Auto 2024, November

Engine oil reduces frictional losses of engine power, reduces wear of rubbing parts, cools their surfaces and removes wear products. Therefore, during the operation of the car, it is gradually contaminated with carbon deposits, dust and metal particles

To flank the wheel is not as difficult as it seems. You do not need to carry the wheel to the tire service, you can do all the work yourself. There are some simple rules. Instructions Step 1 Hang up the wheel first. To do this, you can substitute sticks under the pendulum

Almost any motorist sooner or later comes to the conclusion that it is necessary to make changes to his car. This is often caused by some kind of breakdown. For example, the speedometer or some part of the panel is broken. You can replace it yourself, but you need to dismantle the panel

Checking the brake fluid level is essential to ensure trouble-free operation of the vehicle's braking system. To check the liquid level, there are marks on the surface of the tank showing the maximum and minimum values. Lack of brake fluid can lead to an emergency on the road, which directly threatens the life and health of the driver, passengers and pedestrians

In the cold season, one of the most popular devices in the car interior is the stove. How to keep it in working order? Necessary -compressor for tire inflation; -suitable wrenches and screwdrivers. Instructions Step 1 For the stove to work well, do not forget to change the dust filter, because during the season a lot of dust has time to accumulate in it

In the modern world, the crime rate is growing. No matter what law enforcement officers do, car theft is becoming more and more popular. This is the easiest way to earn money for criminals who take not only valuable things from the car, but also wheels, wipers and radio tape recorders

Not a single engine is insured against overheating, and a column of steam from under the hood of a car can be a sign of serious expenses for repairs. How can you avoid them? Necessary -cooling liquid or pure water; - towing vehicle or tow truck

Constant velocity joints are a virtually perpetual knot in a car. But only one rubber boot protects it, which is affected by water and heat from the asphalt. Therefore, it falls into disrepair and becomes covered with cracks. Necessary - jack

When the battery is operating, oxyhydrogen gas is formed. That is why it is impossible to inspect it by illuminating it with open fire. Any battery should be checked once a month. In this case, you need to maintain a certain level of electrolyte

Unforeseen situations happen to every motorist. One of the most unpleasant is when the car keys are left in the passenger compartment, and the doors are closed. How do you open the door with as little harm as possible to your four-wheeled friend?

The main systems that ensure the safety of driving while driving are the steering gear and brakes. The maximum permissible wear of the hinges or brake pads is often the cause of road accidents. Necessary - wrenches 13 and 17 mm, - jack, - "

Domestic roads are our second most important problem, according to the classics. But for a car, the quality of the road is the first condition for its normal and long-term operation. To adapt it to our realities (especially a foreign car), you need to increase its ground clearance, i

TOYOTA engines are removed with the gearbox down. Use a crane or hoist with sufficient lifting capacity to remove the power unit. Also prepare a separate lift for hanging the front of the vehicle. Install the engine together with an assistant

Carburetor rework is a performance modification procedure. The refinement allows solving such problems as: improving the mixture formation process, which leads to a more complete combustion of fuel; increasing the efficiency of the engine in a different range of operating modes

Shock absorbers work when driving on uneven roads. They soften all shock to the suspension, making the ride comfortable and safe. Unfortunately, shock absorbers are not permanent, they need to be changed from time to time. Necessary - jack

Good sound insulation distinguishes more expensive cars from mass-produced cars. It is heavy and, in part, because of this, expensive cars weigh more. You can improve the sound insulation in the car with your own hands, it all depends only on the strength of desire and financial capabilities

In connection with the entry into force of the new law of September 23, 2010 on increasing the fine to 500 rubles for tinted glass of a car that violates GOST, it may be necessary to remove the tint film so as not to pay increased fines. The measurement of light transmission in accordance with GOST is subject to windshield and side front windows

Few people know that the bicycle is the most popular vehicle in the world. Today, the world's inhabitants have more than a billion bicycles at their disposal. He managed to win such high popularity due to his undoubted advantages - small size, lightness, mobility, low price and the possibility of pleasant physical activity, which is so necessary for many people

Competent steering wheel setup is usually the most important condition for getting the feeling from the game that the developers intended to convey to you. They always try to bring them as close as possible to the real ones due to their capabilities, including the limitations that are allowed on the racing simulators of modern game controllers

On May 9, 2012 in Indonesia during a demonstration flight crashed the newest Russian aircraft Sukhoi Superjet 100. There were 45 passengers on board from 5 countries of the world, including 8 Russians. No survivors were found. The Russian regional aircraft of the new generation Superjet 100 made a demonstration tour across Asian countries

Sometimes a situation arises when the front doors of the car are blocked, and the keys to them are in the car. Or there was a malfunction in the operation of the central lock, and there is no way to get inside. Necessary - spare set of keys

Speech development is central to early childhood education. It is coherent speech that realizes the communicative function of the language and determines the level of mental development of the child. There are a number of features in the development of speech in young children

Each room requires air circulation, natural or forced, it does not matter. This is what ventilation is for. Car enthusiasts are no exception - ventilation is also required in the garage. To create ventilation, it is necessary to ensure the flow of fresh air from the street and the outflow of "

The ignition timing procedure is applicable for all popular models: Camry, Land Cruiser, Corolla, RAV4, 4Runner and others. If on any particular model the ignition installation procedure differs from the generally accepted one, this information is contained in the information plate of the car

Car glass surface wear is a common problem faced by car owners. Sooner or later, micro-scratches will inevitably form on auto glass. Do not rush to replace the glass, because if the scratches are shallow, the transparency of the glass is easy to restore

Quite often, the owners of Russian cars are faced with a problem related to the breakdown of the standard signal. In this situation, it is necessary to think about a small reconstruction of the sound signaling system. Instructions Step 1 First, it should be noted that a voltage of 12 V is constantly applied to the sound signal

There are few women who are able to boast of excellent knowledge of the iron filling of a car. Knowing the tricks of unscrupulous auto repairmen, you can recognize deception. More and more women are becoming true auto ladies. How to protect yourself from unscrupulous car service employees?

Audi 80 and 100 series cars are quite affordable for service and repair, even in the absence of a wide range of tools and extensive knowledge in the field of auto repair. The next series A4 and A6 are much more complex in design. Replacing the timing belt in them is also available to the ordinary motorist, but if he has some skills and knowledge

For the first time, the "capitalists" began to heat the interior of a car back in 1917. Our skilled chauffeurs simply drilled holes in the partition between the engine and the cab. Today, there is a "stove" in almost every car

After graduating from a driving school, the driver finds himself in a completely extreme environment for him - on the real streets of the city. It is difficult for a beginner to immediately adapt to such conditions, so a round-the-clock federal free "

It can be difficult for a novice car enthusiast to cope with those unpleasant surprises that lie in wait for the car everywhere. How to fix minor problems on site to make it to the garage? Instructions Step 1 One of the most common problems is the clutch hose burst

The hood of a car often slams shut when the driver least expects it. On Audi cars, the hood also has the ability to close, which brings a lot of trouble. Necessary - long screwdriver; - mount. Instructions Step 1 Determine the condition of the cable

It would seem that the problem of calculating fuel consumption should not exist now, since modern cars are equipped with more and more advanced electronics. But, as practice shows, the readings of flow meters are often very approximate and do not give a complete picture of the real consumption of gasoline

The main task of the handbrake is to keep the vehicle stationary on slopes and parking lots. In addition, the handbrake on Toyota is used when starting off after the car has been stopped on an uphill, when the brake pedal fails and to enter a controlled skid

In the modern market, portable high pressure car washes are presented in a wide range. The cost starts at 2,000 rubles. Household sinks can be used to wash cars, bicycles, fences, etc. For the correct choice of such equipment, certain factors must be taken into account

The standard factory interior of most budget cars is able to meet the requirements of not every car enthusiast. Therefore, many have a desire to make their own adjustments to it. The best way is to start transforming the interior with a torpedo

Replacing the windshield on a VAZ car is not as difficult a task as it might seem at first glance. All work can be done independently, if you take into account some of the nuances and follow the technology. Replacing windshields on cars of the Volzhsky Automobile Plant is associated with knowledge of some features of dismantling and installation

A rain sensor in a car can be indispensable when the weather leaves much to be desired. The device is especially convenient in drizzling rain, because in this case you have to turn on and off the wipers in manual mode. And if your car is doused with dirty water from under an oncoming car, the sensor is triggered before you have time to reach out to turn on the "

The manufacturer provides for the replacement of the timing belt every 60,000 km or every 6 years. In addition, the timing belt should be replaced if there are traces of oil on its surface, or if the belt is worn or damaged in any way. Replacement of the belt is carried out at the inspection pit, overpass or lift

The speed of the vehicle is constantly changing during travel. Determining what speed the car had at one point or another on the way is very often done by both the motorists themselves and the competent authorities. Moreover, there are a lot of ways to find out the speed of a car