This post is a continuation of Part 1 on How to Adjust Car Valves. Lately, we have gone through the role of car valves. We will now cover: – When to adjust the valves? – Step 1: Prepare your vehicle – Step…
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How to Adjust Car Valves (Part 1)
Summary – Role of car valves – Step 1: Prepare your vehicle – Step 2: Case 1: Check valve lash with an overhead camshaft – Step 2: Case 2: Check the valve clearance using a screw and lock nut system…
Brake Wear: Symptoms, Causes, and Solutions
Summary: – Brake wear: symptoms, causes, and solutions – Regular overhaul of the braking system – Brake overhaul price – Repairing yourself: simple diagnosis but complicated maintenance Just like shocks or the clutch, brakes are essential parts of the car…
The Usefulness of the Torque Wrench in the Automotive Industry
A torque wrench is a tool that is resolutely useful and indispensable for mechanical works. It is used to check the tightening torque of screws, nuts and bolts. For any tightening, there is an appropriate torque to be applied depending…
Are Ceramic Brakes Worth It?
What Are Ceramic Brakes In motorsports, the Formula 1 showcase is a real laboratory for new technologies. Ceramic brakes are one of the components. But what is this innovation, whose name evokes fragility more than performance? And what will it…
Everything You Should Know About a Remote Car Starter
Starting the engine of your car remotely when the mechanics need to be hot in winter, for example, is now possible thanks to the remote starter system. You can even activate other functions via the remote control or a smartphone…
Adjusting the Hand Brake
The hand brake, parking brake or emergency brake is an active safety device that you should check regularly. Our advice on the procedure in this post! Hand Brake Adjustment: Definition of the Hand Brake The hand brake is an independent…
5 Mistakes to Avoid When Changing Engine Oil
It is an easy routine maintenance operation and is carried out every 10,000 kilometres on average. It consists of replacing used oil with new oil, which is necessary for engine lubrication. This mileage is indicative and may vary depending on…
What Are Engine Valves
Your vehicle must be regularly maintained and serviced to remain efficient, reliable, safe, and low-polluting. Valves are essential elements in ensuring the proper functioning of an engine. This post reviews the engine valves that deserve your attention and the maintenance…
My Car Won’t Start: 5 Things To Check Before Calling The Tow Truck
Everything was going so well… And then one morning, your car refuses to start! When a vehicle gets stuck somewhere, the whole system goes off the rails. Each part is capricious, and none will make an effort to start as…