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Car Wise: Bad Battery Signs & How To Start Your Car

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A good battery is meant to last about 7 years as long as you take care of it. But there are a few more things you should know. The following guide will help you notice the signs of a bad battery and teach you how to start your car if your battery dies. Signs Of A Dying Battery The following are just some signs that you have a bad battery:…

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3 Things You Should Do When Your Car Breaks Down On The Freeway

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Traveling at freeway speeds can be frightening if your car suddenly shows signs of wearing down. Whether you have to pull over due to a flat tire or your vehicle is blowing smoke, learn what you should do when your car breaks down on the freeway. Get as close to the side of the road as possible As soon as your engine light turns on, you feel your vehicle jostling due to a loose tire, or you see smoke coming out of your hood, pull over as soon as you can.…

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3 Reasons You Should Invest In Roadside Assistance Coverage

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Whether you travel often or just use your car to run errands and get to work each day, you never know when you may find yourself in an unpleasant road situation while behind the wheel. It’s a good idea to fully protect yourself so that you can get help when you need it and so that you can be as comfortable as possible. Many drivers choose to invest in roadside assistance coverage for this reason.…

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Learn How A Towing Company Can Help Your Small Business

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Owning a business can be quite stressful. There are a lot of things that you will have to keep up with on a daily basis to ensure that your patrons are satisfied and happy at all times. One issue that many business owners forget to take into consideration is their parking lot. Your parking lot needs to be available for your patrons only. Post signs that state that the parking is only for individuals that come into your business and that other vehicles will be towed.…

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DIY: Signs That It Is Time To Change Your Fuel Filter

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The trajectory that gasoline uses to get to your engine is a long one, and includes your fuel filter. You may not think about it often, but the fuel filter must be changed from time to time. The following is a simple guide to change your fuel filter and symptoms to watch out for.  Signs of a Fuel Filter Issue The following are a few signs that may reveal it is time to change your fuel filter:…

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Keys To Getting A Good Deal On A Used Car

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Buying a new car might not be the right move for a couple of reasons: For starters, your car will never be worth more money than when you first drive it off the lot. Thus, shelling out a lot of money for a new car can mean throwing money away. Another problem with new cars is that your insurance costs will typically be higher with a new car than with an older car.…

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Three Important Things To Remember When It Comes To Your Transmission

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Since your car’s transmission is one of the costliest parts to be repaired, you will especially want to pay attention to the tranny. Here are three important things to remember when it comes to your transmission. Routine Maintenance It is always the best policy to practice routine maintenance on your vehicle. Three parts of the transmission that will require routine maintenance include: Transmission fluid - this liquid keeps all the moving parts of the transmission lubricated and working properly Pan gasket - if this gets cracked or worn, transmission fluid can leak causing major mechanical problems Transmission filter - when this gets clogged or dirty it can cause unnecessary wear and tear on the transmission It is always best to remove dirt and grime from around the transmission when these parts are being replaced or repaired to keep the engine running smoothly.…

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How To Make Even The Worst Car Interior Look Better

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The quality of your car and how long it lasts will have a lot to do with whether you clean the interior of your car often enough. You might think that dirt simply affects how your interior looks, but dirt can also contain chemicals that can be very corrosive to your car interior. You will also need to take protective measures so that your car looks great on the inside when it comes time to sell it.…

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Removing A Vehicle From Your Yard

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If you have a vehicle that you will not longer be utilizing, you may be wondering what your options are to remove it from your property. There are a few alternatives you could look into to have an automobile safely removed and a few tips on how to go about having someone come to your home to take them for you. Private Sales You could try to sell your vehicle to have it removed.…

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How To Stop False Black Water Tank Overfill Alarms

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One thing that you never want to have problems with when RVing is the Black water tank (the tank that holds the human waste). This tank is equipped with an indicator system that is meant to alert you when the tank needs to be emptied. There are times in which this indicator system can give you an inaccurate reading. If you find that your Black water tank level indicator is giving you false readings, there are a few things you can do.…

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