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5 Basic Car Repairs Everyone Should Know

Updated: Sep 11, 2023



In today’s modern world, most people can’t live without a car. Cars have become an integral part of our lives. In general, owning a car is very important as it renders the opportunity to travel a long distance in the absence of public transport. Especially in this covid pandemic, it has become the safest way to secure your health.


A car is a complex machine with thousands of big and small pieces, with each having their own importance. From the chassis and engine to the smallest nut and bolt, each has a specific function. Therefore, it is necessary that you understand the concept of car repairs so as to not be stranded if the car breaks down.


The Following are Some Car Repairs Tips and Tricks Which Will Help You to Save Your Time and Money:


#1. Changing oil: One of the essential things is that you should regularly check your car's oil and even replace it after the car has run the distance specified by the manufacturer, because it ensures smooth running and long life of the car. Changing the oil of the car is one of the best tips and tricks as it saves your maintenance charges.


To change the car oil, remove the oil drain plug and drain the oil, then empty the oil filter. After that, put the oil filter and drain plug back, then remove the cap of the oil filler hole and pour the fresh oil.


#2. Changing a Flat Tire: Another most important factor or you can say another, most crucial trick, is “changing flat tire”. A car is useless without tires, as we all know that tires are the most critical parts of the car.


Initially, lift your car off the ground using a jack stand, remove the lug nuts, replace the flat tire with a new one and wrench lug nuts back on, and then finally lower your car and ensure that the lug nuts are light.


#3. Changing Spark Plugs: The spark plugs are tiny devices that create a spark that ignites the fuel mixture which helps start your car.


First, locate your spark plugs, take out the spark plug wires and remove the faulty spark plug, replace it with the new spark plug and put everything back as it was earlier.


#4. Removing Scratches from Paint: Even as mall scratch can spoil the overall appearance of the car. Getting these removed is an expensive affair, one that is likely to burn a hole in your pocket. But the best part is that you can easily remove the scratches in no time with some simple tips and tricks. However, if they are not removed this way, go for a car repairs mechanic.


First of all, determine the depth of the scratch, then use a sand paper on the scratch but rub it lightly, then clean the area, polish the scratched area with the help of rubbing compound, wash the area properly, and wax the area to seal it. This will most likely fix any scratch on the car.


#5. Changing the Car Battery: Car batteries should first of all be of high quality since you don’t want to be stranded on the middle of the road with your car’s battery indicator showing the red light. It’s fairly simple to replace the car batteries and just one attempt at it would make you a pro.


First, disconnect the negative cables and move the clamp away from the battery post. Apply the same procedure to the positive cables. Then remove the screws, replace the old battery with a new one and finally, reconnect the cable clamps.


Conclusion


You wouldn’t become a perfect car repairs mechanic but the above tips and tricks will surely come in handy in emergency situations or to improve the aesthetics.

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