prelude

By eHow Cars Editor

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You can save money on car maintenance by changing your own oil. Your owner's manual can tell you specific information for your car, and you should always double check the manual before purchasing oil and oil filters. Here's how to change the oil ... more »

How to Change the Thermostat in a Jeep Grand Cherokee

By eHow Cars Editor

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Available for over 30 years, the Grand Cherokee is a popular model offered by Jeep. Whatever engine type or year you might have, changing the thermostat in a Grand Cherokee remains the same. If you have overheating issues with your Jeep, here's ... more »

How to Change Your Oil!

By AcceleratedAuto

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For all of you drivers who are tired of paying to much for shop oil changes, or for anyone who wants to take the future of there automobile into their own hands, this article is for you! You can do it to!.. more »

How to Check a Car's Brake Fluid

By eHow Cars Editor

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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 a Car's Transmission Fluid

By eHow Cars Editor

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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 Ball Joints

By eHow Cars Editor

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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

By eHow Cars Editor

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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 »