Car Maintenance

DIY projects for car maintenance including oil change, batter replacement, air filters and more.

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  • How to Change Car Oil

  • Regular oil changes prolong the life of your car. Save time and money by doing this 20-minute job yourself. And you'll know that it was done…

  • How to Jump Start Your Car Safely

  • Dead or weak battery? Jump-starting a vehicle is easy and safe if you follow these four simple steps. It takes only a few minutes.

  • Winter Prep: Where to Grease a Car

  • 5 simple lubrication steps will prevent many cold-weather auto problems. Lube window tracks, weather stripping, the hood latch, locks and door…

  • Install New Car Carpet

  • Replace the old dirty carpeting in your car with new pre-formed carpeting. It'll only cost about $200 and take 3 to 4 hours to do a first-rate…

  • Tips for Car Stereo Repair

  • Remove your car radio/CD unit and send it in for repairs rather than buying a new one. The trick is getting it out without wrecking anything.

  • Car Paint Repair: Touch Up Painting

  • Remove and repair flakes, chips, dents, dings and scratches on your car's finish before the rust sets in. It takes just a few minutes of your…

  • How to Fix a Car Power Antenna

  • Fix a stuck power antenna by replacing a burned out motor or bad cable/mast. You can do both in about 2 hours, and you'll avoid the $50 - $100…

  • Should You Buy Car Paint Sealant?

  • Paint sealant is a good idea, but you can easily apply it yourself and save the cost of a dealer or detailing specialist application.

  • Car Care: How to Pour Oil

  • Believe it or not, there's a right way and a wrong way to pour oil from a plastic bottle into your car's engine. By holding the container…

  • How to Lube Your Car Before Winter

  • Snow, ice and road salt take a toll on cars, but with a few squirts of lubricant you can lessen the impact and keep important moving parts…

  • How to Repack Wheel Bearings

  • Repack trailer wheel bearings to prevent the most common breakdown. It's an easy and cheap maintenance chore.

  • Car Repair: Car Jack Safety

  • Learning to properly jack up and support your car or truck before you start doing your own oil changes or making repairs is vital to your…

  • Car Repair: Tips for Fast Fixes

  • Even if you're not a car-geek, doing some simple, basic maintenance on your vehicle will keep it out of the shop and extend its life.…

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