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HOW TO REPLACE AN AIR FILTER

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Air filter means something that filter the air. For your engine to run, it needs air. The air mixes with fuel,compression occur, the spark plug gives a spark, and combustion takes place. For a good performance of the engine,  it needs  clean air. The air filter increase the fuel efficie ncy. Air filters are connected to the engine’s intake manifold. A dirty air filter doesn’t allow air to get through to the engine. Remember, your engine needs air to run efficiently. Engines are big and powerful, but they can be surprisingly sensitive to the smallest grain of sand. Over time, dirt and other particles can cause serious damage to your engine’s internal parts. A reduced amount of air means your engine needs to use more fuel to get the run your engine. For very dusty environment,  it is recommended that you change your air filter once every 6 months or 6,000 miles, whichever comes first.     STEPS TO TAKE IN CHANGING THE AIR FILTER 1. Buy a new air filter....

How to service a car

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OIL CHANGE         Every car has a specific mileage which it will reach before the service engine light comes up. It is advisable to do the oil change on or before the oil change light comes up. After servicing (oil change) the car, make sure the technician erase the stored trip before you put the car to use. The technician should also reset the mileage. I will show you how to reset the oil change light later.            Loose the oil filter and unscrew the bolt of the bottom tray/ sump and allow it to drain. After draining the engine oil,  screw back the bolt of the bottom tray and tighten it for three and a half revolution. Also put another oil filter.         Pour engine oil into the engine until it reaches the maximum line on the oil guage stick. Cover the cap of the engine and start the car. Check for oil leakage. If there is leakage, amend it and if other wise re-  guage  the engine ...