Maintenance Tips, Tricks And Hacks For Your Vehicle
Author: Car Care Hacks
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Correct Tire Pressure For Off-Roading (Answered!)
Tire pressure is one of the most important parts of off-road driving. It doesn’t matter if you’re on the beach, on the hills, in the mud, or on the rocks, correct tire pressure is what’s going to get your vehicle going in those harsh driving environments. But what is the correct tire pressure for off-roading?…
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How Long Can You Drive on a Spare Tire? (Answered!)
My tire recently blew out while I was driving on the highway. I pulled to the side and changed it with a spare tire. However, as I was driving, I wasn’t seeing any repair shops. So, I was wondering how long can you drive on a spare tire. Is there a speed and length limit…
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Tire Dry Rot – An Ultimate Guide For Fixing and Prevention
Are your tires dry rotting? Dry rotting is very common and happens more times than we would like. Many friends ask me how to prevent or fix dry rot. The simple answer is: you don’t need to worry about dry rot if you change your tires frequently. However, changing the tires frequently is not an…
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Why Is My Steering Wheel Shaking When I Brake?
I was driving around the other day and as I was about to make a complete stop, my steering wheel started shaking as soon as I pressed my brake pedal. To be honest, I didn’t know what was causing the issue right away. So, I talked to a couple of mechanics and did research online.…
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How To Clean Pistons Without Removing Them [CHEAP]
Carbon buildup on the pistons is actually very common, especially on older engines. It doesn’t matter how you maintain it, carbon buildup is a product of the combustion of gasoline. Is carbon buildup on pistons something that you should take care of? Carbon buildup on pistons can lead to abnormal combustion because the carbon has…
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How To Clean O2 Sensor Without Removing It
Does your car have a dirty O2 sensor? Did you notice any engine hesitation, bad fuel economy, a check engine light, or even a rotten smell from the tailpipe? Those are the usual symptoms when an O2 sensor is dirty. Key Takeaway What Is an Oxygen Sensor? An oxygen sensor, also known as an O2…
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What Can Cause Heavy or Stiff Steering?
I was driving my car the other day and out of nowhere, my steering wheel became stiff. It was really hard to turn the steering wheel. It felt like I was wrestling with an alligator. When this kind of thing happens to you for the first time, you immediately suspect a flat tire. So, I…
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How to Test a Car Battery [Easy Guide]
Car batteries will last anywhere from three to five years, sometimes even longer. The lifespan of the battery depends on the use, climate, and quality of the battery itself. Having a bad battery can cause a series of problems and to stay on top of that, I suggest checking your car battery once it reaches…
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How to Find and Fix a Leaking Tire Valve
A leaking tire valve is a very commonly overlooked area in a leaking tire. The Schrader tire valve can form a leak with age, either from dirt or having a damaged seal. Sometimes, the tire valve can even be faulty from new. I have had this issue in the past and I have successfully replaced…
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9 Symptoms of a Faulty EGR Valve
The EGR valve is known for collecting grime due to recirculating the exhaust gases. This means that at some point in time, your EGR valve might become faulty. It’s best if you know the symptoms of a faulty EGR valve and act accordingly. Sometimes, simply cleaning the EGR valve without removing it will do the…
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