Car warranty coverage depends on two factors: mileage and the timeframe. General warranties usually cover your vehicle for 36,000 miles or three years. As I said in my earlier post, it’s generally an either/or deal with car warranties. Once you reach the maximum mileage even if you still have a few months in the […]
There is no disputing the importance of your car’s warranty. Every driver needs one, whether he or she is driving a used or a brand new car. The car warranty is definitely a great way to add to your savings in case of car trouble, replacements and possible breakdowns. Before signing just any warranty contract, […]
It’s a common sight to see people pushing a vehicle to get its dead battery started. Although it’s pretty common, it doesn’t mean it’s very safe or effective, for that matter. I suggest that you save push starting your vehicle as your last resort when it comes to starting your vehicle with a dead battery. […]
In relation to the previous post on jump-starting a dead battery, here’s another way you can revive a dead battery—using your vehicle’s lighter connection. A number of manufacturers for truck accessories and car parts are peddling small, battery-jumping units that are designed to be plugged directly into the lighter socket found near the dashboard.
So now, […]
Extreme cold, just like leaving your car lights on for several nights, can wreak havoc to your car’s battery. A dead car battery can be such a hassle, especially if your battery gives out in the middle of nowhere, long past midnight.
When faced with this situation, the common solution is to find another vehicle […]
There is no disputing the importance of your car’s brakes. Driving around with busted brakes would likely cause an unwanted accident. But conversely, without the right intake system, your car would also become immovable—no accident, but also no movement.
Keep in mind that your car’s brakes are not supposed to be played around with. If you […]
One of the parts that must be maintained regularly is a car’s fan belt. This car part is usually located at the very front of the engine compartment, between the radiator and the engine block. The fan belt, or more traditionally known as the drive belt, is made of reinforced, high-tensile strength cords and synthetic […]
1. Check first your owner’s manual for any information about your car’s fan belt.2. Organize your tools, which consist of a wrench, screwdriver, heavy-duty scissors and a cloth to remove loose grit.
3. Think of the best way to hold the belt in its place firmly while you remove the nut with the use of a wrench. A good suggestion would be inserting a screwdriver between the holes of the pulley but not against the fan belt itself. Carefully set aside the nut after you remove it.
4. Take the cloth and use it to remove any excess grit, dirt and debris from the fan belt and the belt assembly.
5. Inspect the belt for any signs of wear, cracks, breaks, irregularities or damage. If you do see any sign of permanent damage, you can purchase a new fan belt.
6. Locate the shims, small black rings along the belt assembly, and remove one by using a pair of heavy-duty scissors.
7. After removing a single shim, check the tautness and the distance of each shim from each other.
8. Replace the nut on the adjusting bolt and tighten it.
9. Start the engine and allow it to run for a few minutes and then turn it off again. This step determines the performance of the belt after tightening it.
10. Recheck the belt’s tightness.
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If you still have any problems or concerns about your fan belt, you can bring your car to your local garage or check out a new fan belt at different auto stores.heck the belt’he performance of the belt after tightening it.
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Source: Auto Mechanic | Auto Mechanic Repair and Maintenance Tips
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A car’s batteries were designed to last a minimum of five years. If your car’s battery lasted longer than that, then it only means you’re taking good care of your car. There are a number of factors which could affect the battery’s life. Some of the main causes may be:
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2. Faulty car parts which demand more from the battery
3. The deterioration of battery cables and posts which could lead to battery damage
4. The use of additional parts that makes use of the electricity generated by the battery
5. Leaving the car running idly for long periods of time
6. Severe cold
7. Bad habits such as leaving the radio or the lights on unnecessarily
If your battery lasted shorter than five years, some of the reason above may have affected the lifespan of your vehicle. A dead battery has no hopes of being used again while a battery without enough power to start the engine is another thing. If your battery falls under the latter, there is still hope that you can resurrect your battery. If you’re battery is as dead as the Sahara dessert, you should take the time to replace your battery with a new one.
To determine if your battery still has some hope to be used again, simply recharge it through normal vehicle operation. If you find yourself having to jump the battery again and again, it only means you have to buy a new battery. You can do so by looking for a replacement battery.
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Here are some steps to help you in jumpstarting your car’s battery. A second fully-functioning vehicle is needed to make this procedure a successful one, along with a set of jumper cables. Always remember that there is a danger in doing this procedure so extreme caution must be taken:
1. Before charging the car, open the hood and inspect the battery for any signs of damage.
2. Check all the cables attached to the battery are secure and free of any signs of corrosion. If there are any loose cables tighten them. If your battery cables show signs of corrosion, loosen the clamps and clean the cables with a stiff-bristled brush.
3. Position the vehicle to be jumpstarted next to the second vehicle. Make sure the cables are close enough to connect the two vehicles together.
4. Shut off the vehicle being used to jumpstart your battery.
5. Open the hoods of the two vehicles.
6. Identify which are the positive and negative terminals on each battery.
7. One end of the red jumper cable should be attached to a positive terminal of one car while the other end should also be attached to the positive terminal of the other car.
8. Take the one end of the black jumper cable and attach it to the battery’s negative terminal. The other end of the lack jumper cable should be attached to the negative terminal of the other car’s battery. At this point, sparks will emit from the battery but fear not because this is normal.
9. Turn the engine of the charger vehicle and rev it.
10. After revving the charger vehicle for a few minutes, start the car that’s being charged. If the engine would not start, adjust the cables and make sure they are attached firmly.
11. Once the car being charged starts, it should be kept running for at least 20 to 30 minutes for the alternator to have enough time to recharge the battery.
12. After charging the failed battery for at least 20 to 30 minutes, turn off the engine.
13. Remove the jumper cables in reverse order from which you first attached them.
14. Remove the black jumper from the negative terminal of the charger vehicle.
15. Remove the black charger from the battery that was charged.
16. Remove the red jumper cable from the positive terminal on the charger vehicle.
17. Remove the other end of the red jumper cable from the positive terminal of the battery that was charged.
18. Return all cables to their designated places and organize the jumper cables used.
The process itself is tedious and extreme caution must be used to handle the operation. If you have any protective gear such as gloves and glasses, it is highly recommended that you use them. Of course, a jumpstarted battery does not last very long and the purchase of a car battery is advisable.
Source: Auto Mechanic | Auto Mechanic Repair and Maintenance Tips
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