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<?xml-stylesheet type="text/xsl" media="screen" href="/~d/styles/atom10full.xsl"?><?xml-stylesheet type="text/css" media="screen" href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~d/styles/itemcontent.css"?><feed xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:openSearch="http://a9.com/-/spec/opensearch/1.1/" xmlns:georss="http://www.georss.org/georss" xmlns:gd="http://schemas.google.com/g/2005" xmlns:feedburner="http://rssnamespace.org/feedburner/ext/1.0" gd:etag="W/&quot;C0ADQX8zeCp7ImA9WxNUF0o.&quot;"><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4211300628974331941</id><updated>2009-11-09T05:02:50.180-08:00</updated><title>Autovaganza</title><subtitle type="html">Car Engine Performance</subtitle><link rel="http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#feed" type="application/atom+xml" href="http://autovaganzas.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default" /><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://autovaganzas.blogspot.com/" /><link rel="hub" href="http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com/" /><author><name>Mirza Rais</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/11390476323016997961</uri><email>mirzarais@mymarketstock.com</email></author><generator version="7.00" uri="http://www.blogger.com">Blogger</generator><openSearch:totalResults>11</openSearch:totalResults><openSearch:startIndex>1</openSearch:startIndex><openSearch:itemsPerPage>25</openSearch:itemsPerPage><link rel="self" href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/Autovaganza" type="application/atom+xml" /><atom10:link xmlns:atom10="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" rel="hub" href="http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com" /><entry gd:etag="W/&quot;CUENQHs-eip7ImA9WxRaGE8.&quot;"><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4211300628974331941.post-3382527007980777415</id><published>2008-12-15T10:37:00.000-08:00</published><updated>2008-12-20T17:41:31.552-08:00</updated><app:edited xmlns:app="http://www.w3.org/2007/app">2008-12-20T17:41:31.552-08:00</app:edited><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="Buy Quality Used Engines" /><title>Buy Quality Used Engines</title><content type="html">&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;Today all of us have some automobiles and the most important part of it is engine, if engine breaks down then you have to buy a new engine or you may give it for repair and it might cost huge amount. Therefore if you have to buy the engine and you want it in your budget only then you could buy the used engines also. Now you might think that used engines won’t work for too long and its quality should be bad as well, but there are many automotive companies are available who are providing the used engines by selecting the best engine and after checking the quality. They provides all types of used engines such as &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;Diesel engine &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;, car engines, truck engines, auto engines and all these will be selected from different Salvage yards.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;These companies have a big network of Salvage Yards, so whenever they will get the order of required engine, they first get all the details from the person of his automobile. Then that requirement is sent to all the Salvage Yards and related companies. Then they will select the engine which will be best for you on the basis of quality and the budget provided by you and that will be delivered to you.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;You might think that these companies may deliver you the duplicate or bad engine but before making any order you should check that they are the Trusted Company and they should have a good network of salvage yards. So if you want to buy an engine for your automobile you can buy the used engine from a good automobile Company and you will get the good quality engine from them which will be fit for your car and your budget as well.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Buying a Used engines for your automobile might looks like a risk but today there are many salvage yards and companies who are providing all types of quality used engines like Diesel engines, car engines, truck engines, auto engines. These companies have a large network of salvage yards from where they will find the best engine on the basis of your needs and your budget too. But always buy the used engines from the trusted company who has a good network and market.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/4211300628974331941-3382527007980777415?l=autovaganzas.blogspot.com'/&gt;&lt;/div&gt;
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However, hot engines sometimes have problems too. Hot engines can be tough to start, and many people do not know how to deal with this situation when it occurs. With the intention of overcoming this dilemma, it is important to know exactly why it happens.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;The most common reason why a hot engine will not start is because the problem is related to fuel. When your car engine is too hot, fuel cannot circulate well, due to the way vapour obstructs it workings and therefore the engine just will not start, as it should. You can find out more information on this subject online at autopages.com.au who suggest to keep your engine running at the correct temperature and to protect its alloys and metals, you need to use a properly designed coolant.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;A car engine will keep gaining temperature until it has been turned off. During this time is when the highest concentration of vapour is circulating around and chances are, that it shall obstruct the engine to a greater extent. Obviously, when and if you are driving in hot weather and have just turned off the car engine you may experience start problems. The solution is simple; you must wait for a few minutes until trying to start it again. The most sensible solution of course, is to use a high quality engine coolant.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;Fuel injected engines do not experience this problem as much as other engines, because the fuel remains inside the injectors under high pressure. Owing to this, fuel injected engines do not become so easily subjected to vapours as other engines. Therefore, the vehicle does not have the same issues when it comes to starting a hot engine. It may be time to change over your old vehicle to a newer model with fuel injection, and when this becomes an important issue, you can go online to OzFreeOnline.com and begin a quick search by entering and submitting all the data you have researched for your new car. Let OzFreeOnline.com do all the work for you.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;Another reason why you may have an engine, which is hard to start while hot, is that it may be due to seasonal weather as refiners change from one fuel blend to another. Petrol refiners often change a higher volatility fuel to a lower one when summer approaches. This is simply because hot weather causes fuel to evaporate more quickly. If refiners change back to a higher volatility fuel, while vehicles are still exposed to days of extreme temperatures, this may cause swift evaporation of the fuel which, in turn would create too much vapour within the engine.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/4211300628974331941-8044013247035199689?l=autovaganzas.blogspot.com'/&gt;&lt;/div&gt;
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In my opinion, replacing stock headers is for more beneficial than modifying your intake or muffler.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;An exhaust header is an after market automotive part designed to improve vehicle &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;performance&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;. The small gain in performance facilitated by an exhaust header is important to high performance &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;drivers&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt; who often make other modifications to their vehicles in order to increase speed. These modifications include the installation of larger intake vents for the engine. An exhaust header modifies the exhaust system to prevent back pressure, meaning that the cylinders do not have to work as hard to push exhaust out as they do in a traditional system. There are different types of &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;exhaust headers&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt; depending on the needs of the drivers, with some tuned for low performance and others aimed at high performance on the open road. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;In a conventional exhaust system, after the cylinders combust, they push the exhaust out into the &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;exhaust manifold&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;, which routes the exhaust out of the vehicle through the exhaust pipe. However, the exhaust manifold can create a back pressure which pushes against the cylinder, meaning that it has to exert more energy to push the exhaust out and prepare for the next firing. As a result, some efficiency can be lost. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;An exhaust header works differently, essentially creating a miniature exhaust pipe for each cylinder and routing the exhaust to a centralized collector which is much larger. The pipes of an exhaust header are bent to fit under the hood and cut to the same length so that the exhaust gases will arrive sequentially in the collector as each cylinder fires. This eliminates the back pressure problem and allows the cylinders to operate more effectively. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;Aftermarket headers can be bolted in place of the stock cast-iron headers. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;Small block headers&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt; usually use 1-5/8-inch primary tubes and big-block headers use 1-3/4-inch tubes. An important consideration when choosing headers is quality of materials. Header tubing vary in thickness, but a good quality header should use between 18-gauge and 14-gauge tubing. The metal used in the header is also important. Some headers are mild-steel, which will rust and corrode over time. Headers can be coated, either with a ceramic coating or a high-temperature paint. Using 100% stainless steel construction eliminates the need for coatings, but it is usually out many buyer's budgets. When headers are shipped, they sometimes come painted. Be aware that this coating is only for rust prevention during shipping, and the paint will not hold up to the heat once the header is installed. When headers are added along with a cat-back exhaust and high-flow catalytic converter, you can usually gain 20-30 horsepower over stock.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;In some cases, an exhaust header can be tuned to pull at the exhaust valve of the next cylinder and suck the exhaust out, meaning even less work for the cylinder. Drivers who desire more power for around town driving and better acceleration under a heavy load usually opt for a low performance exhaust header, while drivers who are looking for speed on the open road prefer high performance headers. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;A variety of manufacturers make exhaust headers for a dizzying assortment of vehicles, and it is important to install the exhaust header designed for your car. Because exhaust leaks can be dangerous, the exhaust header should be installed with care, or professionally if there is any uncertainty. An improperly installed header could lead to an exhaust leak which vents into the cabin of the vehicle, causing symptoms of &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;carbon monoxide poisoning&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt; in the driver and passengers.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/4211300628974331941-6169364206065766359?l=autovaganzas.blogspot.com'/&gt;&lt;/div&gt;
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&lt;a href="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/_xb_dDrVaQ3iEFT3AMkSLGy5gbM/1/da"&gt;&lt;img src="http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/_xb_dDrVaQ3iEFT3AMkSLGy5gbM/1/di" border="0" ismap="true"&gt;&lt;/img&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Autovaganza/~4/PiASM8k7ZzU" height="1" width="1"/&gt;</content><link rel="edit" type="application/atom+xml" href="http://www.blogger.com/feeds/4211300628974331941/posts/default/6169364206065766359?v=2" /><link rel="self" type="application/atom+xml" href="http://www.blogger.com/feeds/4211300628974331941/posts/default/6169364206065766359?v=2" /><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Autovaganza/~3/PiASM8k7ZzU/optimize-engine-performance-with.html" title="Optimize Engine Performance With Exhaust Headers" /><author><name>Mirza Rais</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/11390476323016997961</uri><email>mirzarais@mymarketstock.com</email><gd:extendedProperty name="OpenSocialUserId" value="03921259328377409905" /></author><feedburner:origLink>http://autovaganzas.blogspot.com/2008/12/optimize-engine-performance-with.html</feedburner:origLink></entry><entry gd:etag="W/&quot;AkEMR38ycCp7ImA9WxRaE0w.&quot;"><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4211300628974331941.post-4371996794142826478</id><published>2008-12-14T21:15:00.000-08:00</published><updated>2008-12-14T21:24:46.198-08:00</updated><app:edited xmlns:app="http://www.w3.org/2007/app">2008-12-14T21:24:46.198-08:00</app:edited><category scheme="http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#" term="Car Maintenance Advice" /><title>Car Maintenance Advice</title><content type="html">&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;When it comes to car maintenance you can spend hours poring over manuals to assist you. However, there are plenty of places online which offer simple and easy steps to follow that allow you to be able to carry out the more basic kinds of maintenance tasks that will keep your vehicle in tip top condition. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;But there is not only advice available for carrying out general maintenance of your car there are some sites which offer advice about washing, cleaning and doing detailing or pin striping on the vehicle also. However in this article we are going to be taking a look at some of the more essential car maintenance jobs that one should be learning about and trying to do for oneself. Certainly by doing these jobs yourself you could end up saving yourself money each year because no longer will you need to pay a mechanic to do them for you.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;Every 5,000 miles it is a good idea to rotate the tires on your car as well, which means swapping those on the left for those on the right. Plus when taking off the tires remove any dust that has accumulated on the brakes. This is crucial because the dust contains all sorts of objects which if left on can actually prevent them from working as effectively as they should. To clean the brakes all you need is a damp sponge which has been dipped into clean cold water.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;When it comes to checking the pressure in the tires this should be done once a week. Low tire pressure can have an effect on the fuel economy of your car and it will prove difficult to handle and the ride won’t be as comfortable. Checking tire pressure is very simple to do and certainly you have no excuse for not doing it. Whilst checking the tire pressure it is also a good idea to check the depth of the tread on the tire. Once it falls below a certain level then this is time to arrange to get the tires replaced.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;Today actually checking the depth of the tread on a tire has become even simpler as most come with wear bars built into them. As soon as you notice the first part of the wear bar beginning to show through on the tire then you know it is time to get it replaced. It is far better if you replace all tires at the same time although it may be expensive it could end up saving you money in the long term.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;Another task which you can learn how to do for yourself is to check the various belts which run around certain pulleys in the engine. Unfortunately these belts are likely to perish as they are placed under very extreme pressure and if not replaced and break can lead to serious engine problems which may cost considerable more than the few pounds the belt cost to be repaired. It is best if you can’t check the belts yourself you arrange a mechanic to do so every 25,000 miles and then get them replaced every 50,000 miles. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;Another task which you yourself can carry out when it comes to car maintenance is to check the oil level. Again this should be done regularly ideally every week or month would be ideal. If there is too much or too little oil in the engine this can lead to problems later on. When you are checking the level of the oil in the engine it is best that you do so when the car is parked on a level surface. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;Also never do the check when the engine is hot after just being driven but do it either when the engine has cooled down or is cold. Finding the oil dipstick shouldn’t be a problem the manual for the vehicle should show you exactly where it is located in relation to the engine. Take it out and then wipe with a dry clean cloth and then put back in making sure that it has been pushed all the way in. The reason you need to wipe the stick after pulling it out initially is because the whole stick will be covered in oil. Now pull it out and check the level of oil by looking at the marks on stick. The high and low oil level marks will either be denoted by dots or dashes on the stick or by the letters H and L. Another thing you should be regularly checking in your car when it comes to maintenance of it is how much coolant there is. Again you will need to look in the car manual to discover where the coolant reservoir is actually situated in the engine bay of your car. Generally it is bolted on a side of the engine bay and the bottle is normally semi-transparent. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;As with checking the oil level when doing this particular car maintenance task you need to allow the engine to be cooled before you check it. On the outside there will be markings showing the low and high levels and ideally there should be enough coolant in the reservoir that sits between the two of these. The reason why you don’t check the levels of coolant in your vehicle whilst the engine is still hot is the one in the radiator is going to be hot and if you take off the cap to check it then steam will be released which can end up burning you.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/4211300628974331941-4371996794142826478?l=autovaganzas.blogspot.com'/&gt;&lt;/div&gt;
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I mean, c’mon, think of it this way – what would happen to any system that is clogged with waste and dirt? So, a faulty exhaust is a disaster in the making. It will eat away into the health of your car, and in the end, it might even make you and your co-passengers sick. Not to mention the amount of dirt and pollution it will spew into the air. For excellent output, optimum engine performance and complete riding pleasure, it is important to take care of car exhausts.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;Contrary to what most people believe, car exhausts are not just the pipes that protrude from the rear. The exhaust system consists of engine parts through which waste gases are produced. Then, there are the group of pipes that act as a bridge between the silencer and the engine. The silencer is an important part of car exhausts. It contains a number of holes which help to reduce the pressure of exhaust gases rushing out through the pipes. The silencer, true to its name, reduces noise levels because it contains reflectors that deflect the sound of the engine. Lastly, the tailpipe stretches out from the back fender of the car. These exhaust pipes perform an important function since they guide fumes to their proper outlet behind the car. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;As you can see, a car’s exhaust system has a number of functions to perform. It increases the productivity and fuel efficiency of the car. Thereby it enhances the engine’s performance. The exhaust system also reduces noise levels within the car, and it guides toxic exhaust fumes through their proper channel. Tuning your exhaust can maximize productivity and speed. So, selecting the correct combination of resonators, pipes, headers and mufflers can make your journey smooth as silk.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;How to choose car exhausts:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;Are bigger pipes better? In a word, no. Big pipes defeat good speed. But, if the pipes are too small, flow will be constricted resulting in loss of power. However, between the two evils, having pipes that are a little small is better than pipes that are too large, particularly when the car is driven in cities. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;If your car mufflers are inappropriate or improperly installed, you will lose almost all the advantages of a good exhaust system. In this regard, note that the size of your muffler does not impact performance much. Select mufflers based on their flow, not size. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;Car exhausts generally have a long life period. However, the exact time and performance of your car exhaust depends on how much you travel and how well you maintain your exhaust. Short trips can lead to the corrosion of the exhaust. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;You will know that your exhaust system has failed when your car starts making too much noise or when your car fails the MOT test. That is because when the exhaust system has holes, it will emit noxious fumes. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/4211300628974331941-3837380261821357667?l=autovaganzas.blogspot.com'/&gt;&lt;/div&gt;
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Brake Fluid- Is a type of hydraulic fluid that is used in hydraulic brake applications of your car, motorcycles and trucks. This type of fluid is used to transfer force under pressure from its point of origin among hydraulic lines to the braking mechanism close to the wheels.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Most brake fluids today are composed of glycol-ether but several types with mineral oil and silicone composites are also out in the market. This type of fluid should meet stringent requirements set by organizations such as SAE and the US Department of Transportation (DOT) - hence you get ratings on labels such as SAE or DOT 3 and 4 compliance.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;As a rule of thumb, brake fluid should always be replenished if the levels in its container decrease with every drive. Fluid level in the master cyclinder will drop as the linings, brake pads and shoes wear and the calipers extend further to compensate. Brake fluid level may also be low because of leaking, which can lead to loss of hydraulic pressure and the most dangerous- brake loss.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;It is very important to constantly monitor your brake fluid levels to ensure safe driving and fill according to the set level. Flush and change your brake fluid every 1-2 years to further ensure reliability and take note to never mix brake fluids with different DOT ratings as this can result to poor fluid performance.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;2. Power Steering – Is another type of hydraulic fluid that transmits the power steering system of cars, trucks and other modes of transportation. This is the fluid that guards your power-steering pump and rack from wear and tear. It requires constant monitoring and refilling from time to time according to the required level in its cylinder.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;A way to notice that your steering system is about to have a problem or that your power steering fluid is running low is when you turn the steering wheel and you hear whining noises. Have your car checked when this occurs to prevent serious damages to your power- steering system.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Note: There are products out in the market today that contain the combined properties of Power Steering and Automatic Transmission Fluids (ATF). Use any of these products to save and be protected more.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;3. Battery Fluid- Is the electrolyte fluid found inside the cells of your battery. If you are using the regular type of battery and not the maintenance free one, then you are required to refill your battery cells from time to time with electrolyte fluid.&lt;br /&gt;Standard battery for cars is 12V and usually has 6 individual cells inside it. To refill, simply remove the vent caps that can either be found on top or on the sides of the battery. Check and fill the electrolyte fluid inside.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Note: There are some brands of maintenance free batteries out in the market today that can run on dual power- meaning they also have vent caps for electrolyte fluids in case their power supply run out. Although this type of battery may not come cheap, it would be best for you to use it.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;4. Radiator Coolant- Is a mixture of anti-freeze fluid and water designed to protect the radiator and cooling system all year round. Using one will protect your engine from overheating. Most coolant products out in the market today come with various additives that can further help you against rust and other forms of corrosion, lubricate or increase the cooling efficiency of your cooling system.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Simply pour out the contents of your coolant to the radiator reservoir. Add water to the set level and you’re done.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;For maintenance, it is very important for you to drain and flush your coolant once a year (or depending on the product recommendations) and replace it with a new one.&lt;br /&gt;Note: Never mix different types of coolant together as this can lead to damage or a reduction of your car’s cooling system. Before changing to another brand, be sure to drain and flush your cooling system of the old one. See to it that the reservoirs of these fluids are in constant levels and refill when they’re not enough. Properly maintaining them will help ensure your safety and prolong the life of your car.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Buckle up and drive safely.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/4211300628974331941-8911039409682265270?l=autovaganzas.blogspot.com'/&gt;&lt;/div&gt;
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On such occasions, regularly checking your car for damage and necessary replacements such as car seat covers, windshields, engine oil status, and car floor mats, not only lengthens the service life of your car, but also maintains comfort and cleanliness.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Winter / Extreme Cold&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Driving through blizzards, iced roads, and chilly air is way different than driving through the bliss of a summer breeze. While safe driving is imperative all year long, driving during winter requires a lot of precaution and necessary steps to ensure optimum car control, safety and comfort.&lt;br /&gt;Speaking of comfort, changing the interior of a car to suit the cold weather is a must. Ditching those old sets of cotton jeep seat covers and switching to sheepskin car seat covers is one of the best ways to keep warm inside a car while a snowstorm is brewing outside. A great addition to provide some warmth inside a vehicle is a car warmer to complement those thick sheepskin jeep seat covers. Apart from generating heat to the car’s interior, car warmers also prevent vehicles from icing up and becoming brittle. Placing thick car floor mats can also help insulate your car and create warmth.&lt;br /&gt;Replacing regular tires with winter tires is also a good option to maintain maneuverability of the vehicle whendriving on snow and ice-covered roads. Winter tires offer better grip and road traction because special treads enable the snow to slide off as the tire rolls.&lt;br /&gt;To keep the car engine in tip-top shape throughout the winter, make sure that you put an antifreeze solution in your radiator every day to keep your engine from frosting. A 50/50 mixture of water and antifreeze solution at full level every single day will keep your engine running and protected from the biting cold. Keeping a daily track of the engine oil and other motor fluids, such as steering and brake fluids, is also a must to ensure the optimum performance of the car and your safety as well.&lt;br /&gt;You must also stock on windshield washer fluid in conjunction to replacing the wiper blades as you need to keep the windshield clean when driving out. Battery state must also be checked frequently because extreme cold strips the battery of its charge. Washing and waxing the car on a regular basis not only gives the car a boost in terms of looks during the winter, but also protects the body, the chassis, and the tires from salt corrosion.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Extreme Heat&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;When driving though extremely hot regions, such as deserts, or areas affected by heat waves, it is best that you prep your vehicle and yourself for the significant rise in temperature. Unchecked vehicles cruising through a heat wave may end up with blown tires or melted rubber accessories under the hood. Hoses, engine belts, and tires are made of rubber. Under extreme heat, they can easily cause a total breakdown of your vehicle.&lt;br /&gt;Checking the pressure of your tires not only prevents them from blowing up, but allows you to see if they need to be replaced. Worn-out tires are very vulnerable of blowing up under tremendous heat. Aside from tires, checking the engine for clogged air filters, corroded battery posts and the coolant level of your car before heading out to the road or desert trail is pretty much an imperative.&lt;br /&gt;You can leave air-conditioning out in the equation, as it is the one that provides interior cooling. Checking the status of the air-conditioning system’s refrigerant is one way to keep the cooling system running smooth.&lt;br /&gt;About the Author:Dan Bodrero has owned and operated his own store, manufacturing and selling seatcovers and dashboard mats for nearly every make and model of car truck or SUV. Dan takes pride in the quality of his workmanship and stands by every product that leaves his store. Each custom made seat cover is hand crafted from quality materials and is guaranteed to protect your automobile and fit securely and snugly.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/4211300628974331941-9130839105699756627?l=autovaganzas.blogspot.com'/&gt;&lt;/div&gt;
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It is believed that 5% of the total car failures are caused due to &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;car maintenance&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt; neglect. There are many car owners who ignore the worth of keeping their cars in a maintained condition and risk their own life. This is because sometimes this negligence may even cause a fatal accident. Therefore, maintain your car to ensure safer operation and safer driving.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Here is a complete guide to car maintenance:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Engine Oil&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Make sure that you check the engine oil once in every fifteen days. The best way to check the oil is by using the engine oil dipstick that is available with every car. Wipe the dirt from the dipstick and insert it down into the oil tank. Then, pull out the stick and check whether the reaches the ‘Full’ mark in the stick or not.&lt;br /&gt;If in case you find that the level is low, add more fuel to bring it to the perfect level but ensure that the fuel used is of the same type and brand. Also check the condition of the oil. If it’s too black, change the fuel, if it’s dark-brown, you can still go on another few miles without changing. If in case you find the oil to be white in colour it shows that the engine coolant has got mixed with the oil. In such a situation, you need to get your car checked at a service station and resolve the internal engine problem.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Engine Coolant&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Check for the level of &lt;/span&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.turbomaintain.blogspot.com/"&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;car engine&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt; coolant. The level should be between ‘Low’ and ‘Full’ mark. If it’s below the ‘Low’ mark, top it up by adding more coolant and get your car checked at an authorized service centre. This is because low level of engine coolant leads to overheating and if there is no overflow of the coolant, then definitely there is a leakage somewhere in the engine. Never try to open the coolant overflow tank when the car engine is hot.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Car Tyres&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Car Tyres are an integral part of a car without which the car cannot be driven. Therefore, it is very important to take good care of the tyres. Check the tyre pressure periodically to ensure appropriate amount of pressure. Both under-inflation and over-inflation of tyres may cause premature tyre failure. Over-inflation may even cause tyre jumping, which in turn may lead to a serious accident. The required pressure is mentioned in the Owner’s Manual.&lt;br /&gt;Tyre rotation is also very important as this will help uniform wear of the tyre. It is believed that tyres should be rotated after every 5000 km or when a uniform wear is noticed on the surface of the tyre. There is a safe limit of the tyre tread wear and if this limit is crossed, it becomes unsafe to drive the car. Wheel balancing and wheel alignment is also important as improper balancing and alignment damages the tyre components and results in poor handling. Improper alignment may even cause your car to skid if the road is wet.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;div class="blogger-post-footer"&gt;&lt;img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/4211300628974331941-2912512778447246754?l=autovaganzas.blogspot.com'/&gt;&lt;/div&gt;
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