Auto 2024, September
Pallets are a metal sheet fixed under the bottom of the car and are used on cars to protect the engine, give the body strength and rigidity. They are mainly installed under the crankcase. Pallets are made of steel, aluminum, composite materials, fiberglass
The operation of a car engine can be considered normal when it reaches its nominal temperature. But in the cold, it takes a lot of time and fuel to warm it up. To warm up faster and not dissipate heat into the environment, the engine must be insulated
The advantages of installing pre-heaters in the cold season are obvious: easy engine start, quick reaching of operating temperature, reduced wear and fuel consumption for warming up the car, and reduced emissions of toxic substances. Many people liked the first autonomous heaters developed by Webasto specialists, so the company name even became a household name - Webasto
The more expensive gasoline becomes, the more people who want to steal it directly from the gas tank of an unattended car. However, there are many ways to protect your property from intruders. Instructions Step 1 Most often, gasoline is drained from domestic cars, since most modern foreign cars have a complex gas tank structure, which simply does not allow you to put a hose in there and pump out gasoline
A turbine is a machine in which a drum, propeller or wheel is rotated by a jet of steam, gas or water and generates energy. The simplest turbines are water wheels and windmills. Water turbines are used in power plants. They are built near dams and waterfalls
Many motorists are faced with the problem of diesel fuel gelling in winter. This happens most often because you use summer diesel fuel or poor quality winter fuel. What to do in this case and how to prevent fuel freezing. Instructions Step 1 Diesel fuel has two temperature points:
The lightening of the connecting rods allows you to increase the acceleration of the car, reduce fuel consumption, finish off high engine speeds for a long time and reduce the pressure on the piston itself. So how do you lighten the connecting rod to achieve all of this?
The power of the motor and its stable operation are directly related to the condition of the piston rings. Therefore, timely replacement of these important elements will extend the engine life and, at least, restore its factory parameters. The task of the piston rings is to seal the piston itself during the compression stroke
A decrease in the economy of the car can occur due to the fact that there is an increased formation of carbon deposits in the cylinders and pistons of the engine. This leads to engine overheating, metallic knocking and many other unpleasant moments
The modern car owner is extremely interested in the long service life of his car, and this is directly related to the quality of the fuel. It is very difficult to independently determine the compliance of gasoline with standards - it is possible that special tests will be issued in the future
Fuels and lubricants are volatile chemical compounds containing sulfur and resins, which are converted to coke under the influence of temperature. And if the contaminants that have arisen on the outer surface of the engine can be cleaned without any problems with the help of chemical solvents, then decoking the engine from the inside is a rather difficult undertaking
Car engine repair is best left to professionals. This will save you a lot of trouble, at the same time, it will save you money and time. However, there are times when repairs should be done on your own. In this case, the main thing is not to violate the order of work
It is necessary to remove the starter yourself in such a way as not to damage either your health or the technical condition of the car. Ideally, in order to remove the starter, it is better to use the help of an assistant, and in the process use a lift
Classic models of the VAZ brand are very popular among motorists due to their low cost compared to other cars. The ease of maintenance also plays an important role. From the factory, the classics are produced with a sufficiently high ground clearance, which is not very convenient for driving within the city
The transformer allows you to increase the voltage due to the loss in current strength, or vice versa. In all cases, the law of conservation of energy applies, but some of it inevitably turns into heat. Therefore, the efficiency of the transformer, although usually close to unity, is less than it
Today, the alternative to gasoline is gas fuel for cars. It is cheaper and more environmentally friendly. Therefore, some car owners are trying to convert their cars to gas. Instructions Step 1 When converting a car to gas, do not dismantle the old fuel supply system
Choosing the right braking system is very important for vehicles with a dynamic driving style. Both disc and drum brakes can be installed on the rear wheels of the car, each of which has its own characteristics. Features of disc brakes The principle of operation of disc brakes is based on a two-way clamping of a rotating metal disc rigidly fixed to the wheel hub
ZIL 130 overtook foreign cars - this is not fiction, but reality. You just need to believe in miracles, and then they sometimes happen. Legend of the Soviet car industry The legendary ZIL 130 is a Soviet and Russian truck designed and manufactured by the Likhachev automobile plant in Moscow
For a long time, the Chinese automotive market lived with copies and analogues, but car manufacturers have grown noticeably stronger and now offer consumers all over the world their own competitive models. For example, Great Wall H3 New cars
Car theft has always been a profitable business for fraudsters. Sometimes even owners of expensive and elite cars cannot avoid car theft. By observing some rules, you can reduce the risk of theft. Instructions Step 1 Install a burglar alarm
Often, car enthusiasts have to change the candles in the car. This simple operation usually does not cause difficulties, and even more so does not force you to contact car services. However, to perform such a simple procedure, beginners still need a small theoretical base, having mastered which, they will increase the service life of their car
The braking system is installed on all typical vehicles. The importance of brakes is undeniable, because one of the stages of the driving process is a complete stop of the vehicle. A malfunctioning brake mechanism can lead to harmful and undesirable consequences
When buying a used car, you should pay close attention to the gearbox. By properly checking this most important part of the machine, you will protect yourself from possible troubles in the future. Instructions Step 1 Checking the manual transmission will not be difficult
Often the engine is called the heart of the car, and the carburetor is called its valve. Indeed, a lot depends on the correct carburetor setting. These are acceleration dynamics, fuel consumption and CO levels. Instructions Step 1 You must have a sufficient level of knowledge and skill to properly adjust the carburetor
Car enthusiasts who have switched from carburetor engines to the injector dislike the latter. After all, you cannot change the fuel jets of the carburetor at the injector, you cannot adjust the ignition timing. For these reasons, enmity arises
The modern industry produces maintenance-free batteries that require minimal maintenance from car owners. The accessory is quite reliable, with a longer service life compared to batteries produced in the recent past. In which it was constantly required to top up with distilled water, especially during operation in the hot season
An unexpected starter failure is an unpleasant surprise for any driver. No one can name motorists who enjoy pushing a car to start the engine. Therefore, the repair of the specified device is made without delay. Necessary - control lamp, - screwdriver, - spanners 10, 13 and 17 mm, - pliers
A starter is used for comfortable and remote start of the car engine. Therefore, its performance should always be at the optimal level. At the slightest notice in the operation of the device, it should be checked. The best way is at the stand
The capacitance of a capacitor depends on the distance between the plates, their area, as well as the relative permittivity of the medium located between them. It is inversely proportional to the first of these parameters and directly proportional to the other two
Oka is a very compact and economical city car. Old modifications have a significant disadvantage - the lack of a tachometer. This makes the driving process much more difficult for novice drivers. Therefore, it is best to install a tachometer in the Oka
It would seem that pumping up the wheel - what could be easier than such a procedure? Many amateurs and newbies think so until they get into the first skid due to uneven tire pressure. Also, many neglect safety measures, which very often leads to the pump tip falling out of the thread
Often, car enthusiasts are faced with such a situation when the car keys are slammed inside, for example, in the ignition lock, and the car enthusiast himself is outside. It's good if this incident happened near the house, where there is a second set of keys
The carburetor is part of the engine power system. In order to avoid serious consequences of improper installation of the carburetor, its installation should be carried out strictly following the order of work. Instructions Step 1 Open the hood and remove the old carburetor by first unscrewing the four nuts securing the intake manifold
Very unpleasant, but fortunately, a rare situation when you lose the keys to your car. This happens most often due to their own absent-mindedness or inattention. Unfortunately, no one is immune from this, including the owners of the Priora. Therefore, every owner of a domestic car should know how to open the doors of an iron horse with the help of improvised means
Minor car accidents significantly spoil not only the appearance of the car, but also the mood of its owner, because body work is sometimes not inferior in cost to work on repairing an internal combustion engine. That is why small dents should be repaired by yourself
On some cars, an error often occurs in the operation of the central locking. Due to changes in humidity, he can sometimes refuse to let the owner inside on a signal from the remote control. If there is no possibility to open the door with a key either (for example, due to changing keys and locks), then the car owner can only hack his own car
The auxiliary system of centralized locking of the locks allows you to open and close all the doors of the car at the same time. Such effective protection against theft can play a cruel joke on the car owner: the electronics will not work if the battery is discharged, and standard methods of forced door opening in this situation will be ineffective
To remove air from the hydraulic system of the brakes of cars of the VAZ family, it is impossible to cope alone. The principle of bleeding the hydraulic brake system is subject to strictly defined rules for any vehicle equipped with such brakes
The braking system of any car must be constantly in good condition. To prevent cracking and failure of the rubber front brake hoses, they should be lubricated with silicone grease and checked periodically. If there is any suspicion of a defect, they should be replaced immediately
Incorrect operation of the hydraulic clutch of the vehicle causes inefficiency in its operation. In this case, check the operation of the master cylinder. If it is damaged, fluid leaks from it, the part should be replaced. In addition, the correct bleeding of the clutch hydraulic drive plays an important (one might say the main) role