The battery wires and terminals can quickly become damaged, broken or even corroded. If you spot the problem early, you may not be forced to shell out for a new battery.
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Aug 26, 2017
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Aug 23, 2017
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Without your car battery working, your vehicle isn’t going to run; it’s as simple as that. Many people will have experienced times when they’ve come to start their car to find out that their battery is flat. Sometimes this can happen because the lights have been left on, or the radio. This is because, you […]
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Aug 23, 2017
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Due to them having a fluid transmission, it will also cost a lot less to maintain this integral part of the car. A manual transmission can be expensive to maintain and fix.
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Jul 28, 2017
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By handling the glass, you will leave traces of oil and grease. When the bulb is in use, this area will get hotter than the rest causing cracking. Handle the bulb by the metal holder at the base.
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Jul 27, 2017
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By disconnecting the positive side initially, the negative side will still be connected to the whole car. This means you could have an electrical short if you drop a tool on the positive terminal. The return path for the current is cut off when you disconnect the negative first.
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Jul 26, 2017
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Checking your oil level is pretty easy to do though. Park on a surface that is flat and allow the engine to cool down. Locate the dipstick, pull it out and wipe it clean. Dip it in again, and if the level is between high and low, you’re fine. If the level is too low, […]
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Jul 23, 2017
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The bulbs are different in every car model so visit your local auto parts shop to find out exactly which bulb you need.
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Jul 21, 2017
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The brakes in a vehicle are one of the most, if not the most, critical safety component of all. Without working brakes, you wouldn’t be able to stop the car moving, and that would put you, your passengers and everyone in the vicinity in real danger of injury or worse. From time to time, components […]
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Jul 12, 2017
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Power steering fluid helps to keep steering nice and smooth. Give it a check once a month. If you notice a dramatic decrease in fluid, you may have a leak, so let a mechanic have a look for you.
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Jul 11, 2017
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Any small chip or crack has the potential to grow and get worse if ignored. If the damage obscures your view as the driver, it will need repairing immediately. If it cannot be fixed, the windscreen may need to be replaced.
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