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To read tire sizes break down the full number that appears on the tire by the tire type, tire tread width, aspect ratio, rim size and load rating. Determine the size of various types of tires with instructions from an ASE-certified technician in this free video on tires.
To interpret tire wear, look for even tread marks, wear on the outside of the tire, wear on the inside of the tire, wear down the middle of the tire or irregular wear in a wave pattern. Understand what causes theses different scenarios of tire wear with instructions from an ASE-certified technician in this free video on tires.
To maintain and extend the life of a car's tires, check the tire pressure once a month, examine the tread on the tire regularly, and get the tires rotated every 5,000 to 7,000 miles. Help tires last longer through proper care and maintenance with instructions from an ASE-certified technician in this free video on tires.
Driving a car with manual transmission requires a good balance between engine power and the throttle, as the clutch is pressed to disengage the engine power during gear shifts, and it is gently released while the gas pedal is pressed. Drive a manual transmission vehicle with instructions from an ASE-certified technician in this free video on driving.
In the event of brake failure in a manual transmission vehicle, start shifting down to lower gears, pull the car off to the side of the road, and use the emergency brake to bring the car to a complete stop. Stop a vehicle using the handle brake with instructions from an ASE-certified technician in this free video on driving.
Driving automatic cars differs from manual transmission vehicles because there is no clutch or stick shift, but rather a gear selector that puts the car in drive. Drive an automatic vehicle, letting the car switch gears automatically, with instructions from an ASE-certified technician in this free video on driving.
To locate the proper tire pressure for a vehicle and to properly inflate the tires, look on the inside frame of the driver's side door to find the recommended tire pressure, check the tire pressure using a tire gauge, and add air to the tires using compressed air available at most gas stations or service centers. Maintain proper tire pressure for optimum performance with instructions from an ASE-certified technician in this free video on tires.
To choose the right fuel for a car, look for the sticker on the inside frame of the driver's door for recommended fuel grades, and listen for unusual sounds from the engine to determine if the gas used is acceptable. Pay attention to a vehicle's performance to choose the right fuel grade with instructions from an ASE-certified technician in this free video on cars.
To stop a car without brakes, down shift or over-rev the engine to slow the car down, or use the parking brake, which is not connected to the vehicle's hydraulic system. Stop a car when the brakes fail with instructions from an ASE-certified technician in this free video on driving.
Find the actual gas mileage of a car requires dividing the miles driven by the gallons of gasoline used, which can easily be done by filling up the car, resetting the odometer and reading the mileage when the car runs out of gas. Calculate true gas mileage of a vehicle with instructions from an ASE-certified technician in this free video on cars.
To get better gas mileage, keep the car maintained properly by checking the oil once a month, checking the air filter, maintaining proper tire pressure and driving sensibly without many sharp accelerations. Get better gas mileage through smart driving and upkeep with instructions from an ASE-certified technician in this free video on driving.
Avoiding rear-end collisions can be done by paying attention to the cars ahead, watching for brake lights, keeping a safe distance behind other cars and getting the brakes checked annually. Drive safely to avoid getting into accidents with instructions from an ASE-certified technician in this free video on driving.
Driving a vehicle can be a very complex and confusing venture. There is a seemingly endless amount of information that must be absorbed and acted upon at a moment’s notice or an accident can occur. Thankfully, our brains are capable of such a feat. Driving is also enforced by laws that create a safer driving environment and maintain organization when the roadways are heavily trafficked. For those of us who have been driving for a while, there is little about driving a car that seems difficult. However, many drivers learned incorrectly and need quite a bit of education. Also, to someone just beginning, operating a vehicle might seem a bit overwhelming. Just like anything else, driving will become almost automatic with proper instruction and practice. In this free video series on cars, an ASE-certified technician offers driving lessons and tips on proper tire care. Find out how to check the tire pressure using a gauge, and learn to fill up a tire with compressed air. Get general car maintenance tips, and learn to drive a manual transmission vehicle. Improve gas mileage, avoid accidents, and extend the life of a vehicle, all with this helpful car maintenance guide.
John Robey John Robey is an ASE-certified technician with an associate degree in automotive technology. He has more than six years of experience as a technician and more than four years of experience as a service adviser in the automotive industry.dkdk
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