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How to Troubleshoot Your Brakes

Learn the types of braking systems used in modern automobiles., Isolate braking problems by test-driving the car., See...

12 steps 7 min Advanced
Automotive

How to Service Brakes

Loosen the lugs., Jack up the car., Remove the wheels., Locate the brake caliper., Remove the brake caliper as a single...

8 steps 3 min Medium
Automotive

How to Use Brake Spring Pliers

Purchase a quality pair of brake spring pliers at your local automobile supply store., Pull the car onto level, solid...

37 steps 7 min Advanced
Automotive

How to Change the Oil in Your Car

Pull the car into a driveway or space with level ground and enough working area., Place car in park, remove the keys...

27 steps 7 min Advanced
Automotive

How to Check the Fluids in a Car

Your owner's manual tells you when fluids must be checked, but this is just the minimum to keep your warranty in...

12 steps 6 min Advanced
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How to Check Air Pressure in Tires

Look in the owners' manual or on the inside of the driver's side door for the standard cold tire inflation pressure...

10 steps 3 min Medium
Automotive

How to Add Oil to Your Car

Check the oil after the car has rested for 5 minutes., Pop the hood of the car., Locate the car's dipstick., Pull out...

19 steps 7 min Advanced
Automotive

How to Read a Tire

Read the manufacturer and the tire name., Look at the service description., Find the width and aspect ratio., Know the...

10 steps 4 min Medium
Automotive

How to Rotate Tires

Get some jack stands., Find a level work surface., Remove the hubcaps and loosen the lug nuts., Raise the car in the...

10 steps 5 min Medium
Automotive

How to Buy All Seasonal Tires

Make sure you live in the right climate for all seasonal tires., Start with the tires your car came with., Review...

10 steps 2 min Medium
Automotive

How to Balance Your Tires

Put safety first., Ensure you have proper tires., Make sure you have no center caps and wheel weights., Mount the...

11 steps 2 min Medium
Automotive

How to Change a Tire

Find a flat, stable and safe place to change your tire., Apply the parking brake and put car into "Park" position...

17 steps 5 min Advanced
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How to Wax Your Car

Wash your car., For dull, scratched, or otherwise damaged paint, consider using rubbing or polishing compound before...

22 steps 5 min Advanced
Automotive

How to Apply Car Polish

Decide whether you want to use an orbital buffer or hand-polish using a soft cloth., Wash your car thoroughly., Apply...

6 steps 2 min Medium
Automotive

How to Change Differential Fluid

Purchase the right differential fluid., Jack the car up., Support the vehicle with jack stands., Locate the...

12 steps 5 min Advanced
Automotive

How to Change Radiator Fluid

Look up your car’s coolant capacity., Park the car on level ground., Wait for the car to cool sufficiently., Disconnect...

22 steps 13 min Advanced

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