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FREE AUTO REPAIR MANUALS There are also file sharing sites which promise full PDF files of the repair manuals, if you can get past the SPAM, Malware and Viruses you end up downloading. Please note, these other methods are illegal and not a recommended way to procure an auto repair manual. LEARN HOW TO CLEAN AND PROTECT YOUR TIRES AND RUBBER TRIM. Consider treating your trim before waxing, to keep way from sticking in the first place. But if you already waxed the car, and have to deal with the residue on your trim, use the remover sparingly and apply with a small 100% cotton towel. Nothing looks worse that the left over wax residue, and believe me it will stick out like a sore thumb. HOW TO CLEAN YOUR CAR'S PAINT PROPERLY. THE BEST WAY TO Most cars will be fine with a simple polish, but if your car has swirl marks you may want to start with a glaze. Work in small areas, apply medium pressure and allow the liquid to do the work. Follow the directions on the product and buff to a shine. Once you have the desired smooth surface and deep shine, add a layer of wax to protectthe finish.
YOUR CAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM, SHOCKS, STRUTS, AND SPRINGS. If you car bounces excessively over bumps and leans hard in corners, your shocks could be warn. Look behind the wheel for the shock or strut and look for leaking oil. This is a sure sign of a worn shock or strut. Also check your owners manual, some will give a mileage estimate for shock or strut life. As a general rule somewhere in the60,000
AUTOEDUCATION.COM CAR BLOG |LITTLE BLACK OR BROWN SPOTS ON Image Courtesy of Donnan.com Question: Brown speckles began appearing all over my white yukon. The dealer said rail dust, fix with claybar treatment, $300 thank you! The spots started to come back within 2 weeks. The GM dealer now does a tap dance and with lot of HOW TO REMOVE RUST AND RUST PREVENTION PRODUCTS. Physical removal of rust: Get out the sandpaper, grinders and wire brushes! Physical removal of rust involves using something harder that the rust you want to remove and using it to wipe off that iron oxide. Wire brushing will take the longest time, sandpaper is better and if AUTOEDUCATION.COM CAR BLOG |FORD EDGE BALL JOINT Sometimes it is the correct way to repair a ball joint by replacing the entire control arm. A previous repair to this Ford Edge that came in for an alignment failed by using a lower quality ball joint replacement. This particular control arm had issues with the ball joint socket stretching when the joint is WASHINGTON AUTOMOTIVE SCHOOLS. WA TECHNICAL COLLEGES Start a new career in Automotive Technology or take night classes to learn more about your car, truck or SUV. We have listed auto schools by state for you to find the closest school to learn Auto Body, Auto Mechanics and Diesel Technology. AUTOEDUCATION.COM CAR BLOG |DISC BRAKE SQUEAL ON BMW 3 Noise is embarrassing. Answer: Yes, more than likely the brake squeal you hear is normal. Brake dust and pad design can cause some brakes to squeal more than others. On your next brake pad change, make sure the mechanic cleans everything well and applies an anti-squeal coating to the back of the pads. (see products below) I use this on every AUTO REPAIR ADVICE, LEARN ABOUT YOUR CAR AND HOW IT WORKS.HOW CARS WORKCAR CARECAR BUYINGBLOGFIND A CLASSBODY The longest running section of our website, we break down the components of your car in easy to understand terms. New & improved roadside tips to help you safely deal with emergencies and as always, what to discuss with your mechanic so you can be assured of a quality repair at a price you can afford. The more you know, the more moneyand time
FREE AUTO REPAIR MANUALS There are also file sharing sites which promise full PDF files of the repair manuals, if you can get past the SPAM, Malware and Viruses you end up downloading. Please note, these other methods are illegal and not a recommended way to procure an auto repair manual. LEARN HOW TO CLEAN AND PROTECT YOUR TIRES AND RUBBER TRIM. Consider treating your trim before waxing, to keep way from sticking in the first place. But if you already waxed the car, and have to deal with the residue on your trim, use the remover sparingly and apply with a small 100% cotton towel. Nothing looks worse that the left over wax residue, and believe me it will stick out like a sore thumb. HOW TO CLEAN YOUR CAR'S PAINT PROPERLY. THE BEST WAY TO Most cars will be fine with a simple polish, but if your car has swirl marks you may want to start with a glaze. Work in small areas, apply medium pressure and allow the liquid to do the work. Follow the directions on the product and buff to a shine. Once you have the desired smooth surface and deep shine, add a layer of wax to protectthe finish.
YOUR CAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM, SHOCKS, STRUTS, AND SPRINGS. If you car bounces excessively over bumps and leans hard in corners, your shocks could be warn. Look behind the wheel for the shock or strut and look for leaking oil. This is a sure sign of a worn shock or strut. Also check your owners manual, some will give a mileage estimate for shock or strut life. As a general rule somewhere in the60,000
AUTOEDUCATION.COM CAR BLOG |LITTLE BLACK OR BROWN SPOTS ON Image Courtesy of Donnan.com Question: Brown speckles began appearing all over my white yukon. The dealer said rail dust, fix with claybar treatment, $300 thank you! The spots started to come back within 2 weeks. The GM dealer now does a tap dance and with lot of HOW TO REMOVE RUST AND RUST PREVENTION PRODUCTS. Physical removal of rust: Get out the sandpaper, grinders and wire brushes! Physical removal of rust involves using something harder that the rust you want to remove and using it to wipe off that iron oxide. Wire brushing will take the longest time, sandpaper is better and if AUTOEDUCATION.COM CAR BLOG |FORD EDGE BALL JOINT Sometimes it is the correct way to repair a ball joint by replacing the entire control arm. A previous repair to this Ford Edge that came in for an alignment failed by using a lower quality ball joint replacement. This particular control arm had issues with the ball joint socket stretching when the joint is WASHINGTON AUTOMOTIVE SCHOOLS. WA TECHNICAL COLLEGES Start a new career in Automotive Technology or take night classes to learn more about your car, truck or SUV. We have listed auto schools by state for you to find the closest school to learn Auto Body, Auto Mechanics and Diesel Technology. AUTOEDUCATION.COM CAR BLOG |DISC BRAKE SQUEAL ON BMW 3 Noise is embarrassing. Answer: Yes, more than likely the brake squeal you hear is normal. Brake dust and pad design can cause some brakes to squeal more than others. On your next brake pad change, make sure the mechanic cleans everything well and applies an anti-squeal coating to the back of the pads. (see products below) I use this on every FREE AUTO REPAIR MANUALS There are also file sharing sites which promise full PDF files of the repair manuals, if you can get past the SPAM, Malware and Viruses you end up downloading. Please note, these other methods are illegal and not a recommended way to procure an auto repair manual. LEARN HOW TO CLEAN AND PROTECT YOUR TIRES AND RUBBER TRIM. Consider treating your trim before waxing, to keep way from sticking in the first place. But if you already waxed the car, and have to deal with the residue on your trim, use the remover sparingly and apply with a small 100% cotton towel. Nothing looks worse that the left over wax residue, and believe me it will stick out like a sore thumb.AUTOSHOP 101
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FREE AUTO REPAIR MANUALS There are also file sharing sites which promise full PDF files of the repair manuals, if you can get past the SPAM, Malware and Viruses you end up downloading. Please note, these other methods are illegal and not a recommended way to procure an auto repair manual. HOW MY CAR ENGINE WORKS. LEARN ABOUT ENGINE REPAIR The crankshaft rides on bearings which can wear down over time. The bearings support the crankshaft and also the rods which connect the pistons to the crankshaft. A loud medium pitched knocking noise in the engine points to warn bearings most of the time. This is usually a costly repair and involves removing the crankshaft and eithermachining
HOW TO CLEAN YOUR CAR'S PAINT PROPERLY. THE BEST WAY TO Most cars will be fine with a simple polish, but if your car has swirl marks you may want to start with a glaze. Work in small areas, apply medium pressure and allow the liquid to do the work. Follow the directions on the product and buff to a shine. Once you have the desired smooth surface and deep shine, add a layer of wax to protectthe finish.
LEARN HOW TO CLEAN AND PROTECT YOUR TIRES AND RUBBER TRIM. Consider treating your trim before waxing, to keep way from sticking in the first place. But if you already waxed the car, and have to deal with the residue on your trim, use the remover sparingly and apply with a small 100% cotton towel. Nothing looks worse that the left over wax residue, and believe me it will stick out like a sore thumb. YOUR CAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM, SHOCKS, STRUTS, AND SPRINGS. If you car bounces excessively over bumps and leans hard in corners, your shocks could be warn. Look behind the wheel for the shock or strut and look for leaking oil. This is a sure sign of a worn shock or strut. Also check your owners manual, some will give a mileage estimate for shock or strut life. As a general rule somewhere in the60,000
AUTOEDUCATION.COM CAR BLOG |LITTLE BLACK OR BROWN SPOTS ON Image Courtesy of Donnan.com Question: Brown speckles began appearing all over my white yukon. The dealer said rail dust, fix with claybar treatment, $300 thank you! The spots started to come back within 2 weeks. The GM dealer now does a tap dance and with lot of HOW TO REMOVE RUST AND RUST PREVENTION PRODUCTS. Physical removal of rust: Get out the sandpaper, grinders and wire brushes! Physical removal of rust involves using something harder that the rust you want to remove and using it to wipe off that iron oxide. Wire brushing will take the longest time, sandpaper is better and if CAR HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM EXPLAINED A/C HVAC. Often times the heater core is buried under the dashboard, and replacing it, is a major job. The air conditioning system in your car is comprised of a compressor, condenser, expansion valve and evaporator. If you have ever used a can of compressed air to clean computer components, you will know that the bottle gets very cold in ashort amount
WHAT DO OIL VISCOSITY NUMBERS MEAN? LEARN ABOUT MOTOR OIL Oil weight, or viscosity, refers to how thick or thin the oil is. The temperature requirements set for oil by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) is 0 degrees F (low) and 210 degrees F (high). Oils meeting the SAE's low temperature requirements have a "W" after the viscosity rating (example: 10W), and oils that meet the high ratingshave
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HOW TO CLEAN YOUR CAR'S PAINT PROPERLY. THE BEST WAY TO Most cars will be fine with a simple polish, but if your car has swirl marks you may want to start with a glaze. Work in small areas, apply medium pressure and allow the liquid to do the work. Follow the directions on the product and buff to a shine. Once you have the desired smooth surface and deep shine, add a layer of wax to protectthe finish.
LEARN HOW TO CLEAN AND PROTECT YOUR TIRES AND RUBBER TRIM. Consider treating your trim before waxing, to keep way from sticking in the first place. But if you already waxed the car, and have to deal with the residue on your trim, use the remover sparingly and apply with a small 100% cotton towel. Nothing looks worse that the left over wax residue, and believe me it will stick out like a sore thumb. YOUR CAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM, SHOCKS, STRUTS, AND SPRINGS. If you car bounces excessively over bumps and leans hard in corners, your shocks could be warn. Look behind the wheel for the shock or strut and look for leaking oil. This is a sure sign of a worn shock or strut. Also check your owners manual, some will give a mileage estimate for shock or strut life. As a general rule somewhere in the60,000
AUTOEDUCATION.COM CAR BLOG |LITTLE BLACK OR BROWN SPOTS ON Image Courtesy of Donnan.com Question: Brown speckles began appearing all over my white yukon. The dealer said rail dust, fix with claybar treatment, $300 thank you! The spots started to come back within 2 weeks. The GM dealer now does a tap dance and with lot of HOW TO REMOVE RUST AND RUST PREVENTION PRODUCTS. Physical removal of rust: Get out the sandpaper, grinders and wire brushes! Physical removal of rust involves using something harder that the rust you want to remove and using it to wipe off that iron oxide. Wire brushing will take the longest time, sandpaper is better and if CAR HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM EXPLAINED A/C HVAC. Often times the heater core is buried under the dashboard, and replacing it, is a major job. The air conditioning system in your car is comprised of a compressor, condenser, expansion valve and evaporator. If you have ever used a can of compressed air to clean computer components, you will know that the bottle gets very cold in ashort amount
WHAT DO OIL VISCOSITY NUMBERS MEAN? LEARN ABOUT MOTOR OIL Oil weight, or viscosity, refers to how thick or thin the oil is. The temperature requirements set for oil by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) is 0 degrees F (low) and 210 degrees F (high). Oils meeting the SAE's low temperature requirements have a "W" after the viscosity rating (example: 10W), and oils that meet the high ratingshave
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Body - Learn how your car's body is built, cared for, and repaired after an accident. Brakes - A critical system which can never be neglected. Cooling System - Your car's engine produces a lot of heat, the cooling system removes that heat and keeps the engine in a peak operating temperature range. Drivetrain - From the clutch to axle,learn how
LEARN HOW TO CLEAN AND PROTECT YOUR TIRES AND RUBBER TRIM. Consider treating your trim before waxing, to keep way from sticking in the first place. But if you already waxed the car, and have to deal with the residue on your trim, use the remover sparingly and apply with a small 100% cotton towel. Nothing looks worse that the left over wax residue, and believe me it will stick out like a sore thumb. WHEEL CLEANING TIPS. KEEP YOUR WHEELS FREE OF BRAKE DUST Absolutely! Once your wheels are clean, a layer of carnuaba wax can help protect the shine, and give the brake dust a nice home to settle in to, instead of in the surface of your wheel. The next time you wash the wheels, the brake dust should release much easier from the wheels. Re-apply the wax after each wash to keep up the protection. CAR EXHAUST SYSTEM, HOW IT WORKS, MUFFLER, TAILPIPE Moisture, or water vapor is present in the exhaust as a by-product of combustion and the catalytic converter. Moisture can also come from the outside in the form of rain. Short trips in your car can shorten the life of your exhaust system. When you shut down your engine whatever water vapor is in the pipes condenses and turns back into aliquid.
AUTOEDUCATION.COM CAR BLOG |HOW TO CHECK YOUR CLUTCH 1. Operate the clutch and observe where the clutch grabs. It should grab about 2″ from the floor. The motion of the pedal should be smooth and even. Make sure you have the emergency brake on when doing any of these tests. 2. Listen for any chatter or squealing when operating the clutch. THE FUEL SYSTEM. FUEL PUMP, FUEL FILTER, GAS TANK, FUEL The Fuel System Learn how to spot a bad fuel pump and more All internal combustion engines need three things to run Air, Fuel and Spark. The fuel system is critical in storing and delivering the gasoline or diesel fuel your engine needs to run. CRAIGSLIST SEARCH TIPS 3. Wild Cards: An asterisk can save you time. "fo** truck" matches "ford truck", "food truck" and "foul truck". Helpful in catching some misspellings. 4. Categories: When looking for a car or truck you would think it's best to search in "Cars & Trucks" but believe me, there are cars and trucks in other categories like "Business", "Farm+Garden THE VALVETRAIN AND HOW IT WORKS. The valve train refers to the assembly of components designed to open and close the intake and exhaust valves. Most new engines have overhead cam assemblies like the one shown. Other designs locate the camshaft lower in the engine and use push rods to move valve assemblies. The camshaft is rotated by a timing belt, timing chain ordirect gear.
AUTOEDUCATION.COM CAR BLOG |FORD EDGE BALL JOINT Sometimes it is the correct way to repair a ball joint by replacing the entire control arm. A previous repair to this Ford Edge that came in for an alignment failed by using a lower quality ball joint replacement. This particular control arm had issues with the ball joint socket stretching when the joint is AUTOEDUCATION.COM CAR BLOG |LIFE EXPECTANCY OF TURBO Life expectancy of turbo engine. I am looking to buy a new car and have narrowed it down to 3. The Mazda3s Grand Touring, the GTI 2.0t, and the Honda Civic si. My last two car’s were tried and true Corolla’s. Both lasted longer than I would have expected (about 300,000) – but I want a change. I’ve always steered clear ofTurbo’d
AUTO REPAIR ADVICE, LEARN ABOUT YOUR CAR AND HOW IT WORKS.HOW CARS WORKCAR CARECAR BUYINGBLOGFIND A CLASSBODY The longest running section of our website, we break down the components of your car in easy to understand terms. New & improved roadside tips to help you safely deal with emergencies and as always, what to discuss with your mechanic so you can be assured of a quality repair at a price you can afford. The more you know, the more moneyand time
FREE AUTO REPAIR MANUALS There are also file sharing sites which promise full PDF files of the repair manuals, if you can get past the SPAM, Malware and Viruses you end up downloading. Please note, these other methods are illegal and not a recommended way to procure an auto repair manual.AUTOSHOP 101
Body - Learn how your car's body is built, cared for, and repaired after an accident. Brakes - A critical system which can never be neglected. Cooling System - Your car's engine produces a lot of heat, the cooling system removes that heat and keeps the engine in a peak operating temperature range. Drivetrain - From the clutch to axle,learn how
LEARN HOW TO CLEAN AND PROTECT YOUR TIRES AND RUBBER TRIM. Consider treating your trim before waxing, to keep way from sticking in the first place. But if you already waxed the car, and have to deal with the residue on your trim, use the remover sparingly and apply with a small 100% cotton towel. Nothing looks worse that the left over wax residue, and believe me it will stick out like a sore thumb. HOW MY CAR ENGINE WORKS. LEARN ABOUT ENGINE REPAIR The crankshaft rides on bearings which can wear down over time. The bearings support the crankshaft and also the rods which connect the pistons to the crankshaft. A loud medium pitched knocking noise in the engine points to warn bearings most of the time. This is usually a costly repair and involves removing the crankshaft and eithermachining
HOW TO CLEAN YOUR CAR'S PAINT PROPERLY. THE BEST WAY TO Most cars will be fine with a simple polish, but if your car has swirl marks you may want to start with a glaze. Work in small areas, apply medium pressure and allow the liquid to do the work. Follow the directions on the product and buff to a shine. Once you have the desired smooth surface and deep shine, add a layer of wax to protectthe finish.
YOUR CAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM, SHOCKS, STRUTS, AND SPRINGS. If you car bounces excessively over bumps and leans hard in corners, your shocks could be warn. Look behind the wheel for the shock or strut and look for leaking oil. This is a sure sign of a worn shock or strut. Also check your owners manual, some will give a mileage estimate for shock or strut life. As a general rule somewhere in the60,000
AUTOEDUCATION.COM CAR BLOG |LITTLE BLACK OR BROWN SPOTS ON Image Courtesy of Donnan.com Question: Brown speckles began appearing all over my white yukon. The dealer said rail dust, fix with claybar treatment, $300 thank you! The spots started to come back within 2 weeks. The GM dealer now does a tap dance and with lot of CAR HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM EXPLAINED A/C HVAC. Often times the heater core is buried under the dashboard, and replacing it, is a major job. The air conditioning system in your car is comprised of a compressor, condenser, expansion valve and evaporator. If you have ever used a can of compressed air to clean computer components, you will know that the bottle gets very cold in ashort amount
HOW TO REMOVE RUST AND RUST PREVENTION PRODUCTS. Physical removal of rust: Get out the sandpaper, grinders and wire brushes! Physical removal of rust involves using something harder that the rust you want to remove and using it to wipe off that iron oxide. Wire brushing will take the longest time, sandpaper is better and if AUTO REPAIR ADVICE, LEARN ABOUT YOUR CAR AND HOW IT WORKS.HOW CARS WORKCAR CARECAR BUYINGBLOGFIND A CLASSBODY The longest running section of our website, we break down the components of your car in easy to understand terms. New & improved roadside tips to help you safely deal with emergencies and as always, what to discuss with your mechanic so you can be assured of a quality repair at a price you can afford. The more you know, the more moneyand time
FREE AUTO REPAIR MANUALS There are also file sharing sites which promise full PDF files of the repair manuals, if you can get past the SPAM, Malware and Viruses you end up downloading. Please note, these other methods are illegal and not a recommended way to procure an auto repair manual.AUTOSHOP 101
Body - Learn how your car's body is built, cared for, and repaired after an accident. Brakes - A critical system which can never be neglected. Cooling System - Your car's engine produces a lot of heat, the cooling system removes that heat and keeps the engine in a peak operating temperature range. Drivetrain - From the clutch to axle,learn how
LEARN HOW TO CLEAN AND PROTECT YOUR TIRES AND RUBBER TRIM. Consider treating your trim before waxing, to keep way from sticking in the first place. But if you already waxed the car, and have to deal with the residue on your trim, use the remover sparingly and apply with a small 100% cotton towel. Nothing looks worse that the left over wax residue, and believe me it will stick out like a sore thumb. HOW MY CAR ENGINE WORKS. LEARN ABOUT ENGINE REPAIR The crankshaft rides on bearings which can wear down over time. The bearings support the crankshaft and also the rods which connect the pistons to the crankshaft. A loud medium pitched knocking noise in the engine points to warn bearings most of the time. This is usually a costly repair and involves removing the crankshaft and eithermachining
HOW TO CLEAN YOUR CAR'S PAINT PROPERLY. THE BEST WAY TO Most cars will be fine with a simple polish, but if your car has swirl marks you may want to start with a glaze. Work in small areas, apply medium pressure and allow the liquid to do the work. Follow the directions on the product and buff to a shine. Once you have the desired smooth surface and deep shine, add a layer of wax to protectthe finish.
YOUR CAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM, SHOCKS, STRUTS, AND SPRINGS. If you car bounces excessively over bumps and leans hard in corners, your shocks could be warn. Look behind the wheel for the shock or strut and look for leaking oil. This is a sure sign of a worn shock or strut. Also check your owners manual, some will give a mileage estimate for shock or strut life. As a general rule somewhere in the60,000
AUTOEDUCATION.COM CAR BLOG |LITTLE BLACK OR BROWN SPOTS ON Image Courtesy of Donnan.com Question: Brown speckles began appearing all over my white yukon. The dealer said rail dust, fix with claybar treatment, $300 thank you! The spots started to come back within 2 weeks. The GM dealer now does a tap dance and with lot of CAR HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM EXPLAINED A/C HVAC. Often times the heater core is buried under the dashboard, and replacing it, is a major job. The air conditioning system in your car is comprised of a compressor, condenser, expansion valve and evaporator. If you have ever used a can of compressed air to clean computer components, you will know that the bottle gets very cold in ashort amount
HOW TO REMOVE RUST AND RUST PREVENTION PRODUCTS. Physical removal of rust: Get out the sandpaper, grinders and wire brushes! Physical removal of rust involves using something harder that the rust you want to remove and using it to wipe off that iron oxide. Wire brushing will take the longest time, sandpaper is better and ifAUTOSHOP 101
Body - Learn how your car's body is built, cared for, and repaired after an accident. Brakes - A critical system which can never be neglected. Cooling System - Your car's engine produces a lot of heat, the cooling system removes that heat and keeps the engine in a peak operating temperature range. Drivetrain - From the clutch to axle,learn how
WHEEL CLEANING TIPS. KEEP YOUR WHEELS FREE OF BRAKE DUST Absolutely! Once your wheels are clean, a layer of carnuaba wax can help protect the shine, and give the brake dust a nice home to settle in to, instead of in the surface of your wheel. The next time you wash the wheels, the brake dust should release much easier from the wheels. Re-apply the wax after each wash to keep up the protection. CAR EXHAUST SYSTEM, HOW IT WORKS, MUFFLER, TAILPIPE Moisture, or water vapor is present in the exhaust as a by-product of combustion and the catalytic converter. Moisture can also come from the outside in the form of rain. Short trips in your car can shorten the life of your exhaust system. When you shut down your engine whatever water vapor is in the pipes condenses and turns back into aliquid.
HOW YOUR CAR COOLING SYSTEM WORKS. LEARN ABOUT THE The pump moves coolant from the radiator, through the engine, and back into the radiator. The pump has a shaft with a pulley on one end and a pump rotor on the other end. When the pulley is spun by a belt, the rotor moves the coolant. Radiator: The radiator is a series of thin channels where the coolant flows through and it cooled by air AUTOEDUCATION.COM CAR BLOG |HOW TO CHECK YOUR CLUTCH 1. Operate the clutch and observe where the clutch grabs. It should grab about 2″ from the floor. The motion of the pedal should be smooth and even. Make sure you have the emergency brake on when doing any of these tests. 2. Listen for any chatter or squealing when operating the clutch. THE FUEL SYSTEM. FUEL PUMP, FUEL FILTER, GAS TANK, FUEL The Fuel System Learn how to spot a bad fuel pump and more All internal combustion engines need three things to run Air, Fuel and Spark. The fuel system is critical in storing and delivering the gasoline or diesel fuel your engine needs to run. THE VALVETRAIN AND HOW IT WORKS. The valve train refers to the assembly of components designed to open and close the intake and exhaust valves. Most new engines have overhead cam assemblies like the one shown. Other designs locate the camshaft lower in the engine and use push rods to move valve assemblies. The camshaft is rotated by a timing belt, timing chain ordirect gear.
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LEARN HOW TO CLEAN AND PROTECT YOUR TIRES AND RUBBER TRIM. Consider treating your trim before waxing, to keep way from sticking in the first place. But if you already waxed the car, and have to deal with the residue on your trim, use the remover sparingly and apply with a small 100% cotton towel. Nothing looks worse that the left over wax residue, and believe me it will stick out like a sore thumb. HOW MY CAR ENGINE WORKS. LEARN ABOUT ENGINE REPAIR The crankshaft rides on bearings which can wear down over time. The bearings support the crankshaft and also the rods which connect the pistons to the crankshaft. A loud medium pitched knocking noise in the engine points to warn bearings most of the time. This is usually a costly repair and involves removing the crankshaft and eithermachining
HOW TO CLEAN YOUR CAR'S PAINT PROPERLY. THE BEST WAY TO Most cars will be fine with a simple polish, but if your car has swirl marks you may want to start with a glaze. Work in small areas, apply medium pressure and allow the liquid to do the work. Follow the directions on the product and buff to a shine. Once you have the desired smooth surface and deep shine, add a layer of wax to protectthe finish.
YOUR CAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM, SHOCKS, STRUTS, AND SPRINGS. If you car bounces excessively over bumps and leans hard in corners, your shocks could be warn. Look behind the wheel for the shock or strut and look for leaking oil. This is a sure sign of a worn shock or strut. Also check your owners manual, some will give a mileage estimate for shock or strut life. As a general rule somewhere in the60,000
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HOW TO REMOVE RUST AND RUST PREVENTION PRODUCTS. Physical removal of rust: Get out the sandpaper, grinders and wire brushes! Physical removal of rust involves using something harder that the rust you want to remove and using it to wipe off that iron oxide. Wire brushing will take the longest time, sandpaper is better and if AUTO REPAIR ADVICE, LEARN ABOUT YOUR CAR AND HOW IT WORKS.HOW CARS WORKCAR CARECAR BUYINGBLOGFIND A CLASSBODY The longest running section of our website, we break down the components of your car in easy to understand terms. New & improved roadside tips to help you safely deal with emergencies and as always, what to discuss with your mechanic so you can be assured of a quality repair at a price you can afford. The more you know, the more moneyand time
FREE AUTO REPAIR MANUALS There are also file sharing sites which promise full PDF files of the repair manuals, if you can get past the SPAM, Malware and Viruses you end up downloading. Please note, these other methods are illegal and not a recommended way to procure an auto repair manual.AUTOSHOP 101
Body - Learn how your car's body is built, cared for, and repaired after an accident. Brakes - A critical system which can never be neglected. Cooling System - Your car's engine produces a lot of heat, the cooling system removes that heat and keeps the engine in a peak operating temperature range. Drivetrain - From the clutch to axle,learn how
LEARN HOW TO CLEAN AND PROTECT YOUR TIRES AND RUBBER TRIM. Consider treating your trim before waxing, to keep way from sticking in the first place. But if you already waxed the car, and have to deal with the residue on your trim, use the remover sparingly and apply with a small 100% cotton towel. Nothing looks worse that the left over wax residue, and believe me it will stick out like a sore thumb. HOW MY CAR ENGINE WORKS. LEARN ABOUT ENGINE REPAIR The crankshaft rides on bearings which can wear down over time. The bearings support the crankshaft and also the rods which connect the pistons to the crankshaft. A loud medium pitched knocking noise in the engine points to warn bearings most of the time. This is usually a costly repair and involves removing the crankshaft and eithermachining
HOW TO CLEAN YOUR CAR'S PAINT PROPERLY. THE BEST WAY TO Most cars will be fine with a simple polish, but if your car has swirl marks you may want to start with a glaze. Work in small areas, apply medium pressure and allow the liquid to do the work. Follow the directions on the product and buff to a shine. Once you have the desired smooth surface and deep shine, add a layer of wax to protectthe finish.
YOUR CAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM, SHOCKS, STRUTS, AND SPRINGS. If you car bounces excessively over bumps and leans hard in corners, your shocks could be warn. Look behind the wheel for the shock or strut and look for leaking oil. This is a sure sign of a worn shock or strut. Also check your owners manual, some will give a mileage estimate for shock or strut life. As a general rule somewhere in the60,000
AUTOEDUCATION.COM CAR BLOG |LITTLE BLACK OR BROWN SPOTS ON Image Courtesy of Donnan.com Question: Brown speckles began appearing all over my white yukon. The dealer said rail dust, fix with claybar treatment, $300 thank you! The spots started to come back within 2 weeks. The GM dealer now does a tap dance and with lot of CAR HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM EXPLAINED A/C HVAC. Often times the heater core is buried under the dashboard, and replacing it, is a major job. The air conditioning system in your car is comprised of a compressor, condenser, expansion valve and evaporator. If you have ever used a can of compressed air to clean computer components, you will know that the bottle gets very cold in ashort amount
HOW TO REMOVE RUST AND RUST PREVENTION PRODUCTS. Physical removal of rust: Get out the sandpaper, grinders and wire brushes! Physical removal of rust involves using something harder that the rust you want to remove and using it to wipe off that iron oxide. Wire brushing will take the longest time, sandpaper is better and ifAUTOSHOP 101
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WHEEL CLEANING TIPS. KEEP YOUR WHEELS FREE OF BRAKE DUST Absolutely! Once your wheels are clean, a layer of carnuaba wax can help protect the shine, and give the brake dust a nice home to settle in to, instead of in the surface of your wheel. The next time you wash the wheels, the brake dust should release much easier from the wheels. Re-apply the wax after each wash to keep up the protection. CAR EXHAUST SYSTEM, HOW IT WORKS, MUFFLER, TAILPIPE Moisture, or water vapor is present in the exhaust as a by-product of combustion and the catalytic converter. Moisture can also come from the outside in the form of rain. Short trips in your car can shorten the life of your exhaust system. When you shut down your engine whatever water vapor is in the pipes condenses and turns back into aliquid.
HOW YOUR CAR COOLING SYSTEM WORKS. LEARN ABOUT THE The pump moves coolant from the radiator, through the engine, and back into the radiator. The pump has a shaft with a pulley on one end and a pump rotor on the other end. When the pulley is spun by a belt, the rotor moves the coolant. Radiator: The radiator is a series of thin channels where the coolant flows through and it cooled by air AUTOEDUCATION.COM CAR BLOG |HOW TO CHECK YOUR CLUTCH 1. Operate the clutch and observe where the clutch grabs. It should grab about 2″ from the floor. The motion of the pedal should be smooth and even. Make sure you have the emergency brake on when doing any of these tests. 2. Listen for any chatter or squealing when operating the clutch. THE FUEL SYSTEM. FUEL PUMP, FUEL FILTER, GAS TANK, FUEL The Fuel System Learn how to spot a bad fuel pump and more All internal combustion engines need three things to run Air, Fuel and Spark. The fuel system is critical in storing and delivering the gasoline or diesel fuel your engine needs to run. THE VALVETRAIN AND HOW IT WORKS. The valve train refers to the assembly of components designed to open and close the intake and exhaust valves. Most new engines have overhead cam assemblies like the one shown. Other designs locate the camshaft lower in the engine and use push rods to move valve assemblies. The camshaft is rotated by a timing belt, timing chain ordirect gear.
CRAIGSLIST SEARCH TIPS 3. Wild Cards: An asterisk can save you time. "fo** truck" matches "ford truck", "food truck" and "foul truck". Helpful in catching some misspellings. 4. Categories: When looking for a car or truck you would think it's best to search in "Cars & Trucks" but believe me, there are cars and trucks in other categories like "Business", "Farm+Garden AUTOEDUCATION.COM CAR BLOG |FORD EDGE BALL JOINT Sometimes it is the correct way to repair a ball joint by replacing the entire control arm. A previous repair to this Ford Edge that came in for an alignment failed by using a lower quality ball joint replacement. This particular control arm had issues with the ball joint socket stretching when the joint is AUTOEDUCATION.COM CAR BLOG |LIFE EXPECTANCY OF TURBO Life expectancy of turbo engine. I am looking to buy a new car and have narrowed it down to 3. The Mazda3s Grand Touring, the GTI 2.0t, and the Honda Civic si. My last two car’s were tried and true Corolla’s. Both lasted longer than I would have expected (about 300,000) – but I want a change. I’ve always steered clear ofTurbo’d
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FREE AUTO REPAIR MANUALS There are also file sharing sites which promise full PDF files of the repair manuals, if you can get past the SPAM, Malware and Viruses you end up downloading. Please note, these other methods are illegal and not a recommended way to procure an auto repair manual. LEARN HOW TO CLEAN AND PROTECT YOUR TIRES AND RUBBER TRIM. Consider treating your trim before waxing, to keep way from sticking in the first place. But if you already waxed the car, and have to deal with the residue on your trim, use the remover sparingly and apply with a small 100% cotton towel. Nothing looks worse that the left over wax residue, and believe me it will stick out like a sore thumb. YOUR CAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM, SHOCKS, STRUTS, AND SPRINGS. If you car bounces excessively over bumps and leans hard in corners, your shocks could be warn. Look behind the wheel for the shock or strut and look for leaking oil. This is a sure sign of a worn shock or strut. Also check your owners manual, some will give a mileage estimate for shock or strut life. As a general rule somewhere in the60,000
HOW TO CLEAN YOUR CAR'S PAINT PROPERLY. THE BEST WAY TO Most cars will be fine with a simple polish, but if your car has swirl marks you may want to start with a glaze. Work in small areas, apply medium pressure and allow the liquid to do the work. Follow the directions on the product and buff to a shine. Once you have the desired smooth surface and deep shine, add a layer of wax to protectthe finish.
AUTOEDUCATION.COM CAR BLOG |LITTLE BLACK OR BROWN SPOTS ON Image Courtesy of Donnan.com Question: Brown speckles began appearing all over my white yukon. The dealer said rail dust, fix with claybar treatment, $300 thank you! The spots started to come back within 2 weeks. The GM dealer now does a tap dance and with lot of HOW TO REMOVE RUST AND RUST PREVENTION PRODUCTS. Physical removal of rust: Get out the sandpaper, grinders and wire brushes! Physical removal of rust involves using something harder that the rust you want to remove and using it to wipe off that iron oxide. Wire brushing will take the longest time, sandpaper is better and if AUTOEDUCATION.COM CAR BLOG |FORD EDGE BALL JOINT Sometimes it is the correct way to repair a ball joint by replacing the entire control arm. A previous repair to this Ford Edge that came in for an alignment failed by using a lower quality ball joint replacement. This particular control arm had issues with the ball joint socket stretching when the joint is LOUISIANA AUTOMOTIVE SCHOOLS. LA TECHNICAL COLLEGES Start a new career in Automotive Technology or take night classes to learn more about your car, truck or SUV. We have listed auto schools by state for you to find the closest school to learn Auto Body, Auto Mechanics and Diesel Technology. AUTOEDUCATION.COM CAR BLOG |DISC BRAKE SQUEAL ON BMW 3 Noise is embarrassing. Answer: Yes, more than likely the brake squeal you hear is normal. Brake dust and pad design can cause some brakes to squeal more than others. On your next brake pad change, make sure the mechanic cleans everything well and applies an anti-squeal coating to the back of the pads. (see products below) I use this on every AUTO REPAIR ADVICE, LEARN ABOUT YOUR CAR AND HOW IT WORKS.HOW CARS WORKCAR CARECAR BUYINGBLOGFIND A CLASSBODY The longest running section of our website, we break down the components of your car in easy to understand terms. New & improved roadside tips to help you safely deal with emergencies and as always, what to discuss with your mechanic so you can be assured of a quality repair at a price you can afford. The more you know, the more moneyand time
FREE AUTO REPAIR MANUALS There are also file sharing sites which promise full PDF files of the repair manuals, if you can get past the SPAM, Malware and Viruses you end up downloading. Please note, these other methods are illegal and not a recommended way to procure an auto repair manual. LEARN HOW TO CLEAN AND PROTECT YOUR TIRES AND RUBBER TRIM. Consider treating your trim before waxing, to keep way from sticking in the first place. But if you already waxed the car, and have to deal with the residue on your trim, use the remover sparingly and apply with a small 100% cotton towel. Nothing looks worse that the left over wax residue, and believe me it will stick out like a sore thumb. YOUR CAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM, SHOCKS, STRUTS, AND SPRINGS. If you car bounces excessively over bumps and leans hard in corners, your shocks could be warn. Look behind the wheel for the shock or strut and look for leaking oil. This is a sure sign of a worn shock or strut. Also check your owners manual, some will give a mileage estimate for shock or strut life. As a general rule somewhere in the60,000
HOW TO CLEAN YOUR CAR'S PAINT PROPERLY. THE BEST WAY TO Most cars will be fine with a simple polish, but if your car has swirl marks you may want to start with a glaze. Work in small areas, apply medium pressure and allow the liquid to do the work. Follow the directions on the product and buff to a shine. Once you have the desired smooth surface and deep shine, add a layer of wax to protectthe finish.
AUTOEDUCATION.COM CAR BLOG |LITTLE BLACK OR BROWN SPOTS ON Image Courtesy of Donnan.com Question: Brown speckles began appearing all over my white yukon. The dealer said rail dust, fix with claybar treatment, $300 thank you! The spots started to come back within 2 weeks. The GM dealer now does a tap dance and with lot of HOW TO REMOVE RUST AND RUST PREVENTION PRODUCTS. Physical removal of rust: Get out the sandpaper, grinders and wire brushes! Physical removal of rust involves using something harder that the rust you want to remove and using it to wipe off that iron oxide. Wire brushing will take the longest time, sandpaper is better and if AUTOEDUCATION.COM CAR BLOG |FORD EDGE BALL JOINT Sometimes it is the correct way to repair a ball joint by replacing the entire control arm. A previous repair to this Ford Edge that came in for an alignment failed by using a lower quality ball joint replacement. This particular control arm had issues with the ball joint socket stretching when the joint is LOUISIANA AUTOMOTIVE SCHOOLS. LA TECHNICAL COLLEGES Start a new career in Automotive Technology or take night classes to learn more about your car, truck or SUV. We have listed auto schools by state for you to find the closest school to learn Auto Body, Auto Mechanics and Diesel Technology. AUTOEDUCATION.COM CAR BLOG |DISC BRAKE SQUEAL ON BMW 3 Noise is embarrassing. Answer: Yes, more than likely the brake squeal you hear is normal. Brake dust and pad design can cause some brakes to squeal more than others. On your next brake pad change, make sure the mechanic cleans everything well and applies an anti-squeal coating to the back of the pads. (see products below) I use this on everyAUTOSHOP 101
Body - Learn how your car's body is built, cared for, and repaired after an accident. Brakes - A critical system which can never be neglected. Cooling System - Your car's engine produces a lot of heat, the cooling system removes that heat and keeps the engine in a peak operating temperature range. Drivetrain - From the clutch to axle,learn how
HOW MY CAR ENGINE WORKS. LEARN ABOUT ENGINE REPAIR The crankshaft rides on bearings which can wear down over time. The bearings support the crankshaft and also the rods which connect the pistons to the crankshaft. A loud medium pitched knocking noise in the engine points to warn bearings most of the time. This is usually a costly repair and involves removing the crankshaft and eithermachining
CRAIGSLIST SEARCH TIPS 3. Wild Cards: An asterisk can save you time. "fo** truck" matches "ford truck", "food truck" and "foul truck". Helpful in catching some misspellings. 4. Categories: When looking for a car or truck you would think it's best to search in "Cars & Trucks" but believe me, there are cars and trucks in other categories like "Business", "Farm+Garden AUTOEDUCATION.COM CAR BLOG |HOW TO CHECK YOUR CLUTCH 1. Operate the clutch and observe where the clutch grabs. It should grab about 2″ from the floor. The motion of the pedal should be smooth and even. Make sure you have the emergency brake on when doing any of these tests. 2. Listen for any chatter or squealing when operating the clutch. WASHINGTON AUTOMOTIVE SCHOOLS. WA TECHNICAL COLLEGES Start a new career in Automotive Technology or take night classes to learn more about your car, truck or SUV. We have listed auto schools by state for you to find the closest school to learn Auto Body, Auto Mechanics and Diesel Technology. CAR HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM EXPLAINED A/C HVAC. Often times the heater core is buried under the dashboard, and replacing it, is a major job. The air conditioning system in your car is comprised of a compressor, condenser, expansion valve and evaporator. If you have ever used a can of compressed air to clean computer components, you will know that the bottle gets very cold in ashort amount
THE VALVETRAIN AND HOW IT WORKS. The valve train refers to the assembly of components designed to open and close the intake and exhaust valves. Most new engines have overhead cam assemblies like the one shown. Other designs locate the camshaft lower in the engine and use push rods to move valve assemblies. The camshaft is rotated by a timing belt, timing chain ordirect gear.
AUTOEDUCATION.COM CAR BLOG |LIFE EXPECTANCY OF TURBO Life expectancy of turbo engine. I am looking to buy a new car and have narrowed it down to 3. The Mazda3s Grand Touring, the GTI 2.0t, and the Honda Civic si. My last two car’s were tried and true Corolla’s. Both lasted longer than I would have expected (about 300,000) – but I want a change. I’ve always steered clear ofTurbo’d
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FREE AUTO REPAIR MANUALS There are also file sharing sites which promise full PDF files of the repair manuals, if you can get past the SPAM, Malware and Viruses you end up downloading. Please note, these other methods are illegal and not a recommended way to procure an auto repair manual. LEARN HOW TO CLEAN AND PROTECT YOUR TIRES AND RUBBER TRIM. Consider treating your trim before waxing, to keep way from sticking in the first place. But if you already waxed the car, and have to deal with the residue on your trim, use the remover sparingly and apply with a small 100% cotton towel. Nothing looks worse that the left over wax residue, and believe me it will stick out like a sore thumb. YOUR CAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM, SHOCKS, STRUTS, AND SPRINGS. If you car bounces excessively over bumps and leans hard in corners, your shocks could be warn. Look behind the wheel for the shock or strut and look for leaking oil. This is a sure sign of a worn shock or strut. Also check your owners manual, some will give a mileage estimate for shock or strut life. As a general rule somewhere in the60,000
HOW TO CLEAN YOUR CAR'S PAINT PROPERLY. THE BEST WAY TO Most cars will be fine with a simple polish, but if your car has swirl marks you may want to start with a glaze. Work in small areas, apply medium pressure and allow the liquid to do the work. Follow the directions on the product and buff to a shine. Once you have the desired smooth surface and deep shine, add a layer of wax to protectthe finish.
AUTOEDUCATION.COM CAR BLOG |LITTLE BLACK OR BROWN SPOTS ON Image Courtesy of Donnan.com Question: Brown speckles began appearing all over my white yukon. The dealer said rail dust, fix with claybar treatment, $300 thank you! The spots started to come back within 2 weeks. The GM dealer now does a tap dance and with lot of HOW TO REMOVE RUST AND RUST PREVENTION PRODUCTS. Physical removal of rust: Get out the sandpaper, grinders and wire brushes! Physical removal of rust involves using something harder that the rust you want to remove and using it to wipe off that iron oxide. Wire brushing will take the longest time, sandpaper is better and if AUTOEDUCATION.COM CAR BLOG |FORD EDGE BALL JOINT Sometimes it is the correct way to repair a ball joint by replacing the entire control arm. A previous repair to this Ford Edge that came in for an alignment failed by using a lower quality ball joint replacement. This particular control arm had issues with the ball joint socket stretching when the joint is LOUISIANA AUTOMOTIVE SCHOOLS. LA TECHNICAL COLLEGES Start a new career in Automotive Technology or take night classes to learn more about your car, truck or SUV. We have listed auto schools by state for you to find the closest school to learn Auto Body, Auto Mechanics and Diesel Technology. AUTOEDUCATION.COM CAR BLOG |DISC BRAKE SQUEAL ON BMW 3 Noise is embarrassing. Answer: Yes, more than likely the brake squeal you hear is normal. Brake dust and pad design can cause some brakes to squeal more than others. On your next brake pad change, make sure the mechanic cleans everything well and applies an anti-squeal coating to the back of the pads. (see products below) I use this on every AUTO REPAIR ADVICE, LEARN ABOUT YOUR CAR AND HOW IT WORKS.HOW CARS WORKCAR CARECAR BUYINGBLOGFIND A CLASSBODY The longest running section of our website, we break down the components of your car in easy to understand terms. New & improved roadside tips to help you safely deal with emergencies and as always, what to discuss with your mechanic so you can be assured of a quality repair at a price you can afford. The more you know, the more moneyand time
FREE AUTO REPAIR MANUALS There are also file sharing sites which promise full PDF files of the repair manuals, if you can get past the SPAM, Malware and Viruses you end up downloading. Please note, these other methods are illegal and not a recommended way to procure an auto repair manual. LEARN HOW TO CLEAN AND PROTECT YOUR TIRES AND RUBBER TRIM. Consider treating your trim before waxing, to keep way from sticking in the first place. But if you already waxed the car, and have to deal with the residue on your trim, use the remover sparingly and apply with a small 100% cotton towel. Nothing looks worse that the left over wax residue, and believe me it will stick out like a sore thumb. YOUR CAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM, SHOCKS, STRUTS, AND SPRINGS. If you car bounces excessively over bumps and leans hard in corners, your shocks could be warn. Look behind the wheel for the shock or strut and look for leaking oil. This is a sure sign of a worn shock or strut. Also check your owners manual, some will give a mileage estimate for shock or strut life. As a general rule somewhere in the60,000
HOW TO CLEAN YOUR CAR'S PAINT PROPERLY. THE BEST WAY TO Most cars will be fine with a simple polish, but if your car has swirl marks you may want to start with a glaze. Work in small areas, apply medium pressure and allow the liquid to do the work. Follow the directions on the product and buff to a shine. Once you have the desired smooth surface and deep shine, add a layer of wax to protectthe finish.
AUTOEDUCATION.COM CAR BLOG |LITTLE BLACK OR BROWN SPOTS ON Image Courtesy of Donnan.com Question: Brown speckles began appearing all over my white yukon. The dealer said rail dust, fix with claybar treatment, $300 thank you! The spots started to come back within 2 weeks. The GM dealer now does a tap dance and with lot of HOW TO REMOVE RUST AND RUST PREVENTION PRODUCTS. Physical removal of rust: Get out the sandpaper, grinders and wire brushes! Physical removal of rust involves using something harder that the rust you want to remove and using it to wipe off that iron oxide. Wire brushing will take the longest time, sandpaper is better and if AUTOEDUCATION.COM CAR BLOG |FORD EDGE BALL JOINT Sometimes it is the correct way to repair a ball joint by replacing the entire control arm. A previous repair to this Ford Edge that came in for an alignment failed by using a lower quality ball joint replacement. This particular control arm had issues with the ball joint socket stretching when the joint is LOUISIANA AUTOMOTIVE SCHOOLS. LA TECHNICAL COLLEGES Start a new career in Automotive Technology or take night classes to learn more about your car, truck or SUV. We have listed auto schools by state for you to find the closest school to learn Auto Body, Auto Mechanics and Diesel Technology. AUTOEDUCATION.COM CAR BLOG |DISC BRAKE SQUEAL ON BMW 3 Noise is embarrassing. Answer: Yes, more than likely the brake squeal you hear is normal. Brake dust and pad design can cause some brakes to squeal more than others. On your next brake pad change, make sure the mechanic cleans everything well and applies an anti-squeal coating to the back of the pads. (see products below) I use this on everyAUTOSHOP 101
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HOW MY CAR ENGINE WORKS. LEARN ABOUT ENGINE REPAIR The crankshaft rides on bearings which can wear down over time. The bearings support the crankshaft and also the rods which connect the pistons to the crankshaft. A loud medium pitched knocking noise in the engine points to warn bearings most of the time. This is usually a costly repair and involves removing the crankshaft and eithermachining
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HOW TO CLEAN YOUR CAR'S PAINT PROPERLY. THE BEST WAY TO Most cars will be fine with a simple polish, but if your car has swirl marks you may want to start with a glaze. Work in small areas, apply medium pressure and allow the liquid to do the work. Follow the directions on the product and buff to a shine. Once you have the desired smooth surface and deep shine, add a layer of wax to protectthe finish.
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HOW MY CAR ENGINE WORKS. LEARN ABOUT ENGINE REPAIR The crankshaft rides on bearings which can wear down over time. The bearings support the crankshaft and also the rods which connect the pistons to the crankshaft. A loud medium pitched knocking noise in the engine points to warn bearings most of the time. This is usually a costly repair and involves removing the crankshaft and eithermachining
THE VALVETRAIN AND HOW IT WORKS. The valve train refers to the assembly of components designed to open and close the intake and exhaust valves. Most new engines have overhead cam assemblies like the one shown. Other designs locate the camshaft lower in the engine and use push rods to move valve assemblies. The camshaft is rotated by a timing belt, timing chain ordirect gear.
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CAR HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM EXPLAINED A/C HVAC. Often times the heater core is buried under the dashboard, and replacing it, is a major job. The air conditioning system in your car is comprised of a compressor, condenser, expansion valve and evaporator. If you have ever used a can of compressed air to clean computer components, you will know that the bottle gets very cold in ashort amount
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HOW TO CLEAN YOUR CAR'S PAINT PROPERLY. THE BEST WAY TO Most cars will be fine with a simple polish, but if your car has swirl marks you may want to start with a glaze. Work in small areas, apply medium pressure and allow the liquid to do the work. Follow the directions on the product and buff to a shine. Once you have the desired smooth surface and deep shine, add a layer of wax to protectthe finish.
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FREE AUTO REPAIR MANUALS There are also file sharing sites which promise full PDF files of the repair manuals, if you can get past the SPAM, Malware and Viruses you end up downloading. Please note, these other methods are illegal and not a recommended way to procure an auto repair manual. LEARN HOW TO CLEAN AND PROTECT YOUR TIRES AND RUBBER TRIM. Consider treating your trim before waxing, to keep way from sticking in the first place. But if you already waxed the car, and have to deal with the residue on your trim, use the remover sparingly and apply with a small 100% cotton towel. Nothing looks worse that the left over wax residue, and believe me it will stick out like a sore thumb. YOUR CAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM, SHOCKS, STRUTS, AND SPRINGS. If you car bounces excessively over bumps and leans hard in corners, your shocks could be warn. Look behind the wheel for the shock or strut and look for leaking oil. This is a sure sign of a worn shock or strut. Also check your owners manual, some will give a mileage estimate for shock or strut life. As a general rule somewhere in the60,000
HOW TO CLEAN YOUR CAR'S PAINT PROPERLY. THE BEST WAY TO Most cars will be fine with a simple polish, but if your car has swirl marks you may want to start with a glaze. Work in small areas, apply medium pressure and allow the liquid to do the work. Follow the directions on the product and buff to a shine. Once you have the desired smooth surface and deep shine, add a layer of wax to protectthe finish.
HOW TO REMOVE RUST AND RUST PREVENTION PRODUCTS.HOW TO DO POWER PLANT RUSTHOW TO FIX RUST ON A CARHOW TO TREAT RUST ON CAR Physical removal of rust: Get out the sandpaper, grinders and wire brushes! Physical removal of rust involves using something harder that the rust you want to remove and using it to wipe off that iron oxide. Wire brushing will take the longest time, sandpaper is better and if AUTOEDUCATION.COM CAR BLOG |LITTLE BLACK OR BROWN SPOTS ONBROWN SPOTS ON CARBROWN SPOTS ON WHITE CAR Image Courtesy of Donnan.com Question: Brown speckles began appearing all over my white yukon. The dealer said rail dust, fix with claybar treatment, $300 thank you! The spots started to come back within 2 weeks. The GM dealer now does a tap dance and with lot of MICHIGAN AUTOMOTIVE SCHOOLS. MI TECHNICAL COLLEGES Start a new career in Automotive Technology or take night classes to learn more about your car, truck or SUV. We have listed auto schools by state for you to find the closest school to learn Auto Body, Auto Mechanics and Diesel Technology. AUTOEDUCATION.COM CAR BLOG |FORD EDGE BALL JOINTFORD BALL JOINT REPLACEMENTFORD EDGE BALL JOINT PROBLEMSFORD BALL JOINT KITLOWER BALL JOINT REPLACEMENTBALL JOINT REPAIR NEAR MECHANGE BALL JOINT Sometimes it is the correct way to repair a ball joint by replacing the entire control arm. A previous repair to this Ford Edge that came in for an alignment failed by using a lower quality ball joint replacement. This particular control arm had issues with the ball joint socket stretching when the joint is WHAT DO OIL VISCOSITY NUMBERS MEAN? LEARN ABOUT MOTOR OIL Oil weight, or viscosity, refers to how thick or thin the oil is. The temperature requirements set for oil by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) is 0 degrees F (low) and 210 degrees F (high). Oils meeting the SAE's low temperature requirements have a "W" after the viscosity rating (example: 10W), and oils that meet the high ratingshave
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Body - Learn how your car's body is built, cared for, and repaired after an accident. Brakes - A critical system which can never be neglected. Cooling System - Your car's engine produces a lot of heat, the cooling system removes that heat and keeps the engine in a peak operating temperature range. Drivetrain - From the clutch to axle,learn how
AUTOMOTIVE SCHOOLS VO-TECH VOCATIONAL CLASSES NIGHT SCHOOLS Career preperation is the number one reason, and nothing beats hands-on instruction from skilled teachers. But even for the average consumer, many Vo-Tech schools and even some high schools offer evening classes where you can learn about Auto Body Repair, automechanics and more.
HOW MY CAR ENGINE WORKS. LEARN ABOUT ENGINE REPAIR The crankshaft rides on bearings which can wear down over time. The bearings support the crankshaft and also the rods which connect the pistons to the crankshaft. A loud medium pitched knocking noise in the engine points to warn bearings most of the time. This is usually a costly repair and involves removing the crankshaft and eithermachining
THE VALVETRAIN AND HOW IT WORKS. The valve train refers to the assembly of components designed to open and close the intake and exhaust valves. Most new engines have overhead cam assemblies like the one shown. Other designs locate the camshaft lower in the engine and use push rods to move valve assemblies. The camshaft is rotated by a timing belt, timing chain ordirect gear.
AUTOBODY SECRETS, LEARN HOW TO FIX AND REPAIR RUST Wash the underside of your car during and after the winter season. This will wash off the salt used to melt the ice on the roads. Folks in the southern and most west coast areas don't have this to worry about. Make sure all drain holes around the trunk and hood are clear. These holes allow water to exit the ledges around the trunk and hoodand
THE FUEL SYSTEM. FUEL PUMP, FUEL FILTER, GAS TANK, FUEL Air, Fuel and Spark. The fuel system is critical in storing and delivering the gasoline or diesel fuel your engine needs to run. Think of it as your vascular system, with a heart (fuel pump), veins (fuel lines) and kidneys (filter). A failure in any of these fuel systemcomponents
CAR HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM EXPLAINED A/C HVAC. Often times the heater core is buried under the dashboard, and replacing it, is a major job. The air conditioning system in your car is comprised of a compressor, condenser, expansion valve and evaporator. If you have ever used a can of compressed air to clean computer components, you will know that the bottle gets very cold in ashort amount
WEST VIRGINIA AUTOMOTIVE SCHOOLS. WV TECHNICAL COLLEGES Top Tips Tips to Find an Automotive Tech School in West Virginia. Get recommendations from students present and past. The admissions department should be WHAT DO OIL VISCOSITY NUMBERS MEAN? LEARN ABOUT MOTOR OIL Oil weight, or viscosity, refers to how thick or thin the oil is. The temperature requirements set for oil by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) is 0 degrees F (low) and 210 degrees F (high). Oils meeting the SAE's low temperature requirements have a "W" after the viscosity rating (example: 10W), and oils that meet the high ratingshave
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