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Car Tips: Keys To A Long-lasting Vehicle by hrhjnr(m): 2:59pm On Jun 10, 2016 |
“Neglected vehicle care almost always means much higher costs down the line in the form of more extensive repairs or lost resale value,” said Rich White, executive director, Car Care Council. “Following a routine maintenance program makes financial sense, extending useful vehicle life and helping avoid costly repairs down the road.” The Car Care Council recommends 10 basic maintenance procedures to keep your car operating at its best for the long haul: 1. Check all fluids, including engine oil, power steering, brake and transmission as well as windshield washer solvent and antifreeze/coolant. 5 Likes 3 Shares
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Re: Car Tips: Keys To A Long-lasting Vehicle by hrhjnr(m): 3:01pm On Jun 10, 2016 |
2. Check the hoses and belts to make sure they are not cracked, brittle, frayed, loose or showing signs of excessive wear. 2 Likes 1 Share
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Re: Car Tips: Keys To A Long-lasting Vehicle by hrhjnr(m): 3:02pm On Jun 10, 2016 |
3. Check the battery and replace if necessary. Make sure the connection is clean, tight and corrosion-free. 2 Likes
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Re: Car Tips: Keys To A Long-lasting Vehicle by hrhjnr(m): 3:05pm On Jun 10, 2016 |
4. Check the brake system annually and have the brake linings, rotors and drums inspected at each oil change. 1 Like
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Re: Car Tips: Keys To A Long-lasting Vehicle by hrhjnr(m): 3:07pm On Jun 10, 2016 |
5. Inspect the exhaust system for leaks, damage and broken supports or hangers if there is an unusual noise. Exhaust leaks can be dangerous and must be corrected without delay. 2 Likes
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Re: Car Tips: Keys To A Long-lasting Vehicle by hrhjnr(m): 3:08pm On Jun 10, 2016 |
6. Schedule a tune-up to help the engine deliver the best balance of power and fuel economy and produce the lowest level of emissions. 2 Likes 1 Share
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Re: Car Tips: Keys To A Long-lasting Vehicle by hrhjnr(m): 3:17pm On Jun 10, 2016 |
7. Check the heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) system as proper heating and cooling performance is critical for interior comfort and for safety reasons such as defrosting. 2 Likes
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Re: Car Tips: Keys To A Long-lasting Vehicle by hrhjnr(m): 3:18pm On Jun 10, 2016 |
8. Inspect the steering and suspension system annually including shock absorbers, struts and chassis parts such as ball joints, tie rod ends and other related components. 3 Likes
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Re: Car Tips: Keys To A Long-lasting Vehicle by hrhjnr(m): 3:20pm On Jun 10, 2016 |
9. Check the tires, including tire pressure and tread. Uneven wear indicates a need for wheel alignment. Tires should also be checked for bulges and bald spots. 1 Like
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Re: Car Tips: Keys To A Long-lasting Vehicle by hrhjnr(m): 3:21pm On Jun 10, 2016 |
10. Check the wipers and lighting so that you can see and be seen. Check that all interior and exterior lighting is working properly and replace worn wiper blades so you can see clearly when driving during precipitation. http://carworldng..com.ng/2016/02/car-tips-keys-to-long-lasting-vehicle.html 3 Likes 1 Share
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Re: Car Tips: Keys To A Long-lasting Vehicle by Riversides2003(m): 6:46am On Jun 11, 2016 |
FTC PRAISE GOD 3 Likes |
Re: Car Tips: Keys To A Long-lasting Vehicle by kelvyn7: 6:48am On Jun 11, 2016 |
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Re: Car Tips: Keys To A Long-lasting Vehicle by Ladams90: 6:48am On Jun 11, 2016 |
Love this. Really nice 2 Likes |
Re: Car Tips: Keys To A Long-lasting Vehicle by famnek(f): 6:50am On Jun 11, 2016 |
Riversides2003: Where I just leave, you dey hurry go. |
Re: Car Tips: Keys To A Long-lasting Vehicle by steveab(m): 6:50am On Jun 11, 2016 |
Thanks for the tips 2 Likes |
Re: Car Tips: Keys To A Long-lasting Vehicle by pfadom: 6:50am On Jun 11, 2016 |
Nice one! Quite informative. 1 Like |
Re: Car Tips: Keys To A Long-lasting Vehicle by Afromalaika(m): 6:51am On Jun 11, 2016 |
Good work 1 Like |
Re: Car Tips: Keys To A Long-lasting Vehicle by brunofarad(m): 6:51am On Jun 11, 2016 |
Ok 1 Like |
Re: Car Tips: Keys To A Long-lasting Vehicle by Jobabori(m): 6:52am On Jun 11, 2016 |
I pray Nigerian pay due attention to these details so as to reduce accidents and cost of maintainance. If this is done, one day we shall also be selling our cars as 'tokunbo' to other countries. 4 Likes |
Re: Car Tips: Keys To A Long-lasting Vehicle by mondee02(m): 7:00am On Jun 11, 2016 |
Thanks, i will all these. 1 Like |
Re: Car Tips: Keys To A Long-lasting Vehicle by x6blade(m): 7:03am On Jun 11, 2016 |
It cost a lot to do these sort of check ups especially in Nigeria 1 Like |
Re: Car Tips: Keys To A Long-lasting Vehicle by Tinyemeka(m): 7:09am On Jun 11, 2016 |
Check all these things on top only one vehicle? I won't even have time to breathe. If I have 2 vehicles nko? Abeg na Legedese Benz sure pass. What's the danger of driving with a leaking exhaust system? Heard that besides the increased emission, it also increases fuel consumption. How true? |
Re: Car Tips: Keys To A Long-lasting Vehicle by Nobody: 7:15am On Jun 11, 2016 |
Said in USA. |
Re: Car Tips: Keys To A Long-lasting Vehicle by Seunolad1(m): 7:16am On Jun 11, 2016 |
Thank yoU jare, actually;in fact it informative. Also useful for me 1 Like |
Re: Car Tips: Keys To A Long-lasting Vehicle by sharpchap: 7:16am On Jun 11, 2016 |
Always do the checks. Pay little now or pay plenty later! 2 Likes |
Re: Car Tips: Keys To A Long-lasting Vehicle by bellokeshi(m): 7:31am On Jun 11, 2016 |
Nice one. Thanks |
Re: Car Tips: Keys To A Long-lasting Vehicle by firstolalekan(m): 7:33am On Jun 11, 2016 |
I must buy my own soon. 2 Likes |
Re: Car Tips: Keys To A Long-lasting Vehicle by firstolalekan(m): 7:37am On Jun 11, 2016 |
hrhjnr:Putting wiper on headlamp is very very unnecessary THE MANUFACTURER NA MUMU |
Re: Car Tips: Keys To A Long-lasting Vehicle by netflicks(m): 7:39am On Jun 11, 2016 |
U can't do it all at once.. Na small small economy hard now 3 Likes |
Re: Car Tips: Keys To A Long-lasting Vehicle by CircleOfWilis: 8:03am On Jun 11, 2016 |
In conclusion Check everything. And wake the govt from their slumber, bad vehicles are a function of our bad roads... 7 Likes
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Re: Car Tips: Keys To A Long-lasting Vehicle by Houseofglam7(f): 8:28am On Jun 11, 2016 |
Front page worthy. 2 Likes |
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