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How to Inspect an Accessory Belt Drive System
Did you know that cooling system failure is one of the main causes of roadside breakdown in Canada? Looking at just...
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DIY Tutorial: How to Replace a Fuel Pump
Need to change your fuel pump? These step-by-step instructions from the experts at NAPA Canada make replacing a fuel pump...
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DIY Tutorial: How to Replace Engine Gaskets
Armed with these tips from the auto pros at NAPA Canada, you'll be able to replace your gaskets in no...
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The 1-Second Tire Test That Could Save Your Life
Phones may not be the number one culprit when it comes to safe driving.
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Car Freshening Hacks You Probably Haven’t Thought Of
These unconventional tips will help get rid of car smells and keep unwanted odours at bay.
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7 Reasons Why You Should Never Go to Another Car Wash
Between the whipping brushes, acid-etching chemicals and mineral deposits, you might want to think twice before heading to the car...
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How to Repair a Car Heater Hose
It's a good idea to keep a heater hose repair kit in your car (and learn how to use it)...
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How to Change Front Brake Pads: Step By Step Instructions
Changing front brake pads is simpler than replacing rear disc brakes, and if you have experience doing basic repairs the...
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How to Diagnose and Repair a Broken Auto Light Socket
Got a headlight out? Use these four simple steps to determine if your bad headlight or taillight is caused by...
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5 Invaluable Tools You Should Always Have in Your Car
These tools will always get you out of a jam—and possibly save your life.
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How to Do an Oil Change Yourself: DIY Oil Change Tips You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner
One of the most critical maintenance chores for cars is changing the oil regularly. Learn how to do an oil...
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How to Clean a Motorcycle: Motorcycle Detailing Tips From the Pros
Whether you're selling your bike or just want it to look its best, detailing a motorcycle pays dividends. Find out...
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How to Repair a Leather Car Seat
Leather car seat repair might seem like a job for the pros, but don't discount the DIY options at your...
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This Is How Much Gas You Should Be Keeping in Your Tank
Keeping this much gas in the tank can help prevent damage and extend the life of your car.
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100 Car Maintenance Tasks You Can Do on Your Own
Car maintenance seems daunting at first, but start small and work up the car repair ladder. Here are 100 car...
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Replacing Power Door Locks: Step-by-Step Instructions
Power door locks not working? You'll likely have to replace the actuator, which is a DIY job provided you have...
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How to Clean Cloudy Headlights
Learn how to clean cloudy headlights with these do-it-yourself tips, and save a whack of cash in headlight replacement costs.
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How to Care For Your Car Battery: The 10-Minute Car Battery Check-Up
Keep your car battery working at peak performance (and avoid an expensive service charge) with these tips for a 10-minute seasonal...
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Dead Battery? Here’s How to Jump-Start a Car With a Booster Pack
Learn about the latest jump-starting methods and about what you need to safely jump-start and replace a car battery with...
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10 Creative Ways to Stay Warm in a Car That Has No Heat
If you don't have heat in your car and the temperatures drop, you could be in for a very uncomfortable...
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How to Silence Your Car’s Annoying Squeaks—in 10 Minutes Flat
By the time you start hearing squeaks and groans whenever you open your door, hood, gas tank lid or trunk,...
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How to Fix a Car’s Power Antenna
Fix a car power antenna that's stuck by replacing a burned-out motor or bad cable/mast.
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This Is What Reporting Car Trouble Will Be Like in the Future
If you think your car is high-tech now, just wait. When driverless cars arrive in a few years, computers might...
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How to Replace Your Car’s Cabin Air Filter
Get expert tips on changing your car's cabin air filter, and learn how to keep the air in your car...
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Why You Need to Wrap Your Car Key Fob in Foil
No, it has nothing to do with UFOs.
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15 Strangest Things Mechanics Have Found in Cars
Think French fries on the floorboard and stinky gym shoes in the back seat of your car is bad? That's...
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Drivers Make Hilarious Confessions About How Clean Their Cars Really Are
The inside of your car is either clean and tidy, or a disaster area. Rarely is there an in-between.
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7 Car Maintenance Jobs you Can Do Yourself
You don't have to be a professional mechanic to tackle these 10-minute car maintenance jobs.
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15 DIY Car Wash Tricks and Tips
Cut through that built up grime and dirt and get your car sparkling with these easy do-it-yourself car wash solutions.