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Maintenance

Car maintenance tips, with advice on do-it-yourself auto repairs to help keep your car looking like it just rolled off the lot. Learn how to give your car an oil change, fix car paint, install new accessories and replace your car battery and windshield—without the aid of a mechanic.

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9 Strange Car Sounds—And What They Could Mean

Your car is always giving you feedback, but are you listening? Auto repair shop owner and licensed auto service technician Emily Chung describes nine common car sounds, and reveals what they could possibly mean.

How to Remove Rust From Brake Rotors

Rusty rotors peeking out from behind your expensive alloy wheels? Here's how to remove rust...

The Freezing Point of Gasoline and Its Effect on Your Car

There are plenty of things to worry about when it comes time to winterize your...

How to Replace a Car Starter

If you try to start your vehicle and the engine turns too slowly (or not...

Try This Simple Hack and You’ll Never Miss Another Oil Change

Can't remember when your car had its last oil change? This hack can help!

How to Get Rid of Salt Stains in Your Car

It's tough to keep your car looking clean this time of year, especially where carpeting...

13 Cleaning Tricks Car Washers Won’t Tell You

Want to get your car gleaming—without the professional price tag? Try these secrets to get...

What To Do When You Accidentally Fill Your Gas Tank with Diesel Fuel

Gasoline in a diesel tank or diesel in a gasoline tank; either way it's not...

Changing Spark Plugs: What You Need to Know Before You Attempt to DIY

Changing spark plugs is an easy job—provided you have the proper tools, equipment and expertise....

9 Things That Can Happen to Your Car When You Don’t Drive It

If you haven't picked up your car keys in a while, you should be aware...

15 Things You’re Doing to Your Car That Mechanics Wouldn’t

Yes, you need to "warm up" your car.

How Often Should You Wash Your Car in Winter?

If you live where winter brings snow, slush, sand and salt, it's nearly impossible to...

How Often Should You Change Your Brake Pads?

How often should you change your brake pads? The answer depends on the unique combination...

How to Replace Windshield Wiper Blades

Learn how to replace wiper blades with these step-by-step instructions from the auto experts at...

What to Do If Your Car Shakes When Braking

Sometimes cars shake when you brake. And while pulsating while braking is usually an easy...

Protect Your Vehicle from Freezing Over with This Trick

All you need is dry Teflon spray, spray lithium grease, a rag and glass cleaner.
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What to Know About Changing Your Car’s Oil Filter

Want to take the best possible care of your vehicle? Learn all about oil filters...

10 Car Repairs You’ve Probably Wasted Money On

Car repair and maintenance is essential to the safe, efficient operation of your vehicle. Don't...

Why You Need to Keep a Nail File in Your Car This Winter

It has *nothing* to do with your manicure.