Auto 2024, September

Does your car look less attractive to you? It seems to you that something is missing in the appearance of the car, can I add something? Do you want your "iron horse" to be defiant, to look stylish? There are several ways to resolve these issues

Very often, car owners are faced with the need to replace the muffler. In most cars, the exhaust system is designed in such a way that it is usually not difficult to install a muffler, except for some points. To install the muffler yourself, use a flyover or inspection pit

The car muffler is an important element. Its main function is to muffle the noise that occurs during the operation of the exhaust system. The muffler also filters harmful gases generated during the combustion of fuel. Many owners of VAZ cars put forward flow instead of a standard muffler

Recently, the production of diesel vehicles has dropped sharply. The main reason for this was the price. Now diesel fuel costs almost as much as gasoline, so the owners of diesel engines decided to sell their car in order to buy a car with a gasoline engine

A moped, like any other technique, breaks down over time. And then the owner of the vehicle is faced with a choice: buy a new vehicle or repair the old one. It all depends on the nature and extent of the breakdown. If they are insignificant, then it makes sense to make repairs on your own

Traveling under the "brick" for a long time led only to a fine, moreover, a relatively small one: the offender was supposed to pay only 300 rubles. However, recently there have been amendments to the law, allowing traffic police inspectors in a number of cases to punish for such an offense by deprivation of rights

The main problem of the classic Zhiguli models is the ignition setting. Often from an incorrectly set ignition, the car stalls during the trip, the carburetor fires. In a word, this problem cannot be ignored. Therefore, it is necessary to be able to set the ignition on the classics

Too low, as well as too high an oil level, is very harmful to the car engine and can even damage it. To prevent this from happening, it is necessary to make it a rule to check the oil level at least once a month and without fail before an upcoming long trip

The automatic transmission oil level should be checked at least once a week. It only takes a couple of minutes to do this, however, this will help to avoid repairing the automatic transmission, because if you do not follow this, then due to leaks, the amount of oil decreases, which is unacceptable

A large number of Russians drive domestic cars. This is dictated by their low cost and ease of maintenance. However, there are also disadvantages. For example, many owners of Volga cars suffer from increased fuel consumption. How to reduce the consumption of the Volga?

The need to quickly remove all wheels from the car may arise when preparing the car for winter or when completely replacing all wheels. Of course, it is easier to replace the wheels one at a time, but if circumstances develop in such a way that you need to remove all wheels at the same time, proceed as follows

When, during a control inspection of the machine, uneven wear of the tire tread of the wheel is revealed, then, as a rule, there are at least two reasons for such a violation. The first is the difference in tire pressure. Second: the formation of a backlash in the wheel mountings

Not a single driver is insured against a fine, be it a beginner or a person with a long driving experience. New signs, delays, lack of parking spaces - all this can result in a picture in an envelope and a receipt for payment of a fine attached to it

It's unpleasant when the car battery runs out when you need to travel. This may be due to the operation of the internal equipment when the engine is not running, with contact closure, excessive voltage and some other factors. Necessary - automatic charger

The battery is one of the most important parts of a modern car. It is thanks to the battery that the car starts up and the starter turns, which starts the engine. In normal cases, the battery is charged by the operation of the generator. But a situation may happen that the battery is completely discharged and it will not be possible to start the engine

The boot, or dust cover, has an important function - it prevents the grease from washing out and protects the unit from dust and dirt. When the boot ruptures, sand gets into the protected unit, and it quickly breaks down. Therefore, it is very important to detect and replace torn anthers in time

Due to low quality gasoline and additives, carbon deposits form on the spark plugs, which interferes with normal sparking. The voltage can spark a spark between the inside of the electrode and the skirt. A mixture that does not burn properly due to a poor-quality spark contaminates the spark plug even more, greatly hampering the operation of the engine, causing "

Automotive spark plugs are needed to ignite the fuel-air mixture in the engine, that is, they perform a very important job. How do you service them? Necessary -petrol; - brush with steel bristles; -20% ammonium acetate solution

For the correct choice of candles at VAZ, find the products of a manufacturer that has an impeccable reputation in the world market. Candles of such brands as BOSCH, BRISK, CHAMPION, NGK, if it is not a fake, almost never fail. If there are doubts about the quality of the product, check the spark plug at a special stand and only then install it on the engine

It is possible to reduce the fit of the VAZ-2109 car if you use springs with an underestimation or variable pitch. But the simplest and cheapest option is to cut the standard springs. However, this method is not safe. The nine looks attractive, slightly planted

Oka, or VAZ-11113, our Russian passenger car, comfortable and almost all-terrain vehicle. Something like this is written in the instruction manual, and each of these definitions is debatable. How many articles have already been written, funny and not so, about little Oka

The role of motor oils is extremely important. Thanks to them, the products of pollution and oxidation are kept in suspension, they also provide the necessary cleanliness of engine parts and assemblies, significantly reduce the degree of their wear, remove excess heat and protect the metal from corrosion

As a child, every child dreams of riding a tractor. As they grow up, some people surpass their own desires and design their own models of this vehicle. When homemade agricultural machinery is assembled, it is necessary to go through the procedure for its state registration

All vehicles purchased are covered by a government warranty that protects consumer rights, a manufacturer's and dealer's warranty. All products sold, including cars, must have a certificate and compliance with the standards set by the Russian Federation

VAZ cars are very popular in Russia. It is due to its low cost and ease of maintenance. Almost all minor repairs can be done by hand, without resorting to the help of expensive service centers. For example, many motorists choose the VAZ 2110

A punctured wheel is not such a frequent occurrence, but it is always unpleasant. But do not rush to call the masters - you can replace the car wheel with your own hands. In order to replace a punctured wheel with a spare one, you will need:

It is not difficult to make plastic plugs for technical holes in the front doors of a car. They are a kind of protection from bad weather conditions. Of course, you can use the services of a car service, but you will spend a certain amount of money on this

Car enthusiasts are very sensitive to their cars: they take care of them, paint, even change the interior of the car. True, in the Zhiguli classics, interior tuning usually concerns the torpedo, steering wheel or front seats. The rear seats have been safely forgotten since the acquisition of a four-wheeled friend

If you need to remove the radiator, regardless of the reason that caused this need, start work only when you are sure that the car engine is completely cool. If you are confident that you can cope with this task on your own, adhere to all safety rules and follow a clear sequence of actions

As a rule, the question of disassembling a car arises when its parts wear out and the car needs periodic repairs. The situation is the same with the Audi A6. If you can't sell a car as a means of transportation, you should think about dismantling the iron horse

Removing a bumper on a car is not difficult. However, each machine model has its own nuances, knowing that you can carry out this procedure with less time. Necessary wrench, ruler Instructions Step 1 To remove the front bumper on the Audi 80, open the bonnet and detach the underbody protection from the engine compartment

Incorrectly adjusted headlights of a car are a real threat to traffic safety at night. They not only illumine the roadway poorly, but also "blind" drivers moving in the oncoming lane. This is especially true for cars with xenon headlights, which include the Lada Priora

Harmful substances are constantly concentrated inside the car, therefore, a cabin filter, which is located in the ventilation system, is designed to reduce their amount. This device protects the lungs of the driver and passengers, and also helps to reduce the ingress of contaminants and harmful substances into the radiator of the heater and air conditioner

Every car owner has to change the engine oil from time to time. The oil change scheme is usually spelled out in the vehicle operating instructions. You can perform this procedure yourself without going to a workshop. It is only important to follow the correct sequence of actions and be careful

If you hear a knock from the front wheel while driving, be aware: the ball joints are asking for replacement, at least the upper ones. The lower ones do not knock like that, but they should also be replaced. How to remove the ball? Instructions Step 1 It is required to remove the wheel

Ball joints are important parts of a car's suspension. They provide a pivot connection of the front suspension arms with a steering knuckle and transfer various types of loads from the wheels to the vehicle body when driving with simultaneous steering and vertical wheel travel

The AvtoVAZ classic has a front suspension system consisting of two levers. Replacing them is extremely rare, but they have to be removed quite often. The reason is the replacement of rubber-metal bushings. On cars that are called classics today, a suspension system of two levers - lower and upper - is used

Failure of the carburetor is a pronounced, rather long (up to 5 seconds or more) decrease in the acceleration of the car up to its slight deceleration, despite the fact that the throttle valves are fully open. The duration and degree of acceleration decrease determine the depth of the dip

During long-term operation of the car, all its parts wear out. This inevitably entails a violation of the regulation of the operation of all systems, including the engine power supply system. And if the engine on the car starts to work intermittently and stalls at idle, then it's time to adjust the carburetor

Cars such as the VAZ 2121 "Niva", which sometimes have to drive off-road, operating a car without crankcase protection can lead to very unfavorable consequences associated with financially costly engine repairs. Necessary 13 mm spanner, wrench 17 mm, crankcase protection