Dilute Your Coolant
Your cooling system needs both coolant and water, so don’t pour undiluted coolant into your cooling system. Dilute it with water to the...
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Oct 29, 2023
Be Kind To Your Battery
If you inadvertently leave your lights on and drain your battery, take the following precautions to prevent damage to the battery and the...
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Oct 29, 2023
Maintain Your Car’s Battery
Maybe the manufacturer says your battery is maintenance free, but don’t you believe it! Check your battery regularly to extend its life...
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Oct 29, 2023
Clean Your Engine
There are several reasons to wash your engine at least every year or two. A clean engine will run cooler than a dirty one. You’ll be more...
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Oct 29, 2023
Don’t Forget The Timing Belt
On many cars, it’s the belt you can’t see that is the most critical. If your manual says, as many do, that you should replace the timing...
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Oct 29, 2023
Test Drive-Belt Tension
Check the tension and condition of your drive belt (or, with many cars, multiple belts) every month. Belts that are too tight can wear...
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Oct 29, 2023
Avoid Hose Hassles
Check the hoses under your hood every month or two to avoid the hassle of a broken hose while you’re on the road. With the car cool and...
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Oct 29, 2023
Spark Plugs Do Need Changing
The advent of electronic ignition and on-board computers have eliminated the need for regular tune-ups, but you still need to change your...
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Oct 29, 2023
Consider Adding Oil Coolers
If you plan to do a lot of towing and your vehicle is not already equipped with coolers, consider having them added. Aftermarket engine...
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Oct 29, 2023
Maintain Your Transmission
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter after the first 5,000 miles (8,000 km) and after every 25,000 miles (40,000 km) or two...
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Oct 29, 2023
Heavier Is Not Always Better
Use the oil viscosity grade that’s recommended in your owner’s manual for the temperature range you expect for the coming season. Lighter...
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Oct 29, 2023
Don’t Forget The PCV Valve
The PCV (positive crankcase ventilation) valve is an emissions control device on older cars—check your service manual to see if your car...
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Oct 29, 2023
Don’t Forget The Filters
There are several filters (the main ones are oil, fuel, transmission, and air) important to preserving your car engine, and they should...
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Oct 29, 2023
Wipe Oil Pan Plug Clean
If you do your own oil changes, clean the drain plug and washer with rags before reinstalling your oil pan. Some plugs are magnetized to...
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Oct 29, 2023
Avoid Overfilling Your Crankcase With Oil
Don’t overfill your engine crankcase with oil. If you do, the oil can rise into the crankshaft, where air bubbles will get churned into...
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Oct 29, 2023
Change Oil Frequently
Frequent oil changes were key to keeping your car on the road another year. And while owner’s manuals for today’s cars recommend...
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Oct 29, 2023
Check Engine Oil At Every Other Fill-Up
For an accurate reading, follow this procedure: Run or drive your car for about 15 minutes to warm the oil; then park the car in a level...
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Oct 29, 2023
Care For Anti-Lock Brakes
An anti-lock brake system is sensitive to moisture, which can ruin the expensive ABS pump and rot the brake lines from the inside. Since...
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Oct 28, 2023
Top Off Your Brake Fluid
Check brake fluid monthly. Wipe dirt from the master cylinder lid before you open it. If you need fluid, add the type recommended by your...
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Oct 28, 2023
Have Wheel Alignment Checked
Have your car’s wheel alignment checked every 30,000 miles, or as recommended in your owner’s manual. Also, have it checked after buying...
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