Guilty of most. I go still sell am here as neatly used

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Our government is guilty of some of these points.

pyro62:


Do you have either 330 or 300 Lexus for sale?

We don't sell cars Sir. We specialize in Comprehensive Vehicle History Reports.

However we could put you in touch with reliable sellers.

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soberdrunk:
Good thing OP used the word "car" not "vehicle"

Can you differentiate between the two?

Filing my fuel tank always make me cuise around town with no particular destination. For this reason,I buy only 10liters whenever am going out just to limit my cruising.

MadCow1:
The Government already ruined all cars by not tarring our roads..


Thanks for sharing though.

Pass this message on to 10 people or the brainbox of your car will be stolen.

Biko that is an expensive swear ooo..


my car no get coolant for over a year and the temperature barley reaches 1/2 marker.. if i put coolant will the temp guage ever rise.

I have check engine light ever since now i feel it is normal sef... like if i dont see it "on" on a car dashboard i will feel you check engine light is not working.. my mind.. like [/b]IT MUST BE ON[b]

Low fuel guage... hmm.. lemme not talk

bump... biko is our express smooth seft... just imagine driving on 3MB and i will no press brake for the co-joining liners (i dont know what they are called)

washing of car.. him let me not talk this one too..


chai so last last im destroying my car...

(dust slippers)

Okay.

Highly informative. Thanks

abdulazeez1002:
Is it not your car?

is the advice meant for you?

I don’t concur with the last one. That theory is not meant for us here in Africa.

Check engine light has been on my car dashboard since all this while...

Can a damage tire sensor result to check engine light?

I would need a car to believe all these! Anyine can help

Nice writeup.

But does this apply to the Danfos , beetle and 504?

autojosh:
Not Avoiding Or Slowing Down for Speed Bumps or Potholes



Running into a speed bump or pothole too fast or carelessly will destroy your suspension and wheel alignment. To avoid any of these damages to your car, reduce your car speed when you are approaching a speed bump or pothole.



Allowing Your Fuel Tank Run Low



Driving your car when it is low on fuel can cause it some damage. If you run the car low on fuel consistently, you can over-stress the fuel pump and making it hotter which can cause premature damage to it.

When there is not enough fuel in the tank, the fuel pump does not get the same level of protection as it would otherwise.

Your car’s fuel pump is located inside the gas tank. In order to function properly, it needs to be completely submerged in fuel. Typically, this means you need at least ¼ of a tank to keep it submerged.

Long-term exposure to air can lead to early deterioration of the fuel pump.

Leaving it constantly exposed to air can cause the pump to suck in air and generate heat. This also allows sediment to build up in your tank. This can reduce the working life of your fuel pump significantly.

When properly used and maintained, a fuel pump should last at least 100,000 miles if not the lifetime of your vehicle.




Using the Wrong Engine Oil



Choosing the right oil during an oil change is very important. When you are servicing of your car, it is important that you choose the right oil during an oil change.

Oil is very important to the engine. So you should ensure to take great care to use only the recommended product for your car. Using the wrong oil will cause damage to your engine.

The thickness of the oil (viscosity) affects how the oil does its job. Each car engine was designed for a specific viscosity. There is a whole lot of difference between 5W-30 and 10W-30 engine oil. Always stick with the manufacturer recommendation, conveniently found in your owner’s manual.



Ignoring the Check Engine light



When your Check Engine light comes on, it is your car’s way of calling your attention to a fault. The problem could a minor one, but if left untreated, it could turn into something very costly.

Investigate the potential problems yourself or take the car to a mechanic and have it checked.

If the check engine light remains constant, the vehicle’s problem is not an emergency but you should get the fault checked as soon as possible. However, when the check engine light is blinking that means there could be a severe engine misfire and that may cause unburned fuel to be dumped into the exhaust system




Using Wrong Cleaning Products



We often make the mistake of assuming that it does not really matter how we wash your car, as long as you get it clean. Well actually, using the wrong products or accessories can damage your paintwork, making it look dull and scratched.

For instance, Using wrong cleaning products containing ammonia on tinted windows will cause them to be discoloured (purple-tinted).

Most of the cleaners sold for car upholstery can also cause the vinyl and leather seats to fade.

Use a dedicated automotive window cleaner or water instead. Water removes most dirt and debris quickly and easily, without damaging the interior or exterior of a car.

Taking that extra bit of time to do the job properly will keep your car looking as good as new – not only making it look better as you drive but also potentially making it easier to sell.




Ignoring Unusual Sounds



Strange car noises are often a clue that something is wrong with your car. Therefore, when you hear these unusual sounds from your car, it means there might be a fault with your car. Ignoring those sounds can increase the cost of maintenance or cause expensive damage to the car. Do inspect your car carefully when those noises happen.





Not Using the Parking Brake



The parking brake locks the wheels on a car. This way it ensures that the car does not roll or move when parked.

It also protects the transmission when the car is parked. Your car is not meant to be held in place by the transmission. That is the job of the parking brake.

Whether you drive a manual or automatic transmission, you should always use your parking brake. Whenever you park the car, apply the parking brake. That is the only way to make sure that the cables do not seize up. If you have not used the parking brakes in a while, do not try using it without having it inspected!

Also, remember to release the parking brake before driving off.




Filling Your Radiator With Water only


Whether you know it as coolant or antifreeze, this product is just an addictive that serve to keep the water in your car from freezing in cold weather and from boiling and overheating in hot weather. Either of these conditions can cause a breakdown and serious damage to your engine.

So, to keep the water in your engine from freezing or boiling overuse an antifreeze/coolant.

Use a 50/50 mix of water and coolant or as recommended.


Source:

https://autojosh.com/you-are-ruining-your-car-if-you-are-guilty-of-any-of-the-following/

thanks @ op.

Anything is possible #myownride

Check engine light is a sign that something is wrong or bad in your engine or your transmission system.And electrician cannot erase it permanently unless the problem is fixed.
My advice is to scan the vehicle.Scanning will bring some fault codes that may start from (P).It is this codes that points to where the problem is.Then u can talk of who and how to fix the problem.

Alal:
Our government is guilty of some of these points.

Some or all. After all when the cars break down it is our common wealth/taxes that will be used to purchase the latest models.

achymmania:
I don’t concur with the last one. That theory is not meant for us here in Africa.

Why? It also prevents water from boiling under hot temperature.

IneedSugarMumy1:
I beg check engine light have been on mt dashboard

After service it didn't go off

Mechanic said electrician will off it with computer

Is it true

Did you scan car before fixing?

...and if you drive your car without putting your seatbelt, it can cause damage to your engine.

Sirseedorf:
I'm not running my car, I've packed it inside my garage ..

Why?

It depends. If the problem has been resolved after me the flash, it might go off automatically. Sometimes it requires the OBD reader, computer, to wipe it off after service has been done. If the problem is not fixed before wiping it off with a computer, the engine light will reappear.

IneedSugarMumy1:
I beg check engine light have been on mt dashboard

After service it didn't go off

Mechanic said electrician will off it with computer

Is it true

Onye kpo nkita bia church?

Tonysmith4sure:
...and if you drive your car without putting your seatbelt, it can cause damage to your engine.

pyro62:

Do you have either 330 or 300 Lexus for sale?

yes both..... location is Lagos

Because I don't one

good .

People wey no get car suppose comment ?

That fuel level point touch me deeply.

Because I often buy N1,500 fuel but I will repent and start buying at least 1/4 tank to keep my fuel pump fully submerged.

From experience, 90% of people who drive their personal cars know little or nothing about vehicle maintenance.

post=81659781:
Nice post.. but for the antifreeze and coolant part. If you have had to change your radiator in time past to a new radiator I understand that using antifreeze in it can result in damage of the radiator.

Are you saying coolant shouldn't be used?