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  • how long does a car battery last - quelle est la duree de vie d une batterie d auto

    How Long Does a Car Battery Last

    The majority of cars on the road today are powered by SLI (starter, lighting, and ignition) batteries. These car batteries provide initial power to the starter motor, ignition system, fuel system, and engine management computers. Once the engine is running, the charging system takes over to generate enough current to recharge the battery and continue […]

    • Battery
    • Battery maintenance
    • charging system
    • How long
    • know how
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  • Should You Use Jumper Cables or a Booster Pack - Devriez-vous utiliser des câbles de démarrage ou un bloc d’alimentation portatif

    Should You Use Jumper Cables or a Booster Pack?

    Dealing with a dead car battery can be a real inconvenience. Your battery can die of something simple, like leaving the lights on for too long with the ignition off. (The reason you hear in the mall, “Licence plate LUVMYCR, your car lights are on.” Mall staff are trying to help your car battery!) In […]

    • Booster Pac
    • Jump starter
    • jumper cable
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  • routine car battery maintenance - entretien régulier de la batterie de voiture

    Routine Car Battery Maintenance

    Most car batteries will last three to five years. By keeping up a good maintenance routine, you can ensure your battery lasts as long as possible.

    • Battery
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  • Pouring oil into make-shift funnel made from half a plastic bottle

    Oil Change Tips & Tricks

    Whether you’re an amateur mechanic or a first-time DIYer, learning to do an oil change is very handy if you’re interested in maintaining your car on your own. We have a full guide on how to do an oil change, but we’d like to share some more tips and tool suggestions to help make your […]

    • motor oil
    • Oil
    • oil change
    • oil filter
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  • fluid level check up - verification du niveau de liquide d une voiture

    Fluid Level Checkup

    Your car needs a variety of fluids to keep it moving. Without the right fluids, certain parts could become damaged or stop working altogether. Complete regular checkups of these fluids to keep your car in top condition, especially if it’s more than three years old.

    • automotive fluids
    • Tips
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  • Oil covered hands working on transmission with socket wrench

    10 Must-Have Tools for the DIYer

    You’ll definitely use these 10 must-have tools on a regular basis whether you’re a professional or new to automotive repair jobs. With the right toolset, the projects that you can handle in a good workspace are almost endless. Plus, everything goes that much more smoothly when you’ve got the right tools for the job. For […]

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    • Tools
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  • 5 Uses For An Air Compressor

    Routine tire inflation is one of the main uses for an air compressor, but what else can you use it for? Air compressors are a great tool to have in your garage, and there are many ways to use an air compressor around the house as well! Here’s a quick look at five new ways […]

    • Air Compressor
    • Tips
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  • Spring cleaning guide – 5 best body shop tools to clean your car

    By the time spring rolls around, cars tend to be pretty grimy! However, searching your local auto parts store for car wash products can be overwhelming. Giving your car a good scrub is just as important as cleaning your house, and it doesn’t need to be complicated. Speed up your spring car wash by stocking […]

    • car care
    • cleaning
    • detailing
    • Tips
    • tool
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  • Car care tips: Are Black Cars Harder to Keep Clean?

    In our last article, we talked about getting the last vestiges of winter out of your car and if you have a black car, you may like these black car cleaning tips. Have you ever looked over at your neighbour’s white car and wondered whether your black one is harder to keep clean? Given that […]

    • black car
    • car care
    • cleaning
    • detailing
    • Tips
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  • Replacing Car Filters – The Best Tools for the Task

    Now that we’ve covered driving habits and the car filters available for your vehicle, let’s look at what goes into replacing a car filter. Specialty tools are a great investment because they make the job easier, which in turn makes it easier for you to keep up with critical maintenance.

    • Air filter
    • cabin filter
    • Filter
    • oil filter
    • Tips
    • Tools
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