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- How to learn to ride a car
Study in a driving school does not guarantee that you will learn how to professionally drive a car. You will be given a theoretical and practical base of knowledge with which the first days on the road will be very difficult. Improving skills should be carried out with someone experienced that can point out mistakes and teach the design elements and the technical details. - How to top up the oil in the box machine
Modern automatic transmissions do not require replacement or topping up the oil during the whole period of operation. For this reason, in their case of a missing fuel filler neck. In boxes of old design there is a need for periodic oil changes, spelled out in the instructions to the vehicle, and this procedure is significantly different from replace the engine oil. There is also a need to monitor and refill if necessary oil. - Why is squeaking wheel
When the motorist asks: "Why the wheel is squeaking?", he is referring to the creaking brake pads. A similar problem can occur even on a new car. The brake system may in this case not be affected, but unpleasant sound will interfere with driving. - How to determine the wear of automobile tires
Check the wear of tires is one of the most important events in terms of car care. Timely inspection of the condition of the rubber will help avoid accidents on the road, extra costs, and even save your life and the lives of your passengers. A reasonable solution is to periodically seek the advice of professionals, however, you can learn to determine the degree of wear on their own. There are several reliable ways. - Do I need to register the engine
In connection with the new legislative regulations recently entered into force, car owners, there are many questions related to the registration of the motor when it is replaced. Previously, this procedure was mandatory in any situation, and today it rules out some cases. - How to align wheel
Deformation of the wheels is one of the most common problems faced by owners of cars, motorcycles and bicycles as a result of accidents or drive on bad roads. When minor damage wheel you can align. - Why is stalling the clutch
If while driving the car there is a smell of burning, if the acceleration has deteriorated, if the hill climbing speed begins to fall – these are all symptoms of some slippage of the clutch. To determine the fault more precisely, tighten the hand brake with the engine running and check the transmission. With a good clutch the engine will stall, with the stalled – will continue to work. - Why burn out the fuse
Fuses protect electrical circuits of the car from overloads and short circuits. If in the circuit there is a fault or an excessive amount of energy consumers, there is a short circuit, it is overloaded. Wire and the winding of the generator overheated, the electrolyte in the battery can boil. To protect against this, use fuses that interrupt the flow of current, if its strength exceeds a certain allowable value. - Why is the lifters knocking
The lifters in the car are used to eliminate clearance in the valve drive. The result of the application of the hydraulic lifters is no need to adjust the valves during maintenance services. Often when the engine is running they start to knock. As coolant operating temperature knock can strengthen or weaken. Causes of knocking compensators described below. - Why float the engine rpm
A situation in which for no apparent reason and without any action by the driver rpm idling spontaneously and periodically begin to change, is called a floating idle. In some cases, it comes down to the fact that the engine stalls. - How to get insurance on a car
In order to insure the car against theft and damage, you must contact the insurance company. Fill out the application and provide the insurance representative organization with reliable information about the vehicle. - How to bleed the lifters
Lifters should completely absorb the gaps located between the working surfaces of the rockers rocker arms and camshaft, valves, rods, regardless of the temperature regime and the level of wear and tear. However, sometimes it may be a clog inside the details and in this case, they need to pump. - How to dry the interior of the car
The interior of the car can get wet as a result of flooding due to heavy rainfall, etc. It is recommended to dry as quickly as possible to prevent mold and odor. - How to increase engine power on a scooter
Many owners of scooters with time starting to run out of the standard engine power. Want more speed, more acceleration, more reliable and precise movement with heavy loads, rough roads and climbs. Add horsepower to the engine of the scooter is quite possible on their own. - As to the rights of the citizen of Ukraine
Get a driver's license of the Russian sample for a citizen of Ukraine, like any other foreign state, the law expressly provided. However, this situation exists. - How to fill in a full tank
Pour a full tank of fuel in the car in several ways. If the first time you yourself will not understand what to do, looking for a gas station, which has services to the tanker and the cashier accepts the payment after refueling. - How to prune spring 2109
Changing springs on a non-standard, motorists are basically trying to raise or lower the ground clearance or the stiffness of the springs. One of the easiest ways to reduce the wheelbase to shorten, i.e. to cut a few turns standard springs. Can it be done independently? - How to check the pad wear
During operation of the vehicle brake pads worn out. Despite the guaranteed mileage before next replacement of the front pads 10000km and rear drum – 25000км, periodically check their wear. This event will also help to determine the necessity of maintenance of the brake calipers. - How to check the ignition coil tester
Most contemporary cars of Russian and foreign production have a contactless system of ignition. Verification of this system does not present great difficulties and may be carried out using a conventional tester. - How to configure sound in the car
It is not enough just to buy and put in a car audio system, even if it is high quality and expensive. Depending on the system the sound will be more or less quality, but without the settings of the sound potential to be unsolved. To complete settings pre-out, does the audio from the radio or from separate amplifiers, without processor. - How to increase the idle speed
Idle is a special mode of operation of the engine at the time when the vehicle is in place. It is activated only after the modes "start" and "warm". Its main function is adjusting the air-fuel mixture to reduce the toxicity of exhaust emissions to the minimum figure. - How to change the belt on the Gazelle
The car "GAZelle" in our country is the most popular commercial vehicles. In this regard, he is constantly in operation, which leads to breakdowns. One of the most common is damage to drive belt water pump and alternator. This malfunction is signaled by a special whistle coming from under the hood. Replace it with the power of each motorist. - How to put in the Field column
Has long been a car is an important part of human life. People can not imagine life without their own vehicles, as it helps to be at the right time in the right place. However long and frequent trips are very tiring. Relieve stress and fatigue behind the wheel will help favorite music. Just set the tape recorder in the car and speakers. - How to seal gas tank
A leak formed in the fuel tank of the vehicle, it is possible to seal with fiberglass and epoxy glue. The reliability of splices is much higher than when using cold welding for bonding. - How to choose spark plugs for Lada
To promote the good work of your car, will certainly choose the most suitable spark plug for it. The automobiles are machines that require installation of candles such well-established brands such as BRISK, BOSCH, NGK, CHAMPION. - How to put the battery in the car
Installing the battery on the vehicle requires adherence to certain important nuances, ignorance and the failure of which may damage the vehicle's electrical system and the battery. - How to pay a penalty if you lost the receipt
Situations are different and sometimes motorists go beyond the rules of the road. The gallant officers of the traffic police write out a receipt for payment of fines, but often they are lost, and to fulfill their duty and pay the violation still needed. - How to install navigation in car
Not to be lost to a driver in the modern urban jungle, you can install the Navigator in the car and be aware of its location. Navigator - something multi-functional and can serve not only as conductor but also as a monitor to watch DVDs and as a radio. - How to disable the alarm on the car
The more complex the alarm system, the harder it is criminal to steal a car. Of course, under normal circumstances, this only gives confidence in the future. However, if something goes wrong, can I disable the alarm myself? - How to cover a car varnish
The varnishing of the car requires from the painter a lot of practical experience, knowledge of the process and characteristics of the materials used. Lacquer coating is done on top of the paint, protects it from thermal and UV effects, painted gives the product a beautiful appearance.