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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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.
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This month, we’re talking car filters, including engine oil filters, engine air filters, and cabin air filters. There’s more to them than you might think! For the average driver, standard car filters are just fine. But sometimes, special driving conditions call for more specific types of car filters.
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Installing new filters every 6 to 12 months (depending on how much you drive) is an important part of vehicle maintenance. Many drivers leave this task to their local trusted mechanic. But whether you’re replacing an engine filter or a cabin air filter, the basic instructions can be found in your owner’s manual. Why not do it […]
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Winter towing with your truck, car, or SUV can mean having to face less than ideal road conditions. As with any form of winter driving, towing safely during the colder months requires properly preparing your vehicle and adjusting your behaviour behind the wheel. These five winter towing tips will help you get your trailer from […]
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Lately, we’ve been discussing car starting problems and battery and charging system maintenance. But when it comes to car trouble, how do you pinpoint the source of the problem? How do you know if your maintenance plan is effective? You need a car diagnostic tool, like a digital multimeter (DMM) or an OBD2 scanner. When […]
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Your vehicle’s battery and charging system are essential to modern driving. The SLI (starting, lighting, and ignition) battery provides initial power to the starter motor, ignition system, fuel system, and engine management computers. Once the engine is running on its own, the charging system takes over, generating current to recharge the battery and power the […]
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In a previous article, we talked about jumper cable mistakes. Jump-starting a car seems pretty straightforward, so many people are surprised at the number of hidden dangers involved. For decades, jumper cables have been standard equipment for jump-starting dead batteries, but what about jump starters? Are there any advantages to getting a jump starter (a.k.a. […]
