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As a car owner, you may and should have known dozens of car maintenance centers. Pick your preference because surely, this is one of the most basic requirements in order to make sure your baby car is able to run stably. But there are several things you even don’t need a mechanic to fix them for you. This article will give you an overview and guide you through some common car problems.
But before we begin, there are few things you should know. Some repairs may be performed by mechanics effortlessly. At the end of the day, they are still the ones who are well-trained to do what we are going to tell you. For amateurs, you could lose the whole day just to finish the work of a professional mechanic in one or two hours. So just take it into account. If you truly adore and want to take care of your baby on your own, here’s what you’re looking for.
Remember, repairing a car yourself is kind of complicated. It requires your seriousness, so don’t take it for granted.
>>> Read more: [DIY Auto Repair] 10 most common car problems & How to repair a car yourself [Part 2]
Driving with flat tire causes heavy damage to your car
You can easily notice this problem by the tilt of your car. Plus, your tire will play off some loud thumping noises. This could possibly the most seen problem in the world. You can be in this situation anywhere at anytime. Therefore, you should always make a provision with a spare tire. Usually, this spare tire comes with a portable car jack and a lug nut ratchet.
Usually, this spare tire comes with a portable car jack and a lug nut ratchet
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>>> Step-by-step instructions on how to change your car tires
Car light – A must for night travelling
Your blinkers blink faster? Your lights do not light up? These are signs hinting that they need replacing. You can see through the Internet to find out what kind of bulbs you need, based on the model of the car or you can find information in the owner's manual. Also, most basic cars use the same kind of bulb. Thus, don’t worry if you own the same one.
After getting the right bulbs, follow these DIY auto repair tips:
Battery - Power source of the car
You have turned the key and have tried to ignite the engine, but the car has still not started. What happened? There are three bugs that could lead to this problem. They come from the battery, the starter or the alternator.
Car battery charger
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Really simple, isn't it?
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The spark plugs might be the reason why you car won't start
If you’re struggling to start your car up, it’s time to talk about the spark plugs. For your information, these little guys have the power to ignite the combustion in the engine. Thus, the engine would be in tough idle if these are misfiring or dirty. To get this worked up, you need to replace those bad guys with new ones.
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Following these steps, your car should start properly.
Oil helps your engine run more smoothly
This is not really a problem but you should do this after every 5,000 - 8,000 km in inverse proportion to your car’s age and based on what type of oil you’re using. Let’s dig into the manual to figure out these things: what type of oil and oil filter your car needs, where to place the oil pan bolt and the oil capacity of the engine.
Read your manual to find out what type of oil and oil filter your car needs
After breaking it all down, here are some easy DIY auto repair tips:
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Philkotse.com has gathered the most common car problems and guided you through DIY tips to repair a car yourself. If you find helpful car maintenance tips in this article, stay tuned for another article in DIY Auto Repair tips series coming up next. Safe driving!
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