Auto Repair and Maintenance

Auto Repair and Maintenance
Author: Dave Stribling
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 519
Release: 2015-08-04
Genre: Transportation
ISBN: 1615647643

Cars continue to be more complicated — and more costly to repair. Expert, Dave Stribling, gives readers the basic knowledge and a lot of know-how in Idiot's Guides: Auto Repair and Maintenance. Dozens of step-by-step, full-color photos and illustrations make DIY car repairs and maintenance so much easier, regardless of make or model. And when a repair calls for an expert, this book gives readers the knowledge they need to avoid unnecessary repairs and cost.

The Mechanic's Voice

The Mechanic's Voice
Author: Scott Kilmer
Publisher: Houston, Texas : On the Road Press
Total Pages: 148
Release: 1994
Genre: Transportation
ISBN: 9780964372405

How to Make Your Car Last Forever

How to Make Your Car Last Forever
Author: Thomas Torbjornsen
Publisher: Motorbooks
Total Pages: 177
Release: 2010-10-03
Genre: Transportation
ISBN: 1610609948

For many people, a well-maintained automobile is a source of pride and peace of mind. But for others, the idea of routine maintenance is daunting. How to Make Your Car Last Forever will guide you through the minefield of preventative maintenance, repair, extended warranties, and magic elixirs that claim to cure everything from oil consumption to male-pattern baldness! Author, car repair expert, and host of satellite radio show America's Car Show with Tom Torbjornsen, Tom Torbjornsen has seen it all in his 40 years in the automobile industry. Let him show you how to extend the life of your car indefinitely. In How to Make Your Car Last Forever, he explains the what, when, and why's of automotive maintenance and repairs in easy-to-understand terms. Simple how-to projects supplement the learning with step-by-step instructions that will save you time and money. While you may not want your car to last forever, Torbjornsen's advice will help you preserve it indefinitely while maximizing resale value down the road. Preventative maintenance is the key to the automotive fountain of youth. Let Tom Torbjornsen show you the way!

Auto Repair For Dummies

Auto Repair For Dummies
Author: Deanna Sclar
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 885
Release: 2019-01-07
Genre: Transportation
ISBN: 1119543703

Auto Repair For Dummies, 2nd Edition (9781119543619) was previously published as Auto Repair For Dummies, 2nd Edition (9780764599026). While this version features a new Dummies cover and design, the content is the same as the prior release and should not be considered a new or updated product. The top-selling auto repair guide--400,000 copies sold--now extensively reorganized and updated Forty-eight percent of U.S. households perform at least some automobile maintenance on their own, with women now accounting for one third of this $34 billion automotive do-it-yourself market. For new or would-be do-it-yourself mechanics, this illustrated how-to guide has long been a must and now it's even better. A complete reorganization now puts relevant repair and maintenance information directly after each automotive system overview, making it much easier to find hands-on fix-it instructions. Author Deanna Sclar has updated systems and repair information throughout, eliminating discussions of carburetors and adding coverage of hybrid and alternative fuel vehicles. She's also revised schedules for tune-ups and oil changes, included driving tips that can save on maintenance and repair costs, and added new advice on troubleshooting problems and determining when to call in a professional mechanic. For anyone who wants to save money on car repairs and maintenance, this book is the place to start. Deanna Sclar (Long Beach, CA), an acclaimed auto repair expert and consumer advocate, has contributed to the Los Angeles Times and has been interviewed on the Today show, NBC Nightly News, and other television programs.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Auto Repair

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Auto Repair
Author: Vyvyan Lynn
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 372
Release: 2007
Genre: Transportation
ISBN: 9781592574957

Put the brakes on costly car bills. The Complete Idiots Guide to Auto Repair Illustratedcovers everything readers need to know about their automobiles, from the tires up. Tailor-made for true novices, it shows them how to make some of the most basic repairs themselves nd teaches them enough to feel confident that theyll never be taken for a ride by a mechanic again. More than 300 easy-to-understand illustrations and a 50-page self-diagnosis guide organized for quick identification of what s wrong New- and used-car warranty information Step-by-step illustrated instructions on how to conduct routine maintenance An overview of how each system steering and suspension, cooling, electrical works

Maker Comics: Fix a Car!

Maker Comics: Fix a Car!
Author: Chris Schweizer
Publisher: First Second
Total Pages: 130
Release: 2019-02-05
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1250150035

Maker Comics is the ultimate DIY guide. Inside this graphic novel you'll find illustrated instructions for ten car repair activities! Lena, Mason, Abner, Rocky, and Esther only have one thing in common: They’re crazy about cars. A few of them already have their driver’s licenses. And even though Rocky and Esther are too young to drive, they still have a lot questions. In Car Club, Ms. Gritt has all the answers. When is the best time to check the oil? How do you change a tire? And why is Mason’s car making that squeaky noise? Before you get behind the wheel, learn what’s going on underneath the hood. Follow along as Ms. Gritt covers all the basics of preventative maintenance and roadside repairs. Colorful diagrams illustrate the inner workings of complex parts and systems. With Maker Comics: Fix a Car! you can keep your automobile in tip-top shape! Follow the easy step-by-step instructions and you can: Create a portable tool kit Check the oil and fluid levels Maintain the battery Replace the windshield wipers Replace a drive belt or pulley Change the oil Change a flat tire Wash and detail a car (and add a racing stripe!) Change a taillight bulb Jump-start a car

Clueless about Cars

Clueless about Cars
Author: Lisa Christensen
Publisher: Firefly Books
Total Pages: 166
Release: 2004
Genre: Transportation
ISBN: 9781552979754

"The worst thing a customer can do is put the keys on the table and tell the mechanic, 'Fix it.' It's like giving him a blank check." - Lisa Christensen A huge purchase and commitment, cars are more complex and expensive to maintain and car owners are becoming less involved in their maintenance and repair. Written by a licensed mechanic and diagnostic specialist, Clueless About Cars explains in simple terms how to deal with car maintenance and repair. This user-friendly book describes the major systems of the automobile, what can go wrong and how to prevent breakdowns. Step-by-step instructions are provided for do-it-yourself basic automotive repairs and engine maintenance. The chapters covering safety provide vital advice on: Tires Brakes Suspension Steering Dealing with emergencies. The book translates automotive jargon into clear language and explains what owners can realistically do for themselves and when to see a mechanic. A separate chapter is devoted to revealing tricks of the trade. Also included are suggestions on how to understand a mechanic and how to buy or sell a car. Filled with amusing anecdotes, Clueless About Cars is written for both novice car owners as well as experienced drivers who want a better sense of control.

Manifesting 1,2,3

Manifesting 1,2,3
Author: Ken Elliott
Publisher: eBook Partnership
Total Pages: 142
Release: 2015-09-01
Genre:
ISBN: 0986298913

"e;All truths are easy to understand once they are discovered."e;Galileo GalileiHave you ever had the sense that your thoughts might actually be doing something?Imagine you are a genie and everything you wish begins to form up right in front of you. First is the thought and thought creates form. The author's experiences and the stories in this book describe exactly how your thoughts take form. You have been doing this all your life, but it has never been fully explained for you until now.At last, the true Secret is revealed about how thoughts create reality. This is the game changer, the real knowledge behind the workings of manifesting and the law of attraction.This is that rare book with fundamentally new evidence that will change your view of the world. It clearly and simply explains creation itself. For 20 years, author Ken Elliott has experienced sending objects in thought and having them appear in real-time. This is a core Truth, and now the knowledge is yours to apply in your life.Manifesting 1,2,3 is a results-oriented book and not a series of exercises or complicated techniques. There are amazing stories in this book, some even spectacular. Over and over, people talk about their successes using the method described in this book. They say, "e;This is so simple"e; and "e;It just works!"e; Do you long for more? What would you wish for your life if you had the chance? You will soon learn how to create the desires of a lifetime while overcoming the worries and blocks that impede your happiness. You will fully understand how to use thought as a powerful tool. No more wishing and hoping for results.This important book contains a Key to the Kingdom and now it is simply and amazingly yours. Get your copy and start pointing yourself toward happiness!www.manifesting123.comPraise for Manifesting 123:"e;Ken Elliott tackles the art of manifesting with a touch of humor and down to earth common sense. Read this book, practice the techniques and live the life you could only imagine."e;William Buhlman, author of Adventures Beyond the Body"e;This is brilliant! Ken not only learned about manifesting, he changed his own life using the techniques you will learn here. The simple and profound gift of this book could only come from a masterful ability to teach what took him many years to learn. Begin changing your life today."e;Judy Goodman, CPC, CSRC, CRC

Automotive Technology

Automotive Technology
Author: James D. Halderman
Publisher: Prentice Hall
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2016
Genre: Automobiles
ISBN: 9780133994612

For courses in Automotive Principles, Service, and/or Mechanics Automotive Technology: Principles, Diagnosis, and Service, 5th Edition covers all eight areas of automotive service, showing readers how automotive systems are connected, as well as the practical skills that students must master to be successful in the industry. Topics are divided into short chapters, which makes it easier to assign, learn, and master the content. Formatted to appeal to today's technical trade students, Halderman uses helpful tips and visuals to bring concepts to life and guide students through the procedures they'll use on the job. To keep your course current, all of the content is correlated to the latest NATEF tasks and ASE areas, and information on hot topics like electric and hybrid vehicles is included.