Spencer E. Razo
The Autodude has over 28 + years working on cars and light trucks. He is ASE Certified.
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Car Noises Will Cause You to Break DownAre you hearing noises coming from your car or truck? Do not ignore them or you will be paying big bucks. This article will explain most car and truck noises so please read. -
Car Battery Tips and Tricks for Winter Driving/Battery Problems ExplainedServicing your battery for the upcoming Winter is very crucial to you and your car. Please follow these tips and keep safe making sure your vehicle will start. -
How to Fix Your Car's Cooling System ProblemsYour heating system has controls that can effect how well your car or truck runs. Find out here!
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Frozen Radiators/Iced Up Antifreeze/Tricks to Prevent Engine DamageWinter weather will freeze up your engine block and crack your radiator. Here are a few tricks to save you money and valuable time. Autodude has spent 25+ years helping the consumer with Winter time woes.
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2011 Winter Vehicle Care Tips: Getting Antifreeze ReadyHere are some very important vehicle care tips for the upcoming 2011 Winter. Please follow these tips and have your antifreeze tested and replaced before the cold weather gets here.
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So You Want to Be a Auto Mechanic? Free Auto Mechanic Career AdviceSo you want to be a Auto Mechanic? Below are some great tips for you to make it through your first job as a Auto Repair Technician. -
Brake and Tune-Up Repair Estimates ExplainedThis article will explain how auto repair shops make a lot of money from writing up your Brake and Tune-Up repair estimates. Find the information about your Vehicle Estimate here.
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Plan a Road Trip-Auto Maintenance Checklist-Car Care TipsWhile planning your road trip you will want to make sure that your vehicle is ready to go when you are. Please follow these maintenance tips and have an enjoyable roadtrip!
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Automotive Cooling System Bleeding Tips: Car is Overheating AntifreezeThis article is about bleeding the automotive cooling system now that your car is over heating after some cooling system repairs have been made. -
Car Heater Problems: Heater Blowing Cold AirWhen you are trying to fix your car heater problems here are a few things for you to check before you take it in to a auto repair shop. Many times you can fix this problem by just performing a few checks.
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Automobile Repair: Car Heater Problems-Antifreeze or Blower MotorHere are some Winter time automobile repair tips for your car heater problems you may be encountering. -
How to Get Your Antifreeze Coolant Ready for the WinterThis article will explain how to get your antifreeze coolant ready for the Winter. It also explains what flushing a cooling system is.
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Auto Repair Advice: Tips for the FallThis is great auto repair advice for driving in the Fall and Winter. Have your car inspected every October and April.
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Automotive Winterization Tips: How to Prepare Your Car or TruckThese automotive winterization tips will help you prepare your car or truck for old man Winter.
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Automotive Careers: Handling Auto Repair Shop CustomersWhen choosing a career in the automotive field be prepared to deal with the auto repair shop customers as well. The customers could be very nice or they can be very mean. -
Fall Car Care: Check and Test Your AntifreezeFall car care includes checking and testing your antifreeze and you might need to perform a flush and fill if needed. Read on for fall car care tips.
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Malfunction Indicator Light-Check Engine Light-Service Engine Soon: TipsCheck engine and service engine soon lights can be reset by you the driver.
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Auto Repair Shop: Help Finding TipsIt is very hard to find a good auto repair shop these days. A busy auto repair shop normally means they produce excellent work. -
1988 Nissan 2.4 Liter: Eight Spark Plug Tune-UpYour 1988 Nissan Hardbody 2.4 liter engine has eight sparkplugs to replace during your tune up. Be sure to check the proper heat ranges for the intake and exhaust sides. -
E4ME Rochester Quadra Jet Carburetor: Rebuild or ReplaceThere are several factors involved when you are deciding whether to rebuild or replace your carburetor. Read on to find out whether you should replace or rebuild your E4ME Rochester Quadra Jet carburetor.
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Fall Car Care Tips for Chevrolet, Ford, and Chrysler Cars and TrucksOctober is fall car care month. Make sure your Chevrolet, Ford, or Chrysler is ready for the winter.
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Tips for Replacing Your Bad In-Tank Electric Fuel PumpMost electric fuel pumps have the same replacing procedures. Always use caution and care when replacing your electric fuel pump.
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Help My Car Won't Not Start: Spark Gas and CompressionA car needs spark, fuel and compression for it to start. Read on for tips on what to do if your car won't start.
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2000 Ford Escort SE: Brake Inspection TipsIt is very important to replace your front brake shims in the correct position. Read on for brake inspection tips for a 2000 Ford Escort SE.
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Common Ignition System Problems on Cars and TrucksYour ignition system should be serviced every 60,000 miles or so. This includes your spark plug wires and your spark plugs.
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Trouble Shooting Tips for When Car and Truck Carburetors are Hard to Start in the ColdColder temperatures will bring you hard starting problems with your carburetor. These trouble shooting tips will help you understand the reason why.
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Car Trouble Shooting Problems for Chevrolet, Ford and Chrysler VehiclesTrouble shooting your car will save you time and money if you do it your self. Read on for tips.
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High Energy Ignition Systems (HEI): Distributor Problem FixesSolutions for high energy ignition systems distributor problems.
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New Oxygen Sensor Installation Tips:1995 Chevrolet SuburbanTips for installing a new oxygen sensor for a 1995 Chevrolet Suburban.
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Rochester M2ME Dual Jet Carburetor for Chevrolet Engines: Seal Removal TipsCarburetor mixture screws will have to be removed sooner or later to make the carburetor adjustable.
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Rochester DUALJET 2 Barrel Carburetor #17080454: Adjustments & SettingsThe Rochester 2 Barrel Carburetor requires some special settings.
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Ford Autolite 2-Barrell Carburetor D7TE 1977:Troubleshooting Tips & TricksThe Ford 1977 model cars were equipped with a Ford Autolite 2-Barrel Carburetor Tag number D7TE 1.21. Like all carburetors this had some problems which I will explain here.
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The Best Vehicles to Work OnIf you ever wondered what type of vehicle would be the best to work on then get yourself a four cylinder.
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How to Diagnose Bad Brake Rotors and a Bad Brake JobTest drive your car or truck before you take it home. Your brakes are very expensive and very important.
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Carburetor Trouble Shooting: E4ME Quadra Jet Rich-ConditionAdjusting out some carburetors can be a pain. On this particular carburetor you will have to stop the internal gas leak which causes a rich condition.
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Carburetor Trouble Shooting: Electric Choke Problems Fixes and TipsTips and fixes for electric choke problems. -
Carburetor Trouble Shooting: Accelerator and Power Circuits DiagnosticsYour carburetor may need to be replaced or overhauled. This simple test will let you know if your power and accelerator circuits are working.
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How to Remove Wheel Locks when You Loose Your KeyCan you find your wheel lock key in a hurry? You can still remove them if you do not want to buy this expensive tool set.
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2002 Buick Lesabre 3.8 Liter: Spark Plugs and Gas Filter ReplacementReplacing the fuel filter on a regular basis will relieve the strain put on your fuel pump and increase its life. Platinum spark plugs are desighned to last 100 thousand miles. -
1996 Pontiac Grand Am 2.4 L F/I Vin T- Spark Plug Location and RemovalThe spark plugs location is under the top engine cover. The spark plug housing holds the ignition module and the two coil packs.
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2002 Honda Accord 2.3 Liter: Spark Plugs ReplacementChanging the spark plugs on this Honda Accord will take platinum tipped spark plugs. Make sure that you do not cross thread these spark plugs.
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How to Change Air Filter in a 2005 2.2 Liter Chevrolet CavalierThis article explains how to change the air filter on a 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. The AC Delco part# is A1172C.
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How to Change Spark Plugs in a 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier 2.2 LiterThe spark plugs are located down inside of this 2.2 liter engine head. There are no spark plug wires to deal with.
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How to Change Oil and Filter in a 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier 2.2Changing the oil and filter on a 2005 Chevrolet Cavlier's 2.2 liter can be very messy if you accidently disturb the new O ring supplied. I would recommend leaving it up to a professional.
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How to Replace a Bad Electric Fuel Pump in a 2000 Chevrolet TrailblazerTips for replacing a bad electric fuel pump in a 2000 Chevy Trailblazer.
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Fall Car Care Tips for Your Vehicle: Exhaust and Braking SystemsFall car care days are coming up and just around the corner. It's very important to have your exhaust and braking systems inspected.
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Ford Motorcraft 2100 2150 Carburetor: Installing And AdjustmentsAdjusting the Ford Motorcraft 2100 and the 2150 carburetor should be done by the book. You will need an assitant to help you adjust the A/c Idle.
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How to Replace Your Front Brake Calipers:1992 Chevy CavalierInstructions on replacing your front brake calipers. You will need to bleed the calipers when you are finished.
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Tips for Tuning Up a 1991 Dodge Dynasty 2.5 LiterHow to tune up a 1991 Dodge 2.5 liter. Replace the spark plugs, spark plug wires, and distributor cap and rotor.
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Automotive Trouble Shooting: Testing Spark Plug WiresIf you are trying to locate an engine misfire, perform this quick test to confirm which engine cylinder is not operating correctly. -
Auto Repair Trouble Shooting with a Code Reader/Code ScannerHaving a scanner will help you diagnose car abd truck problems. The more money you spend the more features you will get! -
Car Parts: Trouble Shooting the Automotive Carburetor ChokeUnderstanding the six circuits of the carburetor will help you to trouble shoot most problems. The choke system operates within the first five minutes of starting your car.
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Automotive Repair: Buying a Used Car and the Oil ChangeBuying a used car means that you are buying someone's previous problems so make sure you have the car checked out by a mechanic. And once you get that used car, make sure to get an oil change as well.
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The Automotive Mechanic and His Auto Repair Shop DutiesRunning an automotive repair shop can come with a lot of headaches when th duties seem like they never end.
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Tune Up Mechanic Duties at Auto Repair ShopsThe tune up mechanic has to be well qualified for the job. He should be ASE certified in engine performance and advanced engine performance.
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Check Engine Light Trouble Shooting: Throttle Position SensorWhen you have a throttle position sensor code then you will need to do some trouble shooting to fix the problem.
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Auto Repair Shops: The Automatic Transmission ServiceServicing your automatic transmission should be performed every 2 years.
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How a Mechanic Fixes Your Check Engine LightThis procedure pertains to both the check engine light and the service engine soon light.
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Tune Up and Car Engine Problems: Engine Trouble Shooting 101Ask for a tune up verification first to see if a tune up will help your car.
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Auto Repair Shops and the Car Parts UsedCar parts can be very expensive buying them new from the car dealership.
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How to Fix Your Car Brakes: Brake RotorsCar brakes can be very expensive when it comes to replacing your brake rotors.
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1990 Chevrolet Z24 Cavalier Rear Drum Brakes: Adjustment and CleaningIt is very important to clean and adjust your rear brakes with every front brake service. Your goal is to have an even braking system while trying to stop.
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Tune-Up Tips for 2000 Chevrolet Trail Blazer 4.3 Liter EngineDue to moisture and corrosion build up you should tune-up your vehicle on a regular basis. You will also be saving a ton of money by doing it yourself!
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Diagnosing an Overly Rich Condition on 1986-1992 Ford 2.9 RangersSome items to check for a rich condition includes, o2 sensors, MAP sensors, and the fuel pressure regulator.
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Auto Repair Tools to Have when Fixing Your Car at HomeAutomotive tools should be kept around the house for those small repair jobs. Don't forget to add a on-board computer scanner to your tool collection at home.
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The Firing Order on a 1984 Cavaleir 2.0 Liter 4 Cylinder EngineKnowing the correct firing order can speed up your car repairs. You must also know the cylinder order of the vehicle you are working on.
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The E4ME Rochester Quadra Jet Carburetor Settings and AdjustmentsYou can speculate on how to adjust this carburetor or you can go by the book and do it right. I use to rebuild at least 4 of these Rochester Quadro Jets a week!
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Diagnosing EGR Valve Car Problems: Auto Repair Advice 101When replacing an EGR valve, gun the motor a few times to clean out the carbon build up. Carbon build up is very common inside of the EGR valve.
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How to Set Up the Minimum Idle Speed on GM's 3.1 Multiport in a 1990 Chevy Z24Checking and setting your basic idle speed needs to be done first before you continue diagnosing your cars idling problems. You will need an assistant to help you with this procedure.
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Engine Performance Experts Are in Demand : My StoryDiagnosing a no start condition pays off with benefits. Get ASE certified and name your own starting pay!
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I Think I'm Being Overcharged for Car RepairsIf you think that you are being over charged for your car repairs, then you probably are. Have a price in mind and stick to it!
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How to Diagnose Your Car with a Common Spray BottleSave yourself a diagnostic charge and get your car fixed. A common spray bottle can be used instead of a high priced diagnostic machine. Big time savings here!
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How to Clean Your Car's Throttle Plates: The Fuel System 101Clean your throttle plates at least once a year. Dirty throttle plates will cause hesitating and poor engine performance.
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How Today's Electronic Engine Control Sensors WorkUnderstanding how your car works will help you diagnose your car's problems faster.
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How to Perform a Major Tune-up on Your Car and Save MoneyYou can save money performing a major tune-up on your car or truck. Change your sparkplugs, sparkplug wires, and your fuel and air filters.
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How to Perform a Basic Front Disc Brake Job: Tips and Advice 101Replacing your front disc brake pads are quite normal for a do it yourselfer. If the rotors do not need to be resurfaced the brake job can be done in minutes!
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Why Front Disc Brakes Wear FasterYour front brakes are under a lot of pressure and should be inspected at least once a year. Brake calipers can seize up and cause premature and uneven wear on your front disc brake pads.
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Changing the 2.2 Liter Chrysler Timing Belt: Advice and TipsChanging your timing belt will restore lost power. Make sure the timing marks are lined up or you will have to do it again. -
Auto Shops and the Car Repair Prices They ChargeWhen calling around to get estimates always have your car's information ready. Auto Shops will charge you on the type of car you drive.
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Saving More Money on Your Car Repairs: Tips and AdviceSaving money on your car repairs should be a high priority in today's economy. Make sure you have a plan of action when it comes to your car repairs.
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The Signs and Symptoms of a Bad Throttle Body Injection UnitFinding a specialized engine performance expert would be helpful in rebuilding your Throttle Body Injection Unit. TBI units can be very tricky if you do not know how one works.
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The High Energy Ignition Pick Up Coil and the Ignition ModuleReplacing the pick up coil and the ignition module can be complicated. Your other alternative is to buy a rebuilt distributor.
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How to Know if a Car's Carburetor is Bad: The Six CircuitsCarburetors have six circuits that have to be in working order. It's most likely that you have to have it overhauled or replaced.
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How to Replace Your Rear Brake Wheel Cylinders: Info. 101Rear brake wheel cylinders will cause a low spongy pedal when applying the brakes. Make sure to bleed the brake system when you are finished.
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Tips for Inspecting and Changing Your Rear Drum BrakesIn a forward motion your rear brakes only produce 25% of your braking power. Always have them cleaned and adjusted when ever you do the front brakes only.
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Getting a Free Brake Inspection Can Be TerrifyingA free brake inspection is a chance for the technicians to raise their sale averages. Try not to be over sold.
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Why You Should Replace the Timing Belt with Your Water Pump JobBe sure to replace your timing belt when having your water pump replaced. You will be just paying for the part and no extra labor.
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How to Get Your Car Ready for Summer Time Driving 101Summer is a great time to get your vehicle's cooling system checked out. Consider a flush and fill and a cooling system pressure test for your car. -
What Should I Check when Buying a Used Car-Used Car Advice 101Here are four used car buying tips you should use before buying that used car. Beware of those cars that come from the hurricanes. -
Auto Repair Savings Tips and Advice for the ConsumerThe money you can save doing it your self is unbelievable! Forget about parts mark ups and labor rates averaging now around one hundred bucks per hour. -
Automotive Tips and Advice on Replacing Your V Belt and Your Serpentine BeltInspecting and replacing your drive belts are very important to the health of your vehicle. Inspect for loose and cracked belts every other oil change.
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Why Did the Emissions Test Fail My Car and What is an Oxygen Sensor?An oxygen sensors job is to help lower your hydrocarbon levels coming out of your tail pipe. Some states require that your car pass an emissions test.
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Finding the Right Car Repair Parts the First TimeFinding the right part for your car can be very frustrating at times. Here are a few tips for you to use. These tips and advice should help you in receiving your parts more quickly.
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Tune-up and Brake Warranties Are Not What They Seem to BeA basic tune-up only provide a warranty for the spark plugs. On the other hand a basic life-time warranty brake job only covers the 15.00 brake pads. -
4 Possible Reasons Why Your Car is Overheating This SummerHere are four possible reasons why your car is overheating. This summer could be a hot one! So make sure your cooling system is working properly.
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A Cooling System Flush or a Radiator Drain and FillYour decision will be either a flush and fill or just a radiator drain and fill only and your decision to keep the car another year or so will help you make the right choice.
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Brake Replacement Tips for Your Automotive BrakesYour Brake shims can slip and cause some very bad brake noise. Try to buy the pads with the shims already rivited to the pad. -
Auto Repair Shops Gone Wild - a Race to Beat the Other ShopAuto Repair technicians are in a race to beat the other shop in sales. Technicians are somtimes promised added frings benefits if they transfer to another shop.
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The Auto Repair Shop and the Automotive Tools Used - Part OneThe tools that are required to fix cars are very expensive. The technician needs to have these to do their jobs more efficiently. -
Where Can I Get a Four Cylinder Car Tuned Up for Only $5.99?The real cost and time involved to perform a tune-up and an oil change on a four cylinder tune-up is unbelievable! -
Is it Really Necessary to Change Out My Timing Belt?Car manufacturers recommend replacing your timing belt every 60 to 90 thousand miles.
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Here Are Some Simple Tests You Can Do when Your Car Won't StartThere is nothing more frustrating then having your car not start when you need it to.
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What a Fuel Injection Cleaning Service is & if it's Really NeededExcess carbon builds up inside your intake manifold and around your throttle plates causing bad engine performance.
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Rebuilding the Computer Command Controlled CarburetorThis procedure required specialized training. It was also very costly and time consuming. -
Tips and Advice For Purchasing a New or Used CarCar repairs on a newly purchased used car is almost mandatory. The savings from having to buy a new one almost equals the savings. -
The Importance of Changing the Gas Filter on Your CarGas filters are the most forgotten about filter to replace. -
Is Your Car Road Ready? - How Your Road Trip Can Turn into a Nightmare!Have you ever thought what it would be like if all of a sudden your car just died in an unknown place?
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How to Know When Your Brakes Are BadBrakes can either be very expensive to replace or they may just need a minor adjustment. Read on to find out more.
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Could My Check Engine Light Mean I Need a Tuneup?There are several reasons why your service engine soon or check engine light is coming on.
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The Automotive Cooling System Explained - Get Ready for the Summer HeatYour cooling system plays a very important role in the summer months. -
When Should I Get My Car Tuned Up?Have you ever wondered when it was time to tune up your car?
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How to Locate a Repair Shop and Save Money on Your Auto RepairsSaving money on your auto repairs is a must.
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Can I Fix "Check Engine Light" by My Self?Save diagnostic repair time and fix that pesky check engine light yourself.
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A Must Read Article on Dishonest Auto Repair Shops!Find out what is going on inside these auto repair shops. -
Why Does My Car Run Poorly Only in Rainy Weather?Here are some reasons why your car runs bad when there is moisture in the air. Does yor car stumble and miss out while trying to accelerate?
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How Would I Know If My Car Needs a Tune Up?Find out if a tuneup will fix your vehicle. Listed here are the most common problems for determining if your car needs tuned-up or not.
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Tune Ups and the Ignition System ExplainedYour ignition system needs to be tested for corrosion, moisture, and rust on a regular basis. Is it time to have your secondary ignition replaced?
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What is a Brake Job and What is that Brake Noise I Am HearingThis is some very important brake repair information you need when it comes to your car brakes. Don't wait to long!
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How to Tell If Your Car Needs a Tune-UpDo cars need tune-ups? Does my car need a tune-up? When does a car need a tune-up? I would like to explore these questions in detail and try to answer them for you.
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Tips for What to Do when Your Check Engine Light Comes OnYour check engine light and what it means to you the car driver. It could be a simple fix or something drastic! Here are some simple tips to remember while you are driving down the road.
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What it Takes to Be an Automotive Technician TodayWhat does it take to be an automotive technician today? This seems to be one of the questions asked in todays automotive world.Here are a few tips to get you going down the road to success.
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Women and Auto Repair ShopsDon't become a victim! Read my tips and advice.
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Auto Repair Tips And Advice 101The more you know about your car the less likely you will be taken advantage of.
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What Does It Take To Start A Car?Have you ever wondered what prevents a car from starting?
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What it Takes to Beome a Successful Auto MechanicFrom the time I was 18 I knew I wanted to "turn wrenches."