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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
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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
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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?
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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
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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?
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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A differential is a device that divides the torque of the input shaft between the axle shafts, regulates the speed of rotation of the wheels. At the moment of turning, the outer wheel travels an arc longer than the inner one, therefore the turn occurs with slipping
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Unstable engine operation in VAZ cars can be associated with a violation of the formation of pulses of the ignition switch. Therefore, you should check this device as often as possible. Instructions Step 1 Remember that a full test of the characteristics of the ignition switch must be carried out exclusively on the equipment designed for this and using an oscilloscope
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Often in winter, before leaving the open parking lot, the owners of the VAZ 2110 have to warm up their car. And this is an additional consumption of gasoline and a waste of time. To avoid such losses, try insulating the car engine. It is necessary Special heat insulator - tiviplen or sound insulator - isoflex, foam rubber, felt, wire, glue, scissors
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A relatively new model of Datsun On-Do cars has gained wide publicity. The car is declared as a Japanese foreign car, but many believe that this is the development of AvtoVAZ. In fact, Datsun is just a Japanese brand. Datsun is owned by Nissan and produces low-budget cars
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The release of the Lada Xray crossover has been eagerly awaited since 2011. Finally, it became known that the new AvtoVAZ product will be launched on the assembly line at the end of 2015. What awaits the Russians? Have Russian manufacturers finally learned how to make high-quality and stylish cars?
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Dual engine hybrids have a number of disadvantages that can be problematic. Hybrid cars are a fairly new technology, praised for their low emissions, improved fuel efficiency and small, efficient design. However, buying a hybrid vehicle is a significant investment, and it is important to understand the potential problems and disadvantages associated with owning a hybrid vehicle
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Suzuki Motor Corporation is a Japanese company with more than a century of history, which is mainly engaged in the production of cars and motorcycles in factories both in Japan and abroad. In 2007, the company entered into an agreement with the administration of St
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Car covers are a must-have for your car. They not only decorate the interior, but also reliably protect the upholstery from dirt and fading. But after a couple of years, the covers lose their original color. If you don't feel like buying new ones, you can try updating these
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The legendary car brand Mercedes 500 is one of the few that have undergone a series of restyling and are still popular. The first car of this model appeared shortly after the Second World War and was immediately recognized by a wide range of motorists
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Paid autobahns in Europe have long become commonplace, which no one is surprised at. Each country itself determines the cost and type of fare. Somewhere you have to pay at the entrance to the motorway, somewhere, on the contrary, at the exit, and some require a vignette glued to the windshield in advance
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Demo cars are used in showrooms for test drives or for personal use by dealership employees. Such cars often gain several thousand kilometers before being put up for sale. The seller may try to interest you with an offer to purchase a former demo vehicle
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Progress does not stand still, adapt or disappear - there is a single law for everything in the world and cars are no exception. What will 21st century cars look like in crowded metropolitan areas, global warming and oil shortages? An example for the role of the fuel of the future is hydrogen
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Until recently, the unknown brand Qoros has become a new page in the history of the Chinese automotive industry. The company was founded back in 2007 and is a kind of merger of manufacturers from two countries - China and Israel. The purpose of creating such an unusual union was not only to reach the European level, but also to create serious competition for global manufacturers, whose names have been known for centuries
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Sometimes, after buying a car, doubts arise … Is the mileage indicated correctly, whether there are hidden problems, and even whether the vehicle is stolen. It is worth taking some steps to calm yourself down and also avoid unpleasant consequences
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The high quality of modern car repair and painting makes it much more difficult to establish the fact of a car's participation in a road accident. It is possible to establish whether the car was a participant in an accident by a number of indirect signs
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Buying a car is a serious business, especially if the car is used. When selling, you will most likely only be told about its merits. And about such unpleasant things as an accident and replacement of parts, they prefer to remain silent. There are a lot of nuances that you should pay attention to when choosing a car from the aftermarket
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Very often, before buying a car, future owners want to know the history of the car. After all, this is the only way to understand whether there have been accidents, whether the car has undergone major repairs and painting. So that later in the process of operation there are no unpleasant surprises, and it is necessary to clarify the history
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In Russia, the number of used cars sold exceeds the number of new cars sold. If you decide to buy a used car, there is a real danger of buying a wrecked car, which will lead to various technical problems during the operation of this car in the future
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When you pick up a spray gun, then you have a completely logical question: how to hold it correctly? The spray gun should be exactly 90 degrees to the surface to be painted. The main thing is to observe this position when painting large parts
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Putty the body of your car yourself is not difficult. You just need to gain perseverance, show diligence and exactly follow all the recommendations described below. Let's talk about the main mistakes when puttying a car. What putties are Let's start with the fiberglass putty
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At some point, you began to hear unpleasant knocks in the suspension of your car. There can be many reasons for such sounds, and one of them is a failed anti-roll bar. This assembly ties the body and suspension together, preventing the vehicle from swaying when cornering, accelerating and braking
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A luxury car - this is how the Infinity QX50 can be described. A car with character, daring appearance and good driving characteristics. Although it cannot be called a completely new model. New generation The Infiniti QX50 is based on its predecessor, the EX model, which appeared on the automotive market back in 2007
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The tachograph is a highly effective vehicle safety enhancement tool that has shown positive results when introduced in the European Union. The time has come for the introduction of technical means of control in Russia. Definition of a tachograph and the purpose of its installation on a vehicle A modern digital (and there are no other modern ones) tachograph is an on-board vehicle device that continuously records and records the parameters and the route of moveme
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Chevrolet Cruze is a compact C-class car enjoying stable popularity in the Russian market. However, the model has both advantages and disadvantages. The Chevrolet Cruze is a typical representative of the C-class. For the first time the car was presented in 2008, and in the fall of 2009 its sales started on the Russian market
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Meetings of classmates are always something to remember. The meeting of two college friends back in 1924 was no exception. It was then in Stockholm that Gustaf Larson and Assar Gabrielsson decided to create a small car company, which today is known as Volvo
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The make and model of a car are far from identical concepts, as many believe. There are colossal differences between the two. One brand of car can have a lot of models. Big family Car brand is a basic concept. We can say that this is a trademark, a brand
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If you are looking for a budget crossover that will be practical not only in the city, but also will not fail on difficult country roads, take a look at the Chevrolet Niva. This model has a fairly compact size, four-wheel drive, good maneuverability
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When it's warm outside, a modern car starts quickly and easily. However, in the cold season, in winter, it is much more difficult to start a cooled engine. Sometimes you have to spend several hours on this, but you still cannot achieve the desired result