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One of the worst options when loosening a stuck nut is when an open-end wrench is used. In nine cases out of ten, these attempts lead to failures and complicate the further process. In the event of such complications during the repair of the machine, only spanners are used to overcome them
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Wherever the gas tank is installed in the car, there is always a risk of damage. If it is under the bottom, it can be damaged by impact or even a stone flying out from under the wheels. If the tank is installed in the luggage compartment, it can be damaged by corrosive processes resulting from moisture condensation
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A common problem in used cars is a crack or hole in the gas tank. It is not easy to ignore this defect, as gasoline will leak, but it is dangerous. There are several ways to seal the hole in the tank. Necessary - laundry soap
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To check if the rear shock absorbers are working properly, press down hard on the rear fender. If the shock absorber is in good working order, the body will return to its original position without swaying. If the body vibrates on the springs, then the shock absorber is defective and must be replaced
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The front and rear struts are the most important element of the car's suspension, which are responsible for the smoothness and softness of the movement. Currently, there are three types of racks: hydraulic, gas and mixed type, they are also collapsible and non-collapsible
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Unfortunately, not a single driver is immune from minor troubles on the road, as a result of which cracks may appear on the bumper of the car. This spoils not only the appearance of the car, but also the mood of its owner. To solve this problem, it is not at all necessary to contact a car service
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The snow and swamp-going vehicle is not exactly a car, but still, a means of transportation. And like any type of transport, the snow and swamp-going vehicle must be registered (in this case - in the state technical supervision). And this requires certification of the snow and swamp vehicle
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Russian citizens can purchase a snowmobile of well-known foreign manufacturers for personal use in two ways: buy it on their own while traveling abroad or contact a company specializing in the supply and sale of this type of vehicle in Russia
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The fundamental factor in the successful setup of a speaker system, including auto sound, is the correct selection of components. High-quality tuning of the projected auto sound is necessary to obtain exactly the sound that was planned during the design
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Neon lighting is very often used in modding buildings. Currently, there are many ways to install it in order to make your car more beautiful and extravagant. You can do all this yourself, and your car will have individuality and originality
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The clutch slave cylinder must be removed and replaced if fluid leaks or incomplete clutch disengagement occurs. All these problems are easily noticeable and quickly resolved. Instructions Step 1 Prepare a set of wrenches and a separate wrench for the nuts that secure the pipeline
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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