Auto Tips 2024, September

Tinting is the easiest and most effective way to make your car beautiful, stylish and graceful. In addition, it performs a number of useful functions, for example, it protects the interior from prying eyes, prevents the sun from falling on the upholstery of the seats, and most importantly, protects the driver's eyes from bright light to a small extent

If stored improperly, car tires can lose not only their appearance, but also their plasticity, which in turn affects road safety. To avoid this, you need to know the rules for storing tires. Instructions Step 1 Choose a place to store your tires

The car is a very convenient and comfortable means of transportation around the city. However, it also requires timely care and maintenance. For example, after a certain period of operation, many VAZ cars begin to start with difficulty and it is bad to keep idling speed

When an abnormal air leak occurs on engines with electronic fuel injection, idle floatation may occur. This leads to the fact that the engine speed increases with a frequency of about 3 seconds. This situation arises for various reasons. In diesel and carburetor engines, the reasons for idling floating are somewhat different

Always remember that by disregarding a malfunction in the car, you, as a rule, contribute to the total wear and tear and destruction of its parts. This can ultimately lead to costly repairs. Fault detection Even if you do not understand too deeply the internal structure of the mechanisms of your car, it is in your power to ensure their smooth operation

Clogging of the idle speed sensor channel is the reason for the decrease in the free travel of the rod of this sensor. And this, in turn, becomes the cause of unstable idle speed, a slow decrease in speed with a sharp drop in gas, a sharp decrease in speed when the air conditioner is turned on, a slow set of revolutions by the engine

The Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) in many vehicles is located opposite the throttle control lever. The purpose of this sensor is to determine if the damper is closed or not, and at what angle. TPS transmits information to the engine control unit, which, based on this data, controls the operation of the injectors

Gas tank leaky? Often, if, moreover, you have a foreign-made car, it can be very difficult to find a replacement quickly. As a rule, foreign cars are not allowed to be of the same type. We need repairs, at least temporary. How to solder a gas tank?

You can pay for fuel at filling stations not only in cash, but also with a plastic card. But, unfortunately, not everyone knows how to refuel their car in this way. It is necessary - bank or fuel plastic card. Instructions Step 1 Remember, in order to save your time at refueling, pay for gas with a bank or fuel card

Many car owners fill up with gas automatically without hesitation. However, not all drivers are experienced, there are also beginners who immediately have questions: when to refuel, where is the best place to refuel your car, how to do it correctly?

In early September, a third of independent gas stations announced that they were at risk of closing in the very near future. Car enthusiasts are not delighted with this news and are wondering about the reasons for what is happening. The news that rocked the entire metropolitan area concerns gasoline prices

Buying or selling a car is always an exciting and troublesome event. If you decide to buy or sell a car, there are a few things you should consider. Here it is important not to sell too cheap and not to miscalculate. Follow these guidelines to avoid darkening the deal and making buying and selling a car a headache

Many scooter accidents are caused by inexperienced novice drivers. Considering that the scooter is the most popular form of transport among young people, this situation is not surprising. Therefore, it is necessary to learn how to manage a scooter as best as possible, especially since, unlike a car, a scooter does not in any way protect its owner from injuries in an accident

In a modern city, it is difficult to do without personal transport, because with today's pace of life, it is important to save time. However, the presence of a large congestion of cars on the roads leads to the opposite result. This is why Europeans are switching to scooters en masse

According to Russian law, two- and three-wheeled vehicles with an engine capacity of up to 50 cm3 and a maximum speed of up to 50 km / h are called mopeds, while all other two- and three-wheeled vehicles weighing up to 400 kg are considered motorcycles

Scooters and mopeds are one of the most popular summer modes of transport for young people. The cost of such equipment depends on the power, engine size, size and manufacturer. Scooters, mopeds and motorcycles are the most popular summer mode of transport in the city

Today, one of the most dynamic and fairly budgetary types of personal transport is a scooter. Scooters from various manufacturing countries are supplied to Russia, but Chinese models are the most affordable. Despite the fact that things made in China are considered not to be of the highest quality, China makes quite a few comfortable and powerful scooters (primarily for domestic trade, since half of the country travels on scooters and motorbikes)

A spark plug is a structural part of a car that is responsible for igniting the fuel-air mixture. Poor performance of this part due to carbon deposits and other reasons may cause uneven engine operation. So, what determines the correct operation of the spark plugs and how often they need to be changed

Engine additives are all sorts of substances that increase the performance of an automobile engine. Car dealerships today offer a wide range of these types of products. However, their choice should be taken with caution, since thoughtless use of additives can lead to damage to the power unit

The question of how often the oil in a car engine needs to be changed, and how to determine when it needs to be done, is asked by every motorist at the service station. In fact, some types of oils can last a long time without replacing them

There are people who have been using the same car for decades. In particular, this is the older generation, famous for its conservatism. And there are those who change the car every few months. However, according to statistics, the average car owner in Europe changes the car every 2-3 years, in Russia - every 5 years

The cause of a huge number of accidents and road traffic accidents is the untimely replacement of worn-out tires by motorists. Therefore, if you become the owner of a car, you must clearly adhere to the rule: if the rubber is “bald”, it must be replaced with a new one

With the onset of winter, many drivers have a need to "change" their car from summer tires to winter tires. During the cold season, summer tires are sent for storage, and in order for them to survive until the next season, you should follow a few simple rules that will help preserve the properties and quality of rubber for a long time

Even a small difference in pressure in the tires of the wheels entails a number of consequences associated with: deterioration of vehicle handling while driving, increased fuel consumption, with increased wear of the tire tread. It is necessary - pressure gauge, - compressor or pump

Checking the wear and tear of car tires is one of the most important measures in car care. Timely inspection of the condition of tires will help to avoid accidents on the road, unnecessary expenses, and even save your life and the lives of your passengers

The reason for checking the operation of the turbocharger may be a drop in thrust or an extraneous whistle emitted by the turbine. Experienced drivers have their own professional signs for checking the unit, but it is still better to use special service devices

Almost all modern diesel engines are equipped with turbines. Naturally aspirated diesel (naturally aspirated) is a rarity these days. Therefore, the happy owners of diesel cars periodically face the question: how to repair it on their own? For any repair, diagnostics or cleaning of the turbine, it must be disassembled

It is rather unpleasant to find that the oil began to decrease rapidly. To normalize the consumption of engine oil, it is necessary to identify the cause of its rapid decrease and take urgent measures to eliminate it. It is necessary - oil gauge - oil filter - sealant - oil seals - lithol Instructions Step 1 When choosing an oil, take into account all the requirements and recommendations of the car manufacturer

Oil is a consumable material. But its consumption must fit within reasonable normalized limits. If it exceeds the norm, there is cause for concern. The first step is to determine the cause of the increased consumption. The new engine of a modern car is able to pass the entire allotted period without adding oil, from replacement to replacement of all oil

Many motorists have a need to connect various electrical devices to the on-board network. Among them are a mobile phone charger, vacuum cleaner, TV, laptop. The situation is not difficult if the connected device is designed to be powered from the on-board network

The process of buying a car is troublesome, especially if it is buying a used car. You need to flip through a lot of newspapers, visit various Internet resources and visit all the automotive markets. And when the car you like has already been found, and the condition is excellent, and the mileage is low, it is very important to check the car for legal purity

A frequent problem for a motorist is driving a vehicle to the side. Driving away from a straight line means that while driving, the driver has to constantly use the steering wheel to align the trajectory. The reason for this movement is the difference in forces that act on the left and right sides of the vehicle

Body polishing removes minor defects in the form of scratches, gives the car shine. However, the wrong choice of polish can destroy the paint and varnish coating, which is especially important for a new car. In the first couple of months after purchasing a car, it is generally not recommended to polish the body

The presence of an unpaid fine for any violation of traffic rules can significantly complicate the life of the car owner. Therefore, it is better to pay them on time. How can a resident of Izhevsk find out if he has unpaid fines from the traffic police?

There are situations when you need to establish the identity of the owner of the car. Usually, such a need arises in the event of an accident, if one of the participants left the scene of the accident, or when buying a car. To do this, you need a car registration number

The scooter and moped are two-wheeled vehicles that have gained popularity for their ease of use, economy and mobility. But if you have to choose how to determine which is better - a moped or a scooter? Features of a conventional moped The classic moped is most like a symbiosis of a motorcycle and a bicycle

The body number or VIN is a unique code for the vehicle. Such a code is assigned at the birth of the vehicle and, thanks to it, you can find out the complete history of the vehicle. Instructions Step 1 Determine the location of the body number

The world-famous logo of the Mercedes car in the form of a three-pointed star enclosed in a circle does not have an unambiguous history of origin and a meaning that is understandable to everyone. This was the reason for the emergence of several versions at once, among which there are both quite pragmatic and romantic ones

Modern life can hardly be imagined without transportation. With its help we can travel, make purchases, ride for pleasure. Sooner or later, everyone thinks about purchasing their own personal transport. Buying a car is not a problem, but a driver's license is required to drive it legally

According to the state standard of the Russian Federation, license plates of cars can be painted in one of five colors: white, yellow, red, blue and black. Black numbers are the least rare on city streets. White text on a black background of the vehicle registration number, which has the format "