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The following instructions describe how to replace brake pads on most popular vehicles. Be sure to read them completely before you begin. Changing a vehicle’s brake pads is a very common DIY project. Checking your brake pads should be part of your regular maintenance checklist. If you follow the right instructions and follow a few […]
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The three main things a gas-powered engine needs to function are air, fuel, and sparks. If any of these components is reduced or contaminated, your car’s fuel economy and performance level can drop dramatically. You can easily avoid these side effects with a maintenance routine, including regularly changing your engine air filter. With a little […]
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It may surprise you how simple some auto maintenance tasks can be if have the right tools and a bit of optimism. If you’re new to the world of DIYing, learning to change your tires at home, for example, is a great skill to start with—and it’ll save you money!
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Did you know that replacing your own windshield wiper blades is actually quite easy? Depending on the type of wipers you have, it often takes just a few snaps. After all, how annoying is it when a damaged blade constantly leaves behind a streak as it passes over your windshield? Follow this guide to learn […]
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With proper care, your car battery can last three to five years. Certain signs will indicate your battery is failing. Luckily, a car battery replacement is one of the easiest DIY jobs—as long as you follow the right steps. Use this guide to learn how to replace your car battery on your own.
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Whether you’re on the road or still in your own driveway, realizing your car battery is dead is always an inconvenience. The risk of finding yourself with a dead battery is higher in the winter, since the cold temperatures can be very harsh on your vehicle. If you end up with a dead battery, whatever […]
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Did you know that the air inside your vehicle can be up to six times more polluted than the air outside? This is why the job of the cabin air filter is so important! Thankfully, almost every vehicle made after the year 2000 contains a cabin air filter. Its job is to filter the air […]
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Keeping your car clean can be all but impossible during Canadian winters. That’s why it’s important to know a few car cleaning tips for spring to wash away winter damages. Salt and sand hold moisture and can slowly eat away at both the inside and the outside of your car. Once your car thaws out, […]
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Whether you start your car by pushing a button, turning a key, tapping an app, or saying, “Alexa, start my car,” you expect the engine to respond. Unfortunately, car starting problems can leave you stranded. Recently, we’ve been covering jumper cables and booster packs. In keeping with this theme, here are some other car starting […]
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Learning how to use a block heater is a rite of passage in Canada. You know you’re in a cold part of the world when you see little plugs dangling from the grilles of every car on the street. Have you ever wondered what those things are? Or exactly how a block heater works? It’s […]
