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link to Change the Oil Without a Jack

Change the Oil Without a Jack

For some reason most DIY car mechanics and those who do their own car work find themselves at some point in time that they would like to/ need to do an oil change but do not have a car jack. For me...

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link to Remove WD-40 From Brake Pads

Remove WD-40 From Brake Pads

Spraying WD-40 on brake rotors for some reason may have seemed like a good idea. Until you try driving the car or realize that WD-40 is a lubricant and you NEVER want to put lubricant on brake...

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link to Fix a Squeaking Belt (Old-Time Mechanic’s Trick)

Fix a Squeaking Belt (Old-Time Mechanic’s Trick)

There is little more annoying than starting your car and EVERY time you turn it on and roll out the driveway you alert the entire neighborhood that you are leaving home again because they hear the...

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link to Retrieve an Object from the Radiator or Reservoir (without removal)

Retrieve an Object from the Radiator or Reservoir (without removal)

I went to pour coolant into my radiator reservoir and dropped something in it! Help, how do I get it out? If this has happened to you, never fear, I am here to help share some ideas how you can get a...

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link to Radiator Fan Common Problems – When Should it be On?

Radiator Fan Common Problems – When Should it be On?

If your car is having trouble cooling and is running extra hot, it could be from a cooling fan not turning on at the right time. A car can also have difficulty warming up if the fan is running...

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link to Radiator Blocked? How to Quickly Test and Repair

Radiator Blocked? How to Quickly Test and Repair

I purchased a car one time, took it home and replaced all of the fluids like I usually do, and made the mistake of not inspecting the radiator fluid before I bought it. A radiator can develop...

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