The exhaust system is an important part of your vehicle, carrying burnt gases away from the engine. The gases may flow through a header, exhaust manifold, turbocharger, catalytic converter, muffler and/or silencer, depending on the design and function of the specific exhaust system. These systems are used on cars, trucks, motorcycles, two-stroke engines, [...]
Checking your tires is not as simple as many people believe. It’s more complicated than just checking the air and level of tread. There are different wear patterns, for example, that can indicate various problems. First of all, you should always keep the air inflated to the manufacturer recommendations. If the tires are [...]
It is important to check your headlights regularly for dead or dimming bulbs. Reduced visibility at night can be a potentially deadly problem and you can get a ticket for driving around with a light out. So the time and money it takes to replace a dim bulb are definitely worthwhile. You can save yourself [...]
Headlights are obviously a vital part of your vehicle’s function, making it possible to clearly see when driving at night. So it’s important that they are functioning properly and are correctly adjusted. It is important to check the level and aim of your headlights periodically. If the aim is even a little off, [...]
Eventually every car gets to that point- the time when you have to ask yourself, “Is it time to dump this hunk of junk? Or can I salvage it reasonably?” But so much depends on your situation it may be hard to tell. For example, are you a mechanic? If so, you have the [...]
Clay bars are used to remove embedded dirt and debris from auto paint. Even after washings, finite particles of dust are left working their way into your car’s paint job. So, learning how to use clay bar could be a great investment for a car you really want to keep looking nice. Additionally, wheels, [...]
Fuel injection is the process by which fuel gets moved into the internal combustion engine, having replaced the carburetor since the 1980s and 90s. The carburetor used suction to draw fuel into the chamber. But the fuel injection system actually atomizes the fuel, pushing it through a tiny nozzle with tremendous pressure. This makes [...]
Constant-velocity joints (CV joints) are special joints designed to allow power to transfer from the drive shaft without increasing friction, at a variable angle, and at a constant rotational speed. They are used in various drive systems. Rear wheel drive automobiles often have CV joints at the end of the rear axle half shafts. [...]
There are a few things you can do for your battery if it is low, before you go to the length of replacing it. If your car battery is totally out of power, you should jump the car battery. Make sure you use the jumper cables appropriately and match first positive to positive, then [...]
Jacks are dangerous. If used improperly, they can cause serious injury and death. Many mechanics and do-it-your-selfers are perfectly at ease with the jack and know how to use it well. But for those who are less sure, there is another option- car ramps. Car ramps are made with injection-molded plastic-making, a modern technological [...]
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