Auto 2024, September

Replacing the radiator at the service station is carried out with the dismantling of the engine. However, the work can be done on your own with a little effort. Buy a new radiator, prepare the coolant and drain container. Necessary radiator, coolant, tool kit, drain container Instructions Step 1 Disconnect the negative wire from the battery terminal first

Implementing ideas that turn a budget car into a sports car, during which the car enthusiast reconstructs almost all the components and assemblies of his car: the engine is boosted, the gearbox is replaced, the brakes are changed and the suspension is strengthened

With the growing number of cars on the streets of the city, the desire to build your own, exclusive car is becoming quite common among motorists. Everyone wants to give individuality to their four-wheeled friend, favorably distinguishing him from the rest of the transport

Not only your safety at any time of the year depends on the correct choice of tires for VAZ. The right tires guarantee a long suspension life, which is not cheap to repair. The first thing to do when choosing a rubber is to choose its type according to the presence of a camera

The oil dipstick is a special device that allows you to find out the oil level in the power unit and assess the condition of this fluid. It is one of the simplest and at the same time effective ways to control the oil condition. Unfortunately, not everyone succeeds in using the probe correctly the first time

Brake fluid manufacturers offer a wide range of products. However, it can be quite difficult for the buyer to choose a product of the proper quality. To facilitate the purchase procedure, you need to pay attention to several main points. Instructions Step 1 When buying brake fluid, you should not rely on someone else's advice and recommendations

Motorists know firsthand about the existence of such a problem as loss of compression in the engine cylinders. The reasons for this can be completely different: the engine is incorrectly assembled, the teeth are torn off, the toothed belt is torn, the crankshaft starter is turning, and others

Almost every owner of a VAZ car faces the need to replace ball joints. The deplorable state of domestic roads makes its own adjustments to the car maintenance schedule. It is better to do the work yourself, in order to have complete confidence in the excellent quality of the repair

The reasons for removing the panel may vary. It can be as simple as changing the interior, or the need to fix a malfunction in your car, the cause of which is in the mechanism located in the dashboard. To do this, you will need to remove the panel in the vehicle for either replacement or repair

ABS is an anti-lock wheel system that allows you to steer the car under hard braking even on a slippery road. It consists of three components: sensors on wheels that record the speed, an electronic unit that processes information, and a modulator that changes the pressure in the brake system, which prevents the wheels from skidding

Technical expertise is usually carried out after an accident to assess the damage caused, when buying or selling a car, and in a number of other cases when there is a need to check the technical condition of the car, assess its value and the possibility of further operation

Spark plugs should be replaced during routine maintenance and various malfunctions that require the installation of new spark plugs. With proper functioning of the spark plugs, the engine will run more efficiently. Instructions Step 1 Stop engine and remove key from ignition

During the operation of the vehicle, the aluminum cooling radiator may lose its tightness. If a leakage of coolant was found from it, then it should be removed and repaired. When this fails, the radiator should be replaced. This operation is simple and available to perform independently

It is no secret that many cars that have barely rolled off the assembly line can justify the wishes of only the average potential car owner. Currently, quite a lot of car enthusiasts resort to various kinds of tuning of their cars. Almost every person who is engaged in car tuning, first of all, thinks about modernizing his salon

In cold and humid seasons, fogging up car windows is a real scourge. Poor visibility can lead to an accident, because at an important moment you will see only haze instead of reflection in the mirror. Established tools do not always help to cope with this problem

The engine of a modern car is a technically complex unit. Therefore, various unforeseen breakdowns can occur with it. To always be confident in your abilities when solving them, you should know the causes of possible malfunctions and methods for their elimination

The windshield of the car must transmit at least 75% of the light, and the side front windows - 70%. If you have toning, and these indicators do not meet the standards, then the dark film will have to be removed. Instructions Step 1 The simplest and easiest option is to visit a car service, where they will remove the tint film quickly enough

At the moment, almost all cars are equipped with anti-theft systems. The Black Bug alarm is one of the highest quality alarms. You can install it yourself by following some recommendations. Necessary - installation tools; - car alarm Black Bug

The sump guard is a sump-like element installed on the underside of the vehicle directly under the engine. The part is made of steel, less often of aluminum and carbon fiber. Instructions Step 1 Check the thickness of the protection

Most motorists are unlikely to dare to carry out body work on their own, paint their car. It is customary to entrust this difficult task to professionals. However, it is not so easy for an ordinary car owner to assess the quality of work and understand that a lot of money is not wasted

Before you try to reinstall the steering wheel from right to left on a Japanese car, it should be remembered that this is a technically rather complicated operation that will require a lot of money and time. Instructions Step 1 Before moving all the components vital for the car to the left side, make room for them on the left side of the engine compartment, moving, in turn, the components located there to the right

You can calculate monthly expenses for gasoline already at the stage of buying a car. After all, each car model has its own fuel consumption. But we cannot count on the reliability of these figures. Automakers are trying to underestimate the real figures for gas mileage

Comfort is very important when driving. It is achieved not only through the presence of comfortable and soft seats, but also thanks to the correctly selected steering wheel. Every car enthusiast can install it by himself. Necessary - pencil

The gearbox is an important element of the car, the nature of its operation determines how responsive the car will obey your orders, and how optimally the engine will work. The correct lubricants must be used to keep the transmission running smoothly

A broken bolt head can sometimes cause a huge number of problems for any car enthusiast or owner of another type of vehicle. As a result of exposure to corrosive media and the occurrence of metal fatigue, the bolt breaks inside the thread under the influence of shock loading or when loosening

To keep the transmission in working order, the oil that is poured into it must be changed periodically. Changing the transmission oil is a fairly simple process that you can do yourself. It should be carried out at the specified frequency, in accordance with the vehicle maintenance schedule

The malfunction of the constant velocity joint in cars with front-wheel drive to the drive wheels is determined quite simply. It is enough to turn the steering wheel as much as possible to the right or left side and start the car from the place

Parking radar allows the driver to park in difficult conditions: in bad weather or when there is a large congestion of cars. He promptly informs about the distance to the obstacle, which reduces the likelihood of damage to the car. Instructions Step 1 Stock up on the necessary tools to complete the installation

The safest for a car is the steering wheel (steering wheel), which was installed by the manufacturer. It has been developed specifically for a specific model and has been tested. However, there are many reasons why car enthusiasts are installing a new steering wheel

The engine of the car is its main mechanism. Even the root of this word indicates its immediate function: to set the machine in motion. Like any mechanisms and devices, it also sometimes requires repair. Necessary - keys with replaceable heads

After buying good speakers for your car, it's important to make your audio system sound like a harmonious orchestra. One way to do this is to install the speaker correctly. Necessary screwdrivers, drill or screwdriver with attachments, wire crimper, soldering iron, pliers Instructions Step 1 Prepare the necessary tools for the job

At the beginning of 2012, a new law came into force concerning the rules for passing a technical inspection of cars. The modern scheme is still not debugged, but the motorist should know the requirements imposed on him by the state. To get started, call the priority inspection points

Correctly configured bindings are the guarantor of a comfortable skiing or descent from a snow-covered mountain. However, you need to be able to customize these same mounts. The adjustment of the ski mounts is especially important. After all, without properly adjusting the bindings, you risk losing your skis halfway from the top of the descent to its foot

In winter, a lot of problems and stressful situations for drivers arise through the fault not only of poor-quality road surfaces or uncleaned highways, but also as a result of improper car care. An improper car wash in frost can lead to freezing of the locks, violation of the integrity of the paintwork and even damage to your beloved car

The additional rack that you have installed to carry the necessary cargo should be removed from time to time. Failure to do so will result in a darker color under the trunk, especially if you often leave it in the sun. The recommended frequency of removal of the trunk is every time as soon as the need for it has disappeared

While driving, a huge amount of trouble can await you. But the most common of these is damage to the wheel chamber. In the event of such a problem, you can change the wheel for a spare on the spot. This is usually done very quickly, since this unexpected situation can find you in a place where you cannot stop

Front suspension knocking can occur for a variety of reasons. To detect the source of malfunctions, it is necessary to visually inspect the bottom of the car, check the serviceability of the ball bearings, steering knuckles, etc. Instructions Step 1 The design of the front suspension is more complex than the rear one, because it is the first that takes the hits of "

The bulkhead of the main brake cylinder must be carried out by competent specialists, therefore, in the event of malfunctions, you yourself need to replace the cylinder only as an assembly. Instructions Step 1 Prepare a special wrench that is designed for brake lines, a set of wrenches of various diameters and pliers

Lamps in headlights burn out, as a rule, at the most inopportune moment. Therefore, make sure in advance that there is always a set of keys, screwdrivers and pliers in the car. Carrying such a set all the time is easier than driving to your home or service in the dark with the headlight inoperative

A smooth ride on a car depends a lot on the gearbox. In addition, it can become the final frontier in the event of a brake failure. Skillful use of the gearbox in difficult and difficult conditions, for example, in icy conditions or driving on heavy ground, enables the car to successfully cope with them