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Consult eHow’s collection of auto repair How Tos before visiting the mechanic. Diagnose car problems from the muffler to the headlights and save a bundle in the process. Charging a dead battery or fixing a flat tire? eHow’s got the basics covered. Bumper crunched following a fender bender? eHow’s even got helpful suggestions about repairing minor dents and dings. Whether fixing it yourself or arming yourself with knowledge so you don’t get taken to the cleaners at the body shop, eHow can help.

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How to Check the Drive Belt in a Car

By eHow Cars Editor

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Checking the drive belt on your car is an important part of routine periodic maintenance. It runs the alternator, water pump, air conditioner, power steering and, sometimes, the cooling fan. Belts should last up to 50,000 miles, but if you find ... more »

How to Check Your Oil

By eHow Cars Editor

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Checking your engine oil is very important because without oil you will fry your engine. By checking the oil you can detect if you need to replenish the motor oil in time before it's too late. If you know your car is leaking oil you should check ... more »

How to Check Your Transmission Fluid

By eHow Cars Editor

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Checking the automatic transmission fluid level in your car is something every car owner should learn to do. Maintaining the proper transmission fluid level is important in keeping your transmission shifting properly and your car running smoothly... more »

How to Compare Antifreeze Products

By eHow Cars Editor

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Antifreeze is one of the most essential fluids in your vehicle as it keeps the engine from overheating, preventing damage from occurring to your engine and other components of the vehicle. Know which antifreeze products to use in your vehicle... more »

How to connect batteries in parallel to extend runtime (solar battery bank)

By bmerritt

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There are instances in automotive applications, power supply applications, and solar supply applications that we will need to connect a bunch of batteries together to create a battery bank. We might need this battery bank to supply power for a ... more »

How to Convert a Car to Run on Vegetable Oil

By Lilia Scott

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Diesel engines can run on three basic types of fuel: petroleum diesel, biodiesel, and straight vegetable oil (SVO). Diesel fuel produces carbon dioxide, pollution, particulates and sulfur emissions and increases reliance on foreign oil because it ... more »

How to Deal with a Noisy Muffler

By eHow Cars Editor

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Mufflers reduce engine noise and filter exhaust. If your muffler suddenly begins to make noise, it may indicate a problem with your exhaust system. A broken muffler can allow exhaust to enter the passenger compartment, so an inspection of your ... more »

How to De-ice Your Windshield

By eHow Cars Editor

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A windshield coated with ice and snow shouldn't set you back more than a few minutes when you need to hit the road... more »

How to Diagnose a Cooling System Problem

By eHow Cars Editor

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There are a number of things that can go wrong with your car's cooling system, causing the engine to run warmer than it should. The following is a list of things that are easily checked at home by the do-it-yourselfer, and can always add to your ... more »

How to diagnose an impound auction car

By torque63

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You went to the auction and bought a car, most auctions won't start a car even if there are keys for it. They are sold as is, where is and now it's yours. I will show you how to diagnose it and narrow down the problems... more »

How to Diagnose Automotive Vehicle Smells and Odors

By missforty

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Vehicles often give off odors and smells that help to indicate that something is wrong with the car or truck. What are these smells and how can they give us clues as to what could need a car repair?.. more »

How to Diagnose Car Smells

By eHow Cars Editor

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Some automotive problems are accompanied by a distinct odor. Use this chart to diagnose the source of any odd smells in your car... more »

How to disassemble a Jeep Transfer Case

By torque63

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Got a clunk or rattle in your transfer case, maybe 4wd doesn't work anymore. Does it "Row Hop" around corners? I will show you how to disassemble a Jeep transfer case... more »

How to Dispose of Car Coolants

By eHow Cars Editor

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Due to the potential for high lead content, you must take extra care to dispose of car coolants and antifreeze products properly. First, you must determine whether or not the coolants you want to dispose of are considered hazardous waste due to ... more »

How to Find a Car's A/C Refrigerant or Freon Leak

By eHow Cars Editor

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If your air conditioner is not cooling you enough, then you must see a mechanic because freon gas is not available to consumers anymore. Unscrupulous auto mechanics may try to take advantage of your discomfort and sell you repairs you don't need. ... more »

How to Find a Good Mechanic

By eHow Cars Editor

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Finding a mechanic is like choosing any other small business. Look for quality, value and service... more »

How to Find Legal Tax Deductions for a Corporation

By eHow Business Editor

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Your business can claim deductions for any actions and items you that exert a demonstrable effect on your ability to do business. Follow these steps to take deduction that will withstand the scrutiny of an IRS audit... more »

How to Fix a Burned-Out Headlight

By eHow Cars Editor

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This is an easy fix with a relatively low frustration quotient. If only 1 headlight is burned out, resist the urge to replace both headlights at the same time. You don't want them to burn out simultaneously in the future... more »

How to Fix a Stuck Brake Light

By eHow Cars Editor

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You know what to do when your neighbor reminds you that you left the headlights on, but what if the brake light is stuck on? Try these steps in the order shown... more »

How to Fix Rusty or Loose Nuts and Bolts

By Sheila Wilkinson

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When nuts and bolts are rusted in place or stripped, it can be a lesson in frustration trying to remove them, especially if they're special sizes and you want to reuse them. This isn't always possible, but it is more often than not. Use the ... more »

How to Get a Auto Warranty - Free Quote

By 08Save and Make Money

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Most of us thought that getting an extended warranty on your car was only available form the dealership you purchased it from...at an extremely inflated cost. But now you can get a free quote, online... more »

How to Get Car Grease Out of Nails

By Patricia Resnick

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Anyone with an automotive bent has been through it. You think you've gotten your hands clean, then you see that faint black line running under one fingernail, or under a cuticle. There are products that can help make cleanup a bit easier, and ... more »

How to Get Car Grease Out of Nails

By BASHARAT SHAH, MD

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Know the basic fact. Car grease, gasoline, kerosene, diesel all are derived from one liquid substance, crude oil. All of these agents are hydrocarbons that are water insoluble. Solubility of dirt in the cleansing agent, such as water, is very ... more »

How to get your car fixed for less

By torque63

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Everybody that owns a car will eventually need repair or maintenance. I will give you some tips on how you can save some money on those repairs... more »

How to Have Your Car's Suspension Overhauled

By eHow Cars Editor

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If you own a classic American muscle car from the '50s or '60s, or an older vehicle that first appeared on the streets in the '30s and '40s, your car may be in need of a suspension overhaul... more »