8 Things I Wish I Knew Before Changing My Own Oil
Check out these tips and learn from past mistakes before you pop the hood to change your engine oil.
Why Do My Tires Squeak While Driving?
Squeaking tires while driving isn't just annoying — it could be a warning of a serious problem. Don't ignore that...
Why Do My Brakes Lock Up When Trying to Stop?
Brakes locking up, whether in an emergency or while simply slowing down, can be a frightening experience. Here's what you...
Why Do My Brakes Keep Grinding?
If you hear your brakes grinding, something is wrong. Here are four likely causes for the noise and what you...
Watch Out for These 13 Common Car Repair Scams
Unless you're a car expert or best friends with a mechanic, you might be tricked into paying for services you...
Why Is My Car Leaking Oil?
Whether it's a couple of drops or a big puddle, ignoring an oil leak can quickly lead to expensive engine...
How to Plug a Leaky Tire
Got a flat tire? If a small puncture is the culprit, there's a good chance you can fix it yourself....
How to Replace a Broken Brake Light
Got a brake light that's not working? In less time than it takes to drive to the auto repair shop,...
How to Increase the Lifespan of Your Tires
The answer to the seemingly simple question "How long do car tires last?" isn't that simple. Here's why.
How to Clean a Car Air Filter
Extend the life of your engine air filter and increase your gas mileage by cleaning your air filter with a...
How to Check Tire Pressure
Learning how to check tire pressure is easy and inexpensive. Make it a part of your monthly maintenance routine in...
How to Change Rear Brake Pads
Maintaining disc brakes is a perfect opportunity for DIYers to get their hands dirty and save a few hundred dollars.
What to Do When Your Engine Is Knocking
Take action to stop engine knocking before your engine becomes seriously damaged.
What Is a Brake Caliper (And How To Tell if Mine is Bad)?
If your car is equipped with disc brakes, brake calipers are critical to slowing and stopping your car. Here's what...
How to Fix a Seized Engine
Sitting idle can cause an engine to seize. Learn how to free it and get your vehicle running again.
How to Clean Your Engine Bay
Extend the life of your engine and preserve the value of your vehicle by learning how to clean the engine...
How to Change a Tire
Do you know how to change a tire? It's really not that difficult. Here are some tips that will make...
How to Change Car Oil
Save money and do the job right
How to Measure Tire Tread
Watch and learn how to measure tire tread
Car Maintenance: Make Your Tires Last
Maintain proper tire pressure
How to Safely Jack Up a Truck
Follow these steps to get your truck up on jacks and ready to work on.
How to Replace a Valve Cover Gasket Leak in 3 Steps
Replace the leaking valve cover gasket on a 4-cylinder engine in less than an hour
How to Clean a Throttle Body
This 10-minute throttle body fix could solve your rough idle problem with just a little throttle body cleaner
How to Change Coolant
Let our auto repair expert save you big bucks and show you how to change your own coolant.
What Is a Brake Light Switch and When Should You Replace It?
The brake light switch on your vehicle serves an important safety function. Learn how to test it and determine when...
How to Change the Oil in Your Car in 4 Simple Steps
A DIY oil change can be quick, tidy and you'll save big.
How to Change Your Engine Coolant
Over time, engine coolant loses its anticorrosive properties and lubricating ability. Some carmakers recommend changing the coolant every 30,000 miles....
