Auto Repair For Dummies: 2nd Edition

Synopsis

Get the skills to maintain your car like a pro! Want to handle basic auto repairs yourself? This easy-to-follow guide gives you the nuts and bolts of diagnosing trouble and performing maintenance and repairs on your vehicle. You'll explore each system and keep everything running in tiptop shape, including how to change coolant and oil, repair leaks, and check breaks. Along with learning about rollover protection, you will also discover how to utilize stability control. Plus, you'll see how to go green on the road-from recycling oil to choosing alternatively fueled vehicles. Inside . . . ● An under-the-hood checklist ● Advice on using proper tools ● Techniques to extend car life ● Eco-friendly tips for saving fuel ● Illustrations to help with repairs