Auto 2024, September

Improper wheel balancing of a vehicle will reduce tire life and increase overall vibration. There is also significant wear on the steering and suspension. Therefore, wheel balancing should be performed regularly, in accordance with the recommendations specified in the vehicle's owner's manual

Removing the spring on the VAZ-2106 is done to replace it. Over time, the spring loses its flexibility, its work becomes less qualitative. Comfort decreases, and even extraneous sounds arise. Necessary - jack; - keys set; - ball joint puller

The rear beam stabilizer is installed on VAZ cars with front-wheel drive. This measure increases traction and reduces lateral roll. The stabilizer also helps to evenly distribute the load on the shock absorbers. Necessary Wrenches, screwdriver, pliers, jack or inspection hole, grinder, welding, ruler, soapy water, anti-corrosion agent

Suspension condition affects handling and comfort. And shock absorbers play an important role in the design of the car. Replacing broken shock absorbers with new ones will give you a completely different ride experience. Comfort and handling are two very important parameters of a car

Replacing struts is one of the most common headaches for Russian car owners. This is mainly due to the poor condition of domestic roads. If your suspension has long been in need of repair, and you don’t want to pay to the masters from the car service, then you need to think about the independent "

The bumper is the most vulnerable place in any car. Each driver hit the curb at least once, after which, of course, there was a need to go to a car service or to a friend's at a service station and leave the car for several days so that your bumper was repaired

What troubles do not lie in wait for drivers while driving on the roads. As statistics show, most accidents happen during traffic jams on city streets. The most common road traffic accidents in these conditions are car collisions, which often damage bumpers on cars

An unpleasant sweetish-sugary smell appears in the car if a coolant leak has occurred in the cooling system. This is the initial stage of the problem and is easy to deal with. But if the temperature sensor shows an ever higher degree, steam begins to flow through the radiator grill, and liquid drips from the radiator - definitely, you need to change the radiator

To stand out from the crowd, so that the car has only its own unique "face", many car owners tune their iron horses. And the changes do not always concern only the body. Also, innovations may affect the interior. And one of the favorite activities of car enthusiasts is interior upholstery

Excessive heating of the engine, or a weak set of temperature, indicates a malfunction of the thermostat. To be more precise, there is a breakdown in the thermosensitive element, which is jammed in the extreme position. The thermostat in the engine cooling system acts as a switch for the direction of movement of the coolant

As soon as the first frost sets in, for many forgetful motorists, the problem of defrosting the water in the windscreen washer tank becomes urgent. Not every car owner knows what to do in such a situation. Instructions Step 1 Drive the vehicle to a warm room

It would seem that it could be easier to choose a system that maintains the optimal air temperature in the cabin of your favorite car, given the variety of devices. Typically, motorists make a choice between climate control or air conditioning

During the operation of the car, sometimes unpleasant situations arise associated with a sudden stop of the engine. There are several reasons for such a malfunction. Among them: malfunctions of the fuel system, malfunction of electrical equipment, malfunction of the ignition system

Removing the wheel hub is necessary to replace a failed bearing and requires certain locksmith skills and special tools. During installation, the bearing does not require adjustment and installation work can be carried out independently. In order to remove the hub on a VAZ-2109, the car must be installed on a viewing pit or flat area, brake with a parking brake and set bars or wheel chocks under the rear wheels

Probably every driver who drives a VAZ car dreams of silence and comfort. The fact is that cars leave the factory with poor sound insulation. You can modify the factory oversights yourself. You just need to stock up on materials, time and patience

Window tinting is performed by all vehicle owners with pleasure. Tinting not only gives the car an elegant appearance, but also protects the interior from rapid heating, burnout, penetration of UV rays. If the windshield is tinted correctly, then glare can be excluded, and this, in turn, reduces the likelihood of an accident

The headlamp glass can crack from a pebble from under the wheels of a vehicle in front of it. Driving with a broken headlamp is very dangerous, and the traffic police inspector can issue a fine. Therefore, the glass must be replaced as soon as possible

Tinting film is considered one of the important parts of car tuning. It can significantly improve the impression of the car, create a sporty, aggressive image. However, if the film becomes unusable, it must be removed. You can handle this task yourself

A power of attorney for the right to dispose of a vehicle is a document that will allow you to drive and use a vehicle that does not belong to you in the absence of the owner, monitor the technical condition and maintain it in proper quality

Engine idling is more than necessary for the driver, especially when driving on city roads with a lot of traffic lights and pedestrian crossings. The inability not to jam the car during periods of short stops significantly complicates the movement

The hydraulic drive of the hand brake is an absolutely necessary modification of the brake system when installing disc rear brakes on a car. The hydraulic handbrake coordinates the actuation of both rear brakes and increases the active safety of the car

The average life of the car's candles is limited You can travel from 25 to 35 thousand km on one set (it all depends on the manufacturer). But the candles may become unusable even before the given mileage value. This is due to the carbon deposits that form on them

Every car owner wants the interior of his car to have a neat and stylish look. But what if you got a car, the owner of which was not very accurate? Do you really have to drive with old cigarette-burning old seats or spend a lot of money on their hauling in the cabin?

Considering the quality of Russian fuel sold at gas stations, timely replacement of a car's fuel filter is a must. However, in modern foreign cars it is not always possible to find this important element of the fuel system "on the fly"

Your car engine works as follows. When the ignition key is turned, the engine cranks over and a mixture of air and gasoline is fed into the combustion chamber. It is highly flammable by the spark generated by the spark plug. In freezing temperatures, air and gasoline cannot mix, which makes it difficult to start the engine

When the timing belt breaks, in the vast majority of cases, the piston strikes the valves, causing them to bend. The bent valves must be replaced, and to remove them, you will have to do a rather difficult job. Necessary - a set of socket and ring wrenches

Particular attention should be paid to the undercarriage of a personal car, as a malfunction in this area can lead to adverse consequences. You don't need to be a locksmith or auto mechanic to replace wheels. A little physical effort and a little time spent are the key to the successful completion of the task

Owners of KAMAZ vehicles sooner or later have many questions about installing a new engine. Dismantling and installation of the power plant is necessary for reasons of repair, failure. And the operation is complicated by the large weight of the unit

One of the costly items in a family's budget is the cost of a car. For a Russian, given the state of the roads and traffic jams, the question of how to save gasoline is far from idle. And taking into account our winter cold, fuel consumption increases markedly

The fuel preparation system in modern diesel engines has undergone significant changes under pressure from environmentalists. If on old engines, to start them, it was enough to turn it around with a starter, of course, if there was diesel fuel in the tank, then after the introduction of electronic control units, the start of diesel engines was significantly complicated

Shader graphics programs are used to implement object smoothing technology. They are available for modern non-integrated video adapters. Shader support is usually used in games after 2000 release. Necessary - Internet access. Instructions Step 1 To increase the performance of your computer's video adapter during a game, change the display settings for its elements, or for other purposes, go to the appearance settings menu

Capacitors are actively used in the automotive industry in high-tech electrical equipment. They are included in many components and mechanisms of the car, from the power plant control unit to the power supply circuits of the audio system. Instructions Step 1 Stable operation of the power supply is impossible without a capacitor

Every car enthusiast may notice that the car paint has become less shiny after some time. The reason for this is the large number of small scratches that make the surface of the paint layer matte. You can return your car to its previous appearance by polishing

Shagreen (irregularities and "orange peel" on the paint) can be removed by simple polishing. But in order not to scratch the car, polishing must be carried out correctly, observing all precautions. Necessary - sandpaper P2000

Everyone knows that polishing the car for the owner is as important as the technical condition. Watering your car gives your car a fresh look. Polishing is carried out in several stages. 1) Preparing the car Preparing the car for polishing consists of washing the car and keeping the temperature

Almost every motorist is faced with the problem of the appearance of dents on his car. With dents and scratches on the body, the car looks bad. Therefore, everyone is trying to get rid of dents. It is also worth noting that untimely elimination of the defect can lead to body corrosion

Some novice car enthusiasts are not always able to correctly choose the oil for their car, which is why the engine often breaks down. It is worthwhile to carefully study the brands and types of oils before making a purchase. Instructions Step 1 Ask the dealers from whom you buy the car for recommendations

Reflective stickers can help improve the safety of personal vehicles. They are used for marking heavy vehicles, uniforms of workers, repairing roads, and specialists of other professions. All road signs, signs, billboards are equipped with reflective stickers

To ensure trouble-free operation of the hydraulic cylinder, constant monitoring of the quality and quantity of its working fluid is required. The quality of the oil is checked by visual inspection, and the quantity is checked by measuring the level of the liquid in the reservoir

Before the arrival of winter, service station workers advise car owners to prepare their car for this harsh season. Changes in weather conditions can cause a number of breakdowns, and proper preparation of the vehicle will avoid this. Replacing rubber is the number one business Change your car by replacing summer tires with winter ones