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Be your own mechanic and keep your vehicles running smooth with these repairs and routine maintenance projects and tips.

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How to Change the Oil in Your Car

One of the most critical maintenance chores for cars is changing the oil regularly. Learn how to change oil quickly and without getting too dirty.
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How to Polish a Car Yourself

Want to restore your vehicle's dull, unattractive old paint job to near new? Car polish...
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How to Get Rid of Smoke Smell in Your Car

Smoke is a difficult smell to get out of your car. You may end up...
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Car Polish vs Car Wax: What’s the Difference?

Ever wonder what the difference is between car wax and car polish? Both products are...
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What Is the Fluid Leaking From My Car?

There is something dripping from your car. If it's water, don't worry. If it's something...
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How to Make Cloudy Car Headlight Lenses Clear Again

Got vehicle headlights with foggy, yellowing plastic lenses? Learn why this happens and how to...
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How to Reset the Oil Change Light in a Car

Has the "Maintenance" or "Oil Change" indicator light appeared on your vehicle? Learn what it...
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How to Properly Dispose of Car Batteries

Your car battery is a heavy lump of toxic metals and acid. Properly disposing of...
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What Type of Oil Should I Use in My Lawn Mower?

Your lawn mower needs the right kind of engine oil used in the right way....
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How to Flush a Car Radiator

Got a car you want to keep running for a long time? Then a healthy...
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5 Signs Your Fuel Filter Needs Replacing

Unseen and often forgotten, fuel filters are a small but critical part of a vehicle's...
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Lawn Mower Parts You Can Replace Yourself

Lawn mower letting you down? A little repair know-how can go a long way. Learn...
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Why Does My Steering Wheel Shake When Braking?

A shaking steering wheel when braking is not only annoying, it means something is wrong...
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15 Things You Should Never Do To Your Car

If your goal is to keep your car in great shape, don't even consider doing...
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How to Read the Size of a Tire

Need new tires for your car but not sure how to read tire size? Learn...
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How to Properly Rotate Tires on Your Car

If you want to take good care of your car, it's important you rotate your...
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Why Are My Car Brakes Making Noise?

Unusual noise coming from your brakes is a warning that one of your car's most...
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Why Won’t My Windshield Wipers Turn Off?

Got windshield wipers that won't turn off? There are several possible causes. Learn why this...
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16 Things Your Mechanic Wants You to Stop Doing

You and your mechanic may not be best buddies, but it's definitely beneficial to establish...