Keep Your Car In Shape With These Auto Repair Tips

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Keep Your Car In Shape With These Auto Repair Tips
If you own a car, you know how annoying car troubles are. You'll waste precious time or money on mechanic repairs or self repairs. While both strategies can be annoying, the tips in this article can help you decide what to do.

Inspect your radiator once in a while. Run your car, turn it off then pop the hood. You should never open your radiator whenever your car is turned on. Check the level of fluid in radiator and add any if necessary. Be mindful that some coolants are meant to be mixed with 50% water.

Ask the tech if they've done work on your model and make of car before. If they have, they probably know what it takes to make the needed repairs.

Have records for your car on hand. One good place to keep them is in a folder in the trunk right above your spare tire. Professional mechanics will ask to review the records. These documents can help the mechanic figure out the problem quicker.

Try to find out whats wrong with your vehicle before calling a mechanic. This will save you a ton of money, and it can prevent you from becoming a fraud victim. You may already know that a few mechanics sometime engage in dishonesty if they think they can make a larger profit.

Have a DIY kit for auto repair in your car at all times. You should have basic tools such as equipment to change a tire, fix a flat, add oil and a gallon of water. A lug wrench and a jack are essential. You need both types of screw drivers, a ratchet set, torque wrench, and socket wrenches. Cheap tools are not worth your money. Get good, reliable tools that are not easy to break.

Your vehicle can be repaired more easily with the right amount of knowledge. These tips can really help when you need a better auto repair experience. Your car will thank you.