Auto 2024, September

The main goal of the used car recycling program is to support the Russian car market and renew the car fleet operated by the country's population. By joining the program, car owners, instead of an old car, receive a discount of 50 thousand rubles for purchasing a new one made in Russia

The number of old cars in our country is increasing every year. In this regard, the Government has developed a bill, which established the procedure for the disposal of such machines. In accordance with it, each owner who handed over a car produced before 1999 has the right to receive a certificate for 50 thousand rubles, which can be used to buy a new car from the approved list

During the off-season, when drivers change tires for winter or summer, the question arises of what to do with the tires. If they can still serve, it is necessary to find a place for storage, and the waste should be disposed of in a civilized way

It is difficult to imagine a trip by car in which there would be no drive installed, which gives the opportunity to enjoy listening to melodic songs, soulful tunes or even watching exciting films. But over time, a previously working properly drive may start to "

Usually, the need to repair the stove arises with the onset of the cold season. On a cool autumn morning, you turn on the heater, but the long-awaited warmth is gone. At the same time, one does not always want to go to a car service, and there may not be any free money

Currently, the market for car accessories is huge, car owners can choose any product for their car, depending on their needs and capabilities. But how to navigate among such an assortment? For example, when choosing an engine oil, the question may arise, which one is best for a car?

At a car service or in a car repair shop, the replacement of the VAZ-2109 radiator is carried out with the removal of the engine from the car. But in conditions where there is no suitable lift, you have to use another method, which is more convenient from the point of view of the car owner, who prefers to repair the car on his own

When problems with the battery begin in the car, you cannot hesitate. After all, the consequences can be sad - at the most crucial moment, the engine will not start. Thus, a situation will be created that is dangerous both for the driver of a faulty car and for other road users

"Niva" remains the most popular SUV in the countries of the former USSR. But the high loads that the car is subjected to on rough terrain can "lead" the body and then the operation of the car will be difficult. In order to prevent this from happening, it is better to strengthen it by giving the body more rigidity

The battery, along with the vehicle, requires proper maintenance. It needs periodic care and inspection. It won't take long, but it will help to extend its lifespan. Instructions Step 1 Try to periodically wipe the battery with a dry cloth and inspect the outside for electrolyte leaks from inside the tank

With the arrival of cold weather, starting a frozen engine in the morning becomes a big problem for car owners. This problem usually results in wasted time, which can make the whole day go down the drain. Therefore, every car owner should know several simple ways to start a cold engine

Kia Spectra is a very good and reliable car. However, even he sooner or later requires the replacement of some spare parts. An example would be replacing a light bulb in headlights. The procedure is not very complicated, so you can do it yourself

Xenon is one of the most powerful light sources today. Other advantages of this type of lamp include a long service life and high vibration resistance. In most cases, a car owner who wants to install a xenon light kit on his car turns to a car service specialist for help

To install a xenon light on a Ford, choose the most attractive set of bulbs for you. For a bluish color, focus on a color temperature of 6000 K. For brighter light and closer to white, choose 5000 K. Pure white has a color temperature of 4300 K and shines a little brighter than 5000

Although malfunctions of the exhaust system do not affect the vehicle's ability to operate, the roar of the engine due to a burnt out muffler greatly reduces the comfort of using the machine and negatively affects those around it. The exhaust system of the car VAZ-2109 consists of three parts - a receiving pipe, a resonator and a muffler

There are several reasons for removing paint from the surface of a car body. So it may be necessary to repaint the car, which cannot be done without removing the old paint. Accidental contamination of the body with foreign substances, including paint, can also be a cause for concern

If too much paint is applied to the surface of the car body, it may drip. The varnish must be applied in an amount that can hold the coating itself. And of course, you should not apply the varnish in one dense layer, as this also contributes to the formation of drips, but otherwise, the paint will lie unevenly

Collapsible shock absorbers are produced by some manufacturers such as Kayaba, Tokico and others. The big advantage of a collapsible rack is that the cost of repairing this unit is less than just replacing it. Necessary - keys set

Ford vehicles are reliable and popular with Russian drivers. But even the most reliable technique ever breaks down. The radio tape recorder installed on a Ford car is no exception. You can go to the service and spend a decent amount. Or you can remove the radio tape recorder yourself

Any car has a huge number of different types of noise sources. In business class cars, great attention is paid to noise insulation. In cars that are mainly focused on the middle class, noise protection is not always enough. Sound insulation means damping the noise of the transmission and the engine, as well as reducing the vibration of the metal parts of the car when driving, which is achieved by gluing various materials to the body parts

As most domestic motorists should be aware, cars that came off the VAZ factory conveyors require a number of significant improvements. In particular, this applies to the sound insulation of the car interior. Factory insulation of VAZ cars significantly impairs driving pleasure, since it practically does not protect the interior from external street noise

Twice a year, any motorist in Russia is faced with the problem of changing tires. It is associated with seasonal changes in the weather. Some people opt for universal, all-season tires. All-season rubber has more disadvantages than positive qualities

Clicks when the steering wheel is turned in the area of the front wheel struts is the first sign of wear on the thrust bearings. This malfunction must be eliminated as soon as possible, otherwise there is a high probability of failure of a part of the swing support mechanism

The need to remove the bumper arises, as a rule, when it is damaged for subsequent repair. Those who want to save time and energy turn to specialists. Those who want to save money and learn how to repair their iron friend on their own try to do it on their own

In this era of front-wheel drive vehicles, the issue of correct front wheel replacement is becoming more and more urgent. And if you do not want to get into an unpredictable road situation, then this should be taken care of in advance, at the first signs of wheel wear

If you feel that your car has begun to tilt to the side, there is an outside noise from the side of the wheel, the car is "wobbling", try to park at the edge of the road and stop your vehicle. If, upon a quick inspection, you see that a flat tire is the cause of the strange behavior of your car, you will need to replace it

It is necessary to wash a car in winter in our climate only at special car washes. Since a liquid frozen somewhere can lead to the destruction of the material in this place or its corrosion. The main thing at a car wash is to ensure that your car is cleaned correctly

There are cars whose headlight washers are made in such a way that their sensors are triggered when there is no rain or dirt. Accordingly, the excess fluid consumption, sometimes quite significant, by the way, is also not entirely "useful"

The safety of the driver and passengers of a car largely depends on high-quality road lighting and a good view. This will not be possible if there is dirt on the windshield or headlights. To remove it while driving, glass and headlight washers are intended

There are no trifles for the one who strives to keep his car in good condition. The choice of spare parts and accessories for the car is very important, because the safety of the car and its appearance depend on it. However, not all motorists know how to select or use a particular part correctly

Most modern cars have headlight washers. This is a very handy device that allows you to clean the headlights from adhering dirt without leaving the car. However, the washers can break. In this case, you must immediately install new washers. To do this, you need to remove the old devices

A puncture of a wheel is the most annoying nuisance that can happen along the way. It's good if there is a spare tire. But a damaged camera will still need to be repaired someday. How to find the puncture site? Necessary container with water or saturated soap solution Instructions Step 1 Only yesterday they pumped up the wheel, but today it has deflated again?

It would seem that such an operation as replacing a car wheel does not imply difficulties. But in reality, some newbies are still lost. Detailed instructions on how to change a wheel without assistance. Necessary -spare wheel

A halogen light bulb is filled with a gas that conducts heat much better than a vacuum. For this reason, her balloon is heated to a high temperature. If it is contaminated with grease, the glass may soften and break. Instructions Step 1 Choose the right replacement lamp to replace a burned out lamp

During operation, some malfunctions may occur in a car battery: oxidation of the lead pins, leakage of electrolyte, rapid self-discharge, short circuit, etc. In this case, it is necessary to replace the faulty battery with a new one, and disassemble the old one

You can remove the battery (accumulator) and replace it in a Ford Mondeo car yourself. To do this, it is necessary to remove the terminals, disconnect the fuse holder, remove the electrically conductive plate, and then remove the battery from the engine compartment of the car by unscrewing the corresponding bolts

The Ford Focus is equipped with a lockable bonnet. The opening procedure is somewhat original and difficult in the absence of initial information. In addition, the bonnet lock often breaks, and in this case, you should know how to act in such a situation

You don't have to remove the battery cover often. As a rule, this is necessary when carrying out technical work on the battery, so first it must be dismantled. The battery is removed from the vehicle for two main reasons - to recharge it and to replace it

A caring owner constantly monitors the condition of his iron horse and fixes all problems on time. For example, over time, the interior of a car may become unusable (this is especially true for inexpensive cars in which the interiors are upholstered in cheap fabric)

Sometimes car owners think about changing the interior of the cabin of their iron horse. They usually start with upholstering the seats. Fitting a car seat is a rather painstaking and complex process that requires partial or complete disassembly of the car