64 MECHANIC'S WAYS TO MAKE YOUR CAR LAST LONGER
Every 2 weeks or 3,shox torch 2,000 miles:
1. Check engine oil, transmission fluid and coolant.
Once a month or 1,000 miles:
2. Check tire pressure - with tire gauge.
3. Check transmission fluid.
4. Check brake fluid.
5. Wax car (to protect finish).
6. Check belts and hoses.
Every 3 months or 3,000 miles:
7. Change oil and oil filter (every 6 months or 3,000 miles).
8. Lubricate chassis.
9. Check transmission fluid.
10. Check all drive belts (fan belts) frayed or cracked belts.
Every 6 months or 6,000 miles:
11. Change oil and filter (every 6 months or 3,000 miles).
12. Inspect suspension.
13. Rotate tires.
Every 12 months or 12,000 miles:
14. Flush radiator, replace anti-freeze, check air conditioning
system.
15. Replace air filters.
16. Lubricate chassis.
Every 2 years or 24,000 miles.
17. Replace spark plugs (30,000 miles average suggested for
unleaded gas) and PC valve.
18. Change automatic transmission fluid, filter and pan gasket.
19. Inspect brake linings.
Every 3 years or 30,000 miles:
20. Check and test ignition wires (replace if needed).
21. Test cooling system and heating hoses (replace if needed).
22. Check drive belts (replace if needed).
23. Replace fluid in differential and manual transmission.
Every 50,000 miles.
24. Check brake shoes (replace if needed)
25. If you have a major repair to do, it's wise to get at least
3 estimates, if possible, before you decide.
26. Read and follow your car owner's manual - it's your car's
bible for making your car last longer.
27. Whether you are a man, woman,nike shox nz, boy or girl, learn to do some
routine maintenance on your car yourself. A multitude of books,
videos, magazines and classes are available at your local
library that will teach you for free if you don't know. Learn
how to check your own oil, transmission fluid, tire pressure and
coolant, etc.
28. If you find a good mechanic who you can trust, stick with him
even if his prices are a bit higher - all things being equal.
You'll always save time,nike shox torch ii white sliver, money and aggravation in the long run.
29. Don't race or gun your engine when you start it up.
Accelerate slowly and smoothly when your engine is cold.
30. Avoid burning rubber - it places excessive wear on the
transmission, rear end, not to mention your tires.
31. An international tire company estimated that 33% of all tires
on the road are under-inflated (low air). Under-inflated tires
wear out quicker and have a tendency to blow out easier.
32. A garaged car lasts longer. A car port is next best, and a
car cover is a distant third.
33. Avoid jackrabbit starts and stops. Stop and accelerate
gradually.
34. Avoid tailgating, tire squealing turns, flying over speed
bumps, pot holes and revving your engine.
35. When possible, avoid driving your car during rush hour stop
and go traffic periods.
36. Keep front-end aligned, for longer tire life and better gas
mileage.
37. Make sure you get promised repairs in writing including how
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