Automobile Repair
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If you're trying to repair your auto, then it's very likely that something is wrong! The first step is diagnosing the problem. Once you figure out what's wrong, the next step is to remedy the problem. This may or may not involve replacing a part. The final step is putting everything back together.
- Introduction
- Before you buy
- Diagnosing the problem
- Steps to take before beginning any auto repair task
- What do I stand to gain from learning auto repair?
- Why a wikibook? And a list of reliable resources
Routine Maintenance Tasks[edit | edit source]
- Tire pressure
- Checking the oil level
- Spark plugs
- Oil change
- Radiator flush and fill
- Research
- Transmission fluid change
- Brake fluid change
- Optimizing Fuel Economy
Understanding Modern Cars[edit | edit source]
- Serious auto repair: you can do it, but it takes knowledge.
- What you can expect to learn and fix
- The engine system
- The ignition system
- The starting system
- The electrical system
- The cooling system
- The suspension system
- The emissions system
- The fuel system
- The battery and charging systems
- The brake system
- The transmission
- Wheel alignment
- "Smart" car systems
- Electrical and Hybrid Cars
Cars By Make[edit | edit source]
- Acura
- AMC
- Audi
- BMW
- Buick
- Cadillac
- Chevrolet
- Chrysler
- Citroen
- Daihatsu
- DeLorean
- Dodge
- Fiat
- Ford
- Geo
- GMC
- Honda
- Hyundai
- Jaguar
- Jeep
- Kia
- Land Rover
- Lexus
- Lincoln
- Mercedes-Benz
- Mercury
- Mini
- Mitsubishi
- Nissan
- Oldsmobile
- Opel
- Plymouth
- Pontiac
- Porsche
- Proton
- Renault
- Saab
- Saturn
- Scion
- Subaru
- Tesla
- Toyota
- Volkswagen
- Volvo
Repair jobs to do yourself[edit | edit source]
There are many jobs which you can do yourself and save money, including: