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- Just remove the drain plug<\/li>\n
- Loosen the oil filter and clean the chamber<\/li>\n
- Now put back the filter cap<\/li>\n
- And refill with new oil<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
And you\u2019re done here.<\/p>\n
Knowing how to change the oil will help you cut engine seize in the middle of the road and service costs.<\/p>\n
If you still have any confusion you can go through a comprehensive Oil Change Tutorial here<\/a>.<\/p>\n
Changing a flat tire – Hectic yet life-saving<\/h3>\n
Suppose you are on a car trip with your friends on a weekend and you get an unwanted surprise.<\/p>\n
Yes! A flat tire.<\/p>\n
Changing a flat tire has been very essential for a car owner in the last few decades, but as the generation evolved the car-related tasks for an individual gradually (especially millennials) reduced.<\/p>\n
Here is a spoiler \u2018 More than 60% people can\u2019t change a flat tire in the U.S<\/a>\u2019<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\nHere is how to replace a flat tire :<\/p>\n
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- Loosen the nuts of the tire by using a wrench<\/li>\n
- Then lift the car with a jack<\/li>\n
- Remove the lug nuts and the tire<\/li>\n
- Now put the spare or new tire on it<\/li>\n
- Put back the lug nuts and tighten them fully<\/li>\n
- Remove the jack and lower your car<\/li>\n
- Make sure the nuts are tight and the tire is ready to run<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
The process sounds frustrating but once you do it, you will get a sense of completion and you will happily do it the next time you have a flat.<\/p>\n
Changing your brake pads – Not so tough after all<\/h3>\n
Well! What will we do if suddenly we realize that the car brake is failing?<\/p>\n
Let\u2019s not go anymore deep, instead figure out how to change brake pads on our own (apart from the ones who already know)<\/p>\n
Your car brake is one of the most essential parts of your car and several accidents take place due to brake failure. Changing your brake pads<\/strong><\/a> is more or less similar to changing a flat tire.<\/p>\n
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- Use a jack and lift the car<\/li>\n
- Loosen the nuts and remove the tires<\/li>\n
- Remove the slider bolts<\/li>\n
- And take down the old brake pads<\/li>\n
- Now put the new brake pads on<\/li>\n
- Tighten the slider bolts and secure them<\/li>\n
- And then put the tire back on and it’s done<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Keeping a regular check on the brake pads and changing it when necessary can prevent any casualty.<\/p>\n
So why take risks?<\/p>\n
Changing your car battery – Quite easy I believe<\/h3>\n
Car batteries are prone to go off when we need it the most and it happens with almost every car owner.<\/p>\n
To avoid any unwanted circumstances<\/p>\n
Let\u2019s learn how to change your car battery<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
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- Take off the covers<\/li>\n
- Disconnect the negative cables first<\/li>\n
- Then remove the clamp<\/li>\n
- Now remove the cables and clamps<\/li>\n
- Draw out the screws<\/li>\n
- Put the new battery<\/li>\n
- And make sure the cable clamps are intact<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Watch this video tutorial on How to change a car battery<\/a> and hope you will have a crystal clear vision.<\/p>\n
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How to change your spark plugs? Spark your enthusiasm<\/h3>\n
Spark plugs seem tiny but play an important role in a car. From poor mileage to having issues such as starting your car, engine gurgling sound, and check engine light pops up. All these issues could occur due to a faulty spark plug that needs immediate replacement<\/p>\n
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- Unlink the spark plug wire<\/li>\n
- Remove the old spark plug<\/li>\n
- Put a new spark plug<\/li>\n
- Reconnect the wire<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
And Voila!<\/p>\n
Jumpstart your car – Easy peasy<\/h3>\n
You must learn how to jumpstart your car once at some point in your life or you have to run to a professional technician for assistance.<\/p>\n
Learning could be fun if you wish<\/p>\n
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- Both the vehicles should be in neutral while you turn off the engine<\/li>\n
- Connect a red clip to the positive terminal of the battery of your car and attach another red clip to the positive terminal of the other car.<\/li>\n
- Now attach the black clip to the other car\u2019s negative battery terminal<\/li>\n
- And connect the other black clip to an metal surface(paintless) on your car<\/li>\n
- Now start the engine and unless you drive it for a few miles don\u2019t turn off your car<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Here is a video guide for you on how to jumpstart your car<\/a><\/p>\n
Replacing your Air filters -Last but not the least<\/h3>\n
We often overlook the health of an air filter, but it is extremely essential to keep dust and pollutants free whenever possible to k<\/strong>eep your engine in good shape<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n
Here is how to change air filters:<\/p>\n
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- Unlock the hood and find the black box with large hoses<\/li>\n
- Now open the air filter box and remove the old filter<\/li>\n
- Attach the new filter<\/li>\n
- Close the box and close your hood<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
You are all set\u2026<\/p>\n
Protect Your Car<\/h2>\n
Now, whenever you have a flat tire, or your car engine light blinks , you can surely figure out what\u2019s wrong with your car and fix it. Learning to protect your car and complete a task develops a sense of pride and accomplishment.<\/p>\n