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5 parts in the car that are changed by motorists themselves in order to save money

11/29/2022

Every citizen of Kazakhstan can independently carry out maintenance and repair of his car, but not in all cases. Some procedures can be performed even by people who do not understand the technical device of the car at all. I will tell you about what tasks we are talking about in this new material.

Every citizen of Kazakhstan can independently carry out maintenance and repair of his car, but not in all cases. Some procedures can be performed even by people who do not understand the technical device of the car at all. I will tell you about what tasks we are talking about in this new material.

1) Brake pads.

The safety of the driver and passengers largely depends on the condition of the braking system. In Soviet times, car owners were told that they should know exactly what kind of brakes they had and check them regularly. The ability to change brake pads was considered almost a basic skill. This opinion is shared by many automotive experts today. You can find out about the need to replace the brake pads by a strange screeching sound or a strong tremor of the brakes and an excessively long braking distance. To replace parts, a set of tools is required, which should be in the garage of every car owner. This is a C-shaped clamp for pressing the caliper, a wrench for loosening the bolt and wheel nut, as well as wrenches for new brake pads. The principle of replacing brake pads for a specific car model is described in detail on the Internet.

Clean spark plugs An ordinary car owner can also clean spark plugs without having the necessary skills and special tools. The service life of the spark plug is determined by the manufacturer. It usually lasts for a maximum of 30,000 cycles. During this time, the electrodes burn out. If there is excessive contact wear on the plug, it is defective and must be replaced. If the insulator is intact and the contacts are not worn out, the spark plug can be redone. These elements should be checked twice a year. If spark plugs are to be repaired, it is sufficient to remove carbon, sediment and deposits that may have formed during operation.
Brake fluid.

The maximum service life specified for the brake fluid is two years. After this time, the brake fluid must be replaced. The only exception is racing cars. The brake fluid must be changed every 5,000 km. During operation, the brake fluid can heat up to 180 degrees Celsius, and during sudden braking — up to 200 degrees Celsius. Gradually, moisture enters the brake fluid, and its temperature decreases. As a result, it can boil even at a temperature of 145 degrees Celsius, and in an emergency, even the brakes can be blocked. Check the brake fluid with a brake fluid tester. A modern car owner should also have such a device in his garage. Complete replacement of consumables must be carried out in accordance with the technical card. As for the tools, you will need a wrench No. 8 or 10, a hose and a basin into which the used liquid will drain, as well as an unnecessary piece of cloth.

air filter.

The driver can also replace the air filter himself. The engine operation depends on the efficiency of air transmission with this consumable, so it must be replaced immediately, but problems should not be expected. Experienced car owners can handle this operation, even if they are novice drivers. Replacing the air filter should not take more than half an hour. It should be carried out at least once a year. For this procedure, you will need a set of phillips screwdrivers, a wrench, a new filter, a paper towel and pliers. On modern cars until 2010, the air filter at the outlet is equipped with a closed air filter. The open-top filter has a corrugated paper element that is responsible for filtration. On carburetor engines, the open air filter cover is located under the engine.

Engine oil and oil filter.

One of the most important things to do before winter comes is to replace the engine oil and oil filter. And this is a more difficult task. For experienced owners, it takes about an hour, and for beginners — more time.

But this skill will help you save a lot of money in the future. Proper and timely replacement of engine oil will ensure a long service life of the engine. To replace it, you need the simplest tools and engine oil of the right viscosity. To choose the right liquid, it is best to follow the manufacturer's recommendations, and not the advice of so-called experts on the Internet. For the procedure, you will need a watering can, a container for old oil, a key for the oil filter, the filter itself and a socket wrench. Before starting the replacement, it is necessary to start the engine for a few minutes so that the oil warms up. You will see a drain plug on the oil pan.

Loosen it with a socket wrench, remove and drain the oil into the tank. Then you need to replace the plug, replace the filter and top up with fresh engine oil. However, even if the car owner has the necessary skills to maintain his car independently, this does not mean that he can refuse the services of a licensed service provider. Modern cars have a complex design, and every mechanic has special knowledge. This ensures that they do their job at a high level

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