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Save money on car repairs and get better gas mileage by following a few easy steps. Learn the basics of automotive troubleshooting, such as how to add air to tires and how to change an air filter in this free video series on car repair from an experienced mechanic.
There are 19 videos in this series:
If a car has a clutch slippage problem, a rise in the revolutions per minute (RPM) rate of the engine will not always correspond to acceleration. Diagnose a clutch problems with the car maintenance tips in this free video on automotive repair from a professional auto mechanic.
Check car air filters during every oil change. Replace an air filter with the car maintenance tips in this free video on automotive repair from a professional auto mechanic.
Many cars now require owners to replace the entire taillight assembly to replace a broken lens. Replace a broken taillight with the car maintenance tips in this free video on automotive repair from a professional auto mechanic.
Melted contact wires are a common cause of burned out brake lights. Replace a brake light with the car maintenance tips in this free video on automotive repair from a professional auto mechanic.
If your car has an alignment problem, the steering will pull from one side to the other. Diagnose alignment problems with the car maintenance tips in this free video on automotive repair from a professional auto mechanic.
The tire wear pattern will indicate if a car has an alignment problem. Interpret tire wear with the car maintenance tips in this free video on automotive repair from a professional auto mechanic.
The Department of Transportation (DOT) number of a tire rating indicates when the tire was made. Find out how to interpret car tire ratings in this free video on automotive repair from a professional auto mechanic.
Consider how a car will be used when buying new tires. Decide what new tires to buy with the car maintenance tips in this free video on automotive repair from a professional auto mechanic.
In most cars, a clogged AC drain could cause a fluid leak. Diagnose a fluid leak with the car maintenance tips in this free video on automotive repair from a professional auto mechanic.
Check tire pressure often to make car tires last longer. Extend the life of tires with the car maintenance tips in this free video on automotive repair from a professional auto mechanic.
When putting air in car tires, make sure not to over-inflate them. Learn how to put air in car tires with the car maintenance tips in this free video on automotive repair from a professional auto mechanic.
A car could have a clutch problem if the car engine accelerates but the car does not move faster. Diagnose a slipping clutch with the car maintenance tips in this free video on automotive repair from a professional auto mechanic.
If a car has a problem with an O2 sensor, the check engine light will usually come on. Find out when to change the O2 sensor with the car maintenance tips in this free video on automotive repair from a professional auto mechanic.
When replacing a faulty fuse in a car, use a fuse with the same rating. Replace a car fuse with the car maintenance tips in this free video on automotive repair from a professional auto mechanic.
Decide how long a car needs to last when determining how to maintain it. Keep a new car in top shape with the car maintenance tips in this free video on automotive repair from a professional auto mechanic.
When doing car maintenance at 50 thousand miles, check the constant velocity (CV) boots for signs of wear. Service a car after 50 thousand miles with the car maintenance tips in this free video on automotive repair from a professional auto mechanic.
When doing car maintenance at 100 thousand miles, check the brakes for signs of wear. Service a car after 100 thousand miles with the car maintenance tips in this free video on automotive repair from a professional auto mechanic.
Don't get fooled by car tuneup specials that sound too good to be true! Avoid deceptive tuneup specials with the car maintenance tips in this free video on automotive repair from a professional auto mechanic.
To get better gas mileage in a car, service the fuel injection system. Improve gas mileage with the car maintenance tips in this free video on automotive repair from a professional auto mechanic.
Major car tune-ups, vehicle engine overhauls and big jobs like changing water pumps and timing belts, 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, though many car owners fix common problems themselves 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 auto maintenance, an expert mechanic demonstrates basic automotive troubleshooting. Learn how to diagnose problems such as a faulty clutch and a worn-out oxygen sensor. Discover how to get better gas mileage and interpret tire wear. Watch this car maintenance and repair series and find out how to save on gas and repair costs.
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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