Car maintenance has been, and is still one of the major concerns when it comes to safety on the roads. This is because poor maintenance may cause car system to fail, which may result in road accidents. Before a car can be released at the assembly line, it passes through several inspection processes in order for it to be considered roadworthy. Once one buys a car, they should ensure that they maintain its roadworthiness status. However, this can be hard since several components in the car’s system degrade over time due to several factors such as the changes in usage conditions. This is where vehicle maintenance in terms of predictive, preventive and corrective maintenance comes in. It is important for car owners to have basic vehicle maintenance …show more content…
A manufacturer’s manual is the best tool that explains I detail the needs and functions of the car. This includes all the type of fluids that can be used by the engine, where the fluids should be added and how to read the fluid level indicators, among other useful information. Nowadays, vehicles have incorporated more sophisticated systems than they had in the 1970s and ‘80s. However, the basic car maintenance practices still apply to all kinds of vehicles. It does not require one to have in-depth knowledge of vehicles and how the systems work in order to effectively maintain it. Making regular checks and addressing various issues promptly can improve the car’s conditioning hence guaranteeing the safety of the passengers. One of the most important regular checks is examining the exterior; this includes examining the tire pressure and ensuring that they are properly inflated. One should also be able to identify a worn out tire an replace it. This is because just as under-inflated or over-inflated tires affect the braking capabilities of the vehicle, worn out tires can also cause problems. One can also check for bumper and body damages, leaking of fluids, presence of smoke in the exhaust, engine and fluid warning lights, among others. Making these regular checks is simple and also important to the life and durability of the …show more content…
Motorists can also learn how to replace some of these components by themselves.. Some of the tune-ups found in most engines include actual motor work or electrical tune-ups such as spark plug, distributor cap replacement and cables. Apart from the basic car maintenances that an individual can carry out without the help of a mechanic, it is also important to visit a service station or garage from time to time. Mechanics have all the necessary equipments required to pick up any spot one might have missed in their self-maintenance routines. However, it is important to try and understand what is wrong with the vehicle before asking for mechanic services.
Motorists nowadays should be able to understand basic vehicle maintenance as more sophisticated systems and components are being introduces into the vehicles. For effective basic maintenance, it is important to address any issues, including engine knocking and other noises within the vehicle promptly. It is important to learn and understand basic car maintenance tips as they ensure long durability and life of the
The simple car that was easy to fix with some simple tools have now become as complex as a supercomputer on wheels. Most people today have decided that automobiles of today are too complicated and just send their cars to a professional for repairs. As of January 2013, the average age of a vehicle operating on the roads today is 11.4 years old. (Associated Press, 2013). People are holding on to their cars a lot longer than in the past. Although, some claim that it is because today’s cars last longer. There is no doubt that today’s economy is also playing a part in the public’s reluctance to part with their older vehicles. However, cars will always need repairs.
Preparation for the shift often begins while one is walking into the station, because the thorough inspection of the fire apparatus is primary for a dependable engineer. During a walk-around inspection one should be examining the fire apparatus for any defects or flaws that were not present the shift before. Engineers take pride in the fire apparatus and wear them as badges of honor. On approach to the truck note if there are fluid leaks of any kind: engine oil, transmission fluid, radiator fluid, and water. Good engineers treat the fire apparatus as if it were their own child; if anything is wrong with the fire apparatus it is time to go to the doctor or in this case the mechanic. The windshield of the vehicle must be clear and free of cracks or blemishes, for this is the vista of our response to emergencies. The doors to all compartments should all open and close pro...
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The Auto Company is the global leader in manufacturing and distributing the automatic diagnostic solutions to the automobile companies. It was famous for diagnostic solution and target market is limited to particular market segment. In the last two-three years it sales was consequently decreased because of high competition and lots of new high profile companies are introducing the high-tech devices for diagnostic solutions. Example: Electronic giant Samsung was introduced innovative mobile technology in automobile industry. Which is latest in design, user friendly and more convenient to diagnosis the vehicle’s problems (Samsung, 2014).
If you are thinking of restoring a vehicle there are many things to remember before you start. First, it won't be cheap by any means, nor will it be fast. It will take lots of work and you should be prepared for the long haul. Also there is many hidden surprises along the way, but at the end it is worth every hour and dollar invested in it. To restore a vehicle, one must understand how to remove, refinish, repair, and replace both interior and exterior parts (Classic Car Restoration for Dummies.)
Millions of people own and drive cars, but many of those people go through their whole lives not knowing anything about how to fix or notice the minor details of their cars. Every now and then they shell out hundreds, or even thousands of dollars to take their cars to get fixed for small things. If they were to able to take a little of their time and much less money, they could easily take care of some things themselves. A few of these problems include the following: the charging system, oil changes, and fluid levels.
Your car isn’t working, therefore a call to your service center is in order. It is the second or third time this year you’ve been without your ride, presenting a major inconvenience to yourself, your family and to others. The writing is clearly on the wall: you need to replace your car. But it isn’t always as easy as that. Sometimes you need to the weigh the cost of making repairs with the practicality of replacing your car.
Cars are large objects of great mass which can reach very fast velocities, this can be a dangerous combination if the physics aren’t correct. Seeing as there is over 1.2 billion cars world wide, physicians have put much detail into aspects of cars to make them as safe as possible. In the paragraphs below I will be be briefly discussing different aspects of the everyday automobile and its safety.
It is no doubt that automobiles have become a way of life in the current society besides the transport sector contributing immensely to the economic growth of every cou...
In this study, the aim is to provide information and knowledge more on aircraft maintenance safety precautions and procedures in dealing with ground handling, general maintenance like working at height, working in confined spaces, moving suspended loads, aircraft refuelling or de-fuelling, ground de-icing/anti-icing and so on.
Every individual, at one point in time, may find it necessary to work on their cars, but sometimes the check-up doesn’t end well. Sometimes it is even lethal when a person ends up dead after being electrocuted. If the damage does come to this, the person ends up sustaining serious injuries. It is not only a person that can sustain the damages, but also the car is prone to malfunction if certain rules are not followed. The do’s and don’ts when checking a car can be summarized into three rules.
Many children are born with an innate fascination with cars, bulldozers, and heavy machinery, in general, dreams of owning exotic cars and figuring out how they work. The idea of owning a European Automotive Performance shop is fascinating, but what are the steps necessary to accomplish this? One way to figure this out is to look into becoming an Automotive service technician. An automotive service technician is a career that has a demanding job description requires rigorous automotive technician training, but has a very positive outlook for jobs.
Since then, Motor Companies have made numerous types of vehicles to fit your driving style the best including SUVs, trucks, compact cars, luxurious cars, and sedans etc. Even countries across the globe have have joined the competition such as Toyota, Nissan, and other european c...
As part of the process of developing an effective preventive maintenance program, it is also needed to change the whole organization mind-set, about maintenance. There are several steps involved in the implementation of preventive main...
As the development of aviation industry grows, more and more aircraft crashes occur. There are many reasons that lead to aircraft crashes, but one of them, is because of improper aircraft maintenance. Why is proper aircraft maintenance so important? Proper aircraft maintenance is critical in order to keep the aircraft can function properly, every aircraft part is in good condition and ensure the safety of pilots and passengers. Proper maintenance has many parts. The most common part is inspections, which pilots do them every day; the main part is overhaul and repair of an aircraft; and maintenance documentation is another important part of aircraft maintenance which improper maintenance documentation has caused many incidents.