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Basic car maintenance, like oil changes and tire checks, can prevent major problems and breakdowns. Extend the life of an automobile with tips from an automotive service excellence (ASE) certified master auto technician in this free video on car maintenance.
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Car engine oil should be checked and changed about every 3,000 miles. Keep a car engine running smoothly with tips from an automotive service excellence (ASE)-certified master auto technician in this free video on automotive maintenance.
Car automatic transmission fluid needs to be checked when the engine is warmed up. Check transmission fluid with tips from an automotive service excellence (ASE)-certified master auto technician in this free video on automotive maintenance.
When checking car engine belts, look for cracks or fraying. Inspect car belts with tips from an automotive service excellence (ASE)-certified master auto technician in this free video on automotive maintenance.
Checking a car's radiator hoses involves squeezing them to see if they have good elasticity. Squeeze car radiator hoses with tips from an automotive service excellence (ASE)-certified master auto technician in this free video on automotive maintenance.
Most cars have an indicator stating when to check windshield wiper fluid. Check wiper fluid with tips from an automotive service excellence (ASE)-certified master auto technician in this free video on automotive maintenance.
Brake fluid in a car should be checked when the oil is changed. Inspect brake fluid levels on an automobile with tips from an automotive service excellence (ASE)-certified master auto technician in this free video on automotive maintenance.
A car's power steering fluid should be checked about every 30,000 miles. Check a car's power steering fluid with tips from an automotive service excellence (ASE)-certified master auto technician in this free video on automotive maintenance.
A car's brake fluid should be changed every 30,000 miles. Fill up an auto brake fluid reservoir with tips from an automotive service excellence (ASE)-certified master auto technician in this free video on automotive maintenance.
Avoid checking and adding coolant to a car when the engine is hot. Learn when to check and add engine coolant with tips from an automotive service excellence (ASE)-certified master auto technician in this free video on automotive maintenance.
Check and add engine oil when the motor is off and the car is on level ground. Perform an oil change with tips from an automotive service excellence (ASE)-certified master auto technician in this free video on automotive maintenance.
Automatic car transmission fluid should be checked and added every 30,000 miles. Inspect a car's transmission fluid with tips from an automotive service excellence (ASE)-certified master auto technician in this free video on automotive maintenance.
When checking and adding car power-steering fluid, check the fluid level and color. Discover how to check and add automotive power-steering fluid with tips from an automotive service excellence (ASE)-certified master auto technician in this free video on automotive maintenance.
Cleaning car battery terminals can prevent connection issues which will cause a car not to start. Remove automotive battery corrosion with tips from an automotive service excellence (ASE)-certified master auto technician in this free video on automotive maintenance.
Make sure when charging a car battery to identify the positive and negative posts before placing charging clamps on. Charge an auto battery with tips from an automotive service excellence (ASE)-certified master auto technician in this free video on automotive maintenance.
Valve cover gasket oil leaks in car engines occur where the valve cover meets the head. Determine if a valve cover gasket is leaking oil in a car engine with tips from an automotive service excellence (ASE)-certified master auto technician in this free video on automotive maintenance.
Car tire tread depth can be checked with a penny. Use a penny to check tire tread depth with tips from an automotive service excellence (ASE)-certified master auto technician in this free video on automotive maintenance.
Finding a good car mechanic can be difficult since mechanics may move around from shop-to-shop. Locate a good auto mechanic with tips from an automotive service excellence (ASE)-certified master auto technician in this free video on automotive maintenance.
Checking and adding air to car tires can be done at a gas station or at home with an air compressor. Inspect car tire air levels with tips from an automotive service excellence (ASE)-certified master auto technician in this free video on automotive maintenance.
Major car tune-ups, or vehicle overhauls, are vital to the upkeep and maintenance of an automobile. A car is a complex machine made up of simple machines which have many different parts and processes that must be checked for breakage, leaks and wear. A mechanic does all of these tune-up checks when a car comes into the auto shop. However, many car owners learn how to check their cars for issues themselves to fix common problems without costly mechanic visits. A little automobile knowledge goes a long way in saving money, avoiding scams and keeping cars in top shape. In this free video series on automotive maintenance, learn from a certified master auto technician how to keep a vehicle running smoothly for a long period of time. He explains how to check oil, automatic transmission fluid, various engine belts, radiator hoses, windshield wiper fluid, brake fluid and power steering fluid. Learn how to add or change all these fluids as well. He then discusses cleaning and charging a car battery, examining for oil leaks on the valve cover gasket, checking tire air and tread depth and how to find a good mechanic or shop.
Dave Erb Dave Erb has been tinkering with cars as long as he can remember. Dave is an ASE Certified Master L1 Technician with 21 years experience in automotive care and maintenance. Dave opened Dave’s Ultimate Automotive in Austin, Texas in 1992 to deliver professional auto service in a family atmosphere at fair and honest prices.dkdk
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