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7 Criteria of Best Brake Pads

2012-08-08T12:51:00.000+07:00

Best brake pads should have the following criteria :

1. Stopping Performance

2. Long Wearing

3. High temperature Performance

4. Smooth Braking

5. No Noise and Vibration

6. Less Dust

7. Warranty Protected

Sound of a Car Horn

2012-07-03T17:07:00.000+07:00

Car horn sounds distinguished by the type of the horn. There are many types of car horns are sold freely on the market.
Before we discuss it one by one, we must first know the importance of a car horn. Horn serves as a tool to warn the people around us.
Imagine if you're driving at high speed and suddenly there are people crossing the street. You pressed the car horn button hard, but the sound doesn't came out, or the sound is too small. What will happen next ?

Type of car horn :
1. Disc Horn : flat shape, small, good sound quality

2. Snail Horn : snail shape, long life, beautifull sound quality

3. Air Horn : trumpet shape, big size, extremely loud sound

4. Siren Horn : trumpet shape, produce various sounds, usually used in police car, fire trucks, alarm, etc

Sometimes the sound of a car horn can make the car more elegant. Choose a horn to suit your car needs.

How To Read Car Specifications

2012-06-04T18:19:00.001+07:00

Car specifications is the first thing people see before buying a car. But if you do not know how to read the car specifications, do not worry, you'll find the answer here
1. Type / Type of engine: Usually manufacturers have their own code, you need to know the machine type using v model or not.
2. Cylinder: number of cylinders in the engine, more cylinders it has more power generated.
3. Number of valves: the number of air valves have, for example, 16 Valve engine, that has 8 air inlet valve and air valve 8 out.
4. Cylinder displacement (cc): What is the capacity of the machine, when the capacity is greater, the greater the power output as well, with consequences also use more fuel.
5. Bore x Stroke (mm): The machine has the ideal size for each x step piston diameter for maximum power.
6. Compression ratio: ratio of the largest combustion chamber volume divided by the smallest combustion chamber volume, the smaller the value the more efficient.
7. Maximum output (PS / rpm): Power generated at maximum rpm / Revolution per minute number. For example, 140/6.000 means 140 PS at 6000 rpm.
8. Maximum torgue (Nm / rpm): the maximum load generated at how many rpm. Example: 183/4.000 torgue max 183 Nm at 4000 rpm. This value is higher for commercial vehicles such as jeep.

Best Way to Maintaining Rarely Used Cars

2012-05-09T12:44:00.001+07:00

Do you know how to maintaining your rarely used cars ?

A few days ago my friend was surprised to find his car was can't be turned on for no reason. After I asked further, he does not turn on the car for 2 weeks !! And I directly said that's the reason
Do you also have experienced the same thing ? Do you want to know how to prevent that from happening?

Here are some tips from me :

1. Wash your car when your car will not be used in a few weeks.
2. Fill up your gas tank full so that no empty space in the tank.
3. Car should be hanged using the jack stands, so the car tires not change its form, and increase tire pressure by 1 or 2 psi.

4. Turn on your car engine regularly (about 1-2 days once) for 30 minutes whenever is turned on.
5. Disconnect the car battery if you can not warm your car engine in a long time. Click this link for more information : How to disconnect car battery

6. Release the hand brake if you do not want your brakes are sticking. If the parking lot is sloping, support you car wheels using blocks
7. Protect your car with the body cover.

Body Cover

Power Steering Problems

2012-05-06T14:16:00.001+07:00

We must always be alert to any problems that arise in our steering system.
Can you imagine when we're driving and there is a car with high speed from the opposite direction are heading to our car and we can not avoid it because the steering system stuck ?

Let us discuss together why the steering wheel can be heavy and even can not be diverted.

1. Check the car's front tires, if the pressure is too low? Whether the position not straight.
2. Check whether shortage of power steering oil, or lack of grease on the wheel component connection. Perform the following steps to check :
- Jack your car so that both front wheels hang freely
- Check whether the connection of the steering system is strong enough (ball joints, rack ends, tie rods, etc)
- Turn the steering wheel to full left, slightly turn the steering wheel to the right and left. Then turn the steering wheel to full right, slightly turn the steering wheel to the right and left again. If it feels heavy, it indicates a lack of power steering fluid.
3. The last step is : take your car to the garage for further inspection.

Uncover Problems in the Steering and Suspension of Your Car

2012-05-06T14:08:00.001+07:00

Do you want your car become comfortable as your home ? If your answer is yes, then we are in a same purpose. One way to maintain the comfort of your car is to know the problems that occur in the steering and suspension earlier, and take immediate action to prevent and repair. This is several kind of problems in the steering and transmission system.

1. The steering wheel hard to move
- Corruption of the power steering system ( see here )
- Excessive caster angle
- Suspension springs are too flexible

2. Car tends to turn when moving
- Looseness in the steering gear system, connecting rods, leaf springs, and ball joint, will result in a shift range becomes larger.
- Worn wheel bearings will cause the vehicle tends to turn to one side

3. The steering wheel suddenly spinning on its own

4. Excessive vibration when turning

Remember, we should take immediate action if any of the above problems arise, because if one component has a problem, it will affect the performance of other components, it can even cause damage to other components.

7 Causes of Overheating Car

2012-05-05T13:33:00.001+07:00

"Overheating often troubling us when we're on a long journey."
The sentence above is usually uttered by people who do not know the cause and do not pay attention to their car maintenance

Early indications that show the engine is overheated the engine coughed and seemed to lose power, this is caused by a combination of heat and pressure that exceeds the engine room.

And this is the 7 causes which is generally triggered overheating :
1. Lack of radiator fluid ( water or coolant )
2. Leaks in the radiator and radiator hoses
3. The engine cooling water channel (Water Jacket) filled with dirt
4. Thermostat is not functioning to the maximum
5. Water pump is not working properly
6. Poor radiator cap
7. Broken extra fan

If you check into seven components above before going away, then the overheating problem can be minimized,and sentences about the complaint which is located at the beginning of this post will be even less pronounced.
And do not forget to check other things before you travel far as brake systems, tires, batteries, and others. The fastest way is to visit the repair shop.

How to Deal With Overheating Car

2012-05-05T12:44:00.001+07:00

Do you ever experienced overheating car problems ?
Can you imagine if suddenly your engine hood smoking ?
There are several kinds of causes that lead the car to overheating, here is the 7 causes

If you do not know how to handle it, stay calm and read the following article :

1. Immediately pulled over and turn off the engine.
2. Wait until the machine is rather cool, opening the hood is a good idea to speed up the engine cooling.
3. Never open the radiator cap when the engine in hot conditions

4. After the engine is cold, open the radiator cap, and add the radiator fluid (water or coolant) if less.

5. If the cause is a fluid that is reduced, then you may drive again. But if not the cause, immediately call a tow truck.

6. Do not ever try to drive a car when the engine is in a state of overheated. the result can be seen in the picture below

Expenditures that can not be avoided in maintaining your car safety

2012-05-03T12:00:00.002+07:00

Before buying a car, you should take into account the costs that you would spend to take care of your car. Money should you spend to drive a car not only on car payments, insurance, and fuel, but you must pay attention to your car's maintenance cost as well.

Below is the costs that you should prepare to take care of your car :

1. Oil Changes
Oil changes are one of important things you should not miss, tips to choosing the right type of oil can be found in here and here

2. Car Tires
Tires are one of the aspects you should consider as well, here some tips to maintaining your car tires safety. If you follow all the tips in that link, you will definitely save more money.

3. Batteries
All electrical systems on your car depends on the battery, and someday the battery can lost its power. Want to save some money by replacing your car battery on your own ? Find the tips in here

4. Brake Pads or Brake Shoes
Brake linings definitely will run out one day, but we can extend the usage if we know the brake problems early. And here are some tips for take care of your car brakes.

5. Scheduled Maintenance
And the last and most important is scheduled maintenance, we as people who do not fully understanding of car maintenance will probably miss some important things. By performing scheduled general car maintenance, we can save costs that would arise due to lack of our understanding in treating a car. And you should seek a professional repair shop to perform this maintenance.

You should buy a new car after you take into account all the costs should you spend, if you are not careful in calculating the costs, your financial condition could be messy.
And the last thing let me give bonus tips after you buy a new car

Tire Safety Tips

2012-05-02T13:06:00.001+07:00

Do you want to know the secrets to maintaining your car tires safety ?
If the answer is no, then close this article. do not waste your time. And if the answer is yes, keep reading this tips.
The tips is as we can see in the picture bellow :

Tire tread :

- Check the tire tread depth regularly, when it exceeds the safety limit immediately replace your car tires.

Inflate to correct pressure :

- Check inflation pressure once a month and before long trips.

Look for images similar to the picture above in your vehicle's owners manual. It refers to the proper level of inflation.

Rotate the tire and alignment is important :

- Check the tire alignment and the tire balance regularly, go to tire dealer to do that. An unbalanced tire assembly may result in irregular wear.

Even wear :

- Each tire on your car carry a different weight. this unequal weight distribution causes your tires to wear at different rates. Evenly distribution of tires will extend their life.

Spare tires :

- Do not forget to do the same thing on the spare tire.

Always take care of under inflated tires immediately :

- Immediately change your under-inflated tires before it getting worse and may cause accident.

Front tires can wear faster in a front wheel drive car :

- This case works in reverse on rear wheel drive car. Once again, tire rotation is important.

Ensure that the tire are cold when checking the pressure :

- When the tire are hot, the inflation pressure will increase, so that we can not make precise measurements

Tires should be purchased as a set :

Year of manufacturer :

We do not want to buy a tire that has expired. Next time I'll give you info on how to read the tire manufacturer code.

6 Ways to Keep Your Transmission Remain Comfortable

2012-04-25T15:11:00.001+07:00

Transmissions is one of the important thing on your car. And when it comes to damage, the repair costs would be very expensive. Let me give you 6 tips to keep your transmissions remain comfortable and avoid the damage.

Regular maintenance scheduled well

Regular maintenance if scheduled well it will help you to detect the problem earlier. So that the damage can be minimized, and the costs will be lighter

Replace your transmissions fluid regularly

We must replace our transmission fluid in accordance with the provisions the manual books. For automatic car replacement is usually performed every 30 000 km, while for the manual car usually about 20000 km.

Check for any problems that arise

Most problems that occur in the transmission came from a small problem. Always pay attention to every little problem that there is such a light indicator on the dashboard lights up, droplets of fluid under your car, or a change of pressure on your clutch pedal.

Always check the fluid level regularly

Transmission fluids can wear out over time, and if it wear out, I dare to bet that the life of your transmission will not be long

Tune the engine regularly

In today's cars, engine and transmission have a closer link than the old times. Problems that occur on the engine will also affect the transmission.

Drive smoothly

And the last and most important thing is that how you drive. If you are driving in a rough, shift the gear brutally, all the above tips will end up with nothing.

Choosing Tire Sizes and Types

2012-04-25T03:21:00.000+07:00

Tires have become a benchmark of luxury without us knowing it. And more people are willing to spend money just to make their car looks luxury. Are you one of them ? Before you do that, you should know the advantages and disadvantages of each type of tire.

I have no intention to fully review the advantages and disadvantages of each type of tire, but I will review on how to select the appropriate tire to keep your safety

A good tire should be made of high quality rubber material,and high material elements do not choose a tire with low price but poor quality. Imagine if you're driving in high speed and suddenly your car tire burst.

A good tire should also be able to survive in any terrain and weather, and has a long durability.
And dont forget to pay attention on your car user guide, there must be written in the size and type of tire recommended by the manufacturer. If you want to make modifications in your tires, keep the type and size does not deviate significantly from that recommended by the manufacturer.

Dont because you want to look more cool, then you change your car tires with a much larger size, in addition to safety factors, tire size also affects comfort of passengers of your car, this also applies to tires with a much smaller size.

Remember! wrong type and size of tire, can be fatal!

Advantages of Hybrid Cars

2012-04-24T17:13:00.001+07:00

Hybrid cars recently won incredible popularity. Why people are willing to spend much money just for hybrid cars ? So far I have only found two reasons, the first is fuel savings and the second is the reduction of air pollution.

Hybrid cars propulsion comes from two sources:

Energy from gasoline engine
Energy from electric motor

Because the hybrid car has two energy sources, then the fuel consumption will drop, and hybrid cars become fuel-efficient cars.

Make your fuel efficiency because petroleum can run out someday

And one more tips, keep our earth stay green

Car Timing Belt

2012-04-23T02:22:00.001+07:00

Timing belt is one of the essential components that exist on the car. There are many belt installed on the car, but the timing belt still the most important. You might ask what makes the timing belt is so important, keep reading and you'll find the answer in this article.

What is a timing belt ?
This is the simple explanation, timing belt is a belt which controls the engine timing. In a more detailed explanation, timing belt maintain the engine to working in a synchronized way.
In the engine, the camshaft opens and closes the valve,allowing air and fuel to get out and enter into machine. And the crankshaft function is to collect the power generated by the piston, which then used to move the wheels. And timing belt role is to make sure these two important components are running in synch.

Timing belt is made of heat resistant rubber with a strong core and inelastic. His teeth were coated with a friction-resistant canvas.

You have to pay attention to indicators that are usually found on most cars. when the indicator is lit, immediately do the replacement.
Timing belt usually can last up to a distance of 100 000 km.

Advantages of The EPS

2012-04-19T15:40:00.001+07:00

EPS is an acronym for elecronic power steering.
The workings of EPS is different from the usual power steering.
EPS can control the hydraulic pressure that reacted from the counter force plunger that exist in gearbox.
Thats why steering effort characteristic and hydraulic pressure can vary depends on speed of cars to give the steering characteristics that fits the car speed and steering conditions

6 Benefits of Using EPS

1. When the car is not moving or running at slow speed, the steering turns lighter

2. Steering effort setting, based on vehicle speed

3. When in a state of moderate or fast speed, the steering effort will increase slowly to maintain the stability and the comfort of the steering

4. When in a state of moderate or fast speed, when the the steering position is in neutral or near neutral, reactionary plunger will work to increase the steering effort to remain stable

5. When the car through the broken road, although there are major obstacles from the road surface, yet the steering controls will not be affected. This is because of the output from hydraulic pressure to the steering effort is high

6. This system also features a fail safe function, so even though all systems are electrically, including the control unit and sensor, yet the character from normal power steering can still be obtained

These are several advantages from the EPS, do you interested to equip your car with the EPS?

4 Tips to Keep Your Car Looks Cool

2012-04-18T08:49:00.001+07:00

Most people love their cars. And most of them keep their cars to looks cool by keeping the bodywork, and clean it regularly. The following are some tips to keep your vehicle looks cool.

4 tips to keep your car look cool :

1. Scratch is a nightmare for car owners.Many people usually take care of them quickly. The reason behind the scratches, they expose the bare metal and allow the entry of water and create the corrosion.

2. Your car has been manufactured to withstand some external factor, but they have limits. The best way is to protect them whenever possible.
Winds that carry small particles such as sand, dust, etc.
Sun kept trying to diminish the paint of your car.
Even bird droppings can ruin your car's paint.
make a garage for your car, if not possible then prepare a a car cover

3. In order to provide protection for your car that is outside the garage, wax polish is an essential thing to protect the paint from the sun, and guard it from rain and wind that carries the dirt. Wax polish became more essential if you live near the sea.

4. Wash your car regularly, because the dirt and dust on the car body, although it seems trivial, but they are the beginning of the disaster that will destroy your car's paint.

Simply by following the above tips, then you will see a significant difference in the appearance of your car.

Brake not working ?

2012-04-16T06:13:00.001+07:00

Have you ever imagine when your car brake system suddenly can not work when you're driving ?
Be assured, if we know the appropriate measures, we can minimize the damage / danger.

10 safety tips when brake suddenly does not work

1. Stay calm

If your car's braking system failed all of a sudden, the first thing to do is do not panic. Remain calm and convince yourself that you can surely stop the car.

2. Keep driving it

The driver are required to keep driving it until the vehicle stops. If you take another passengers, reassure them that you can stop the car. And make sure they all wearing seat belts.

3. Change the route

Divert your route away from the crowded or to an areas with fewer traffic. This method can minimize the number of injuries to passengers and also the people in the surrounding areas.

4. Warn the traffic approximately

Try to use all available means to warn the traffic in front and behind your car about the emergency situation.

5. Pump the brake pressure

Continue to pump the brake pedal to build its pressure. If you are lucky, the brake can work again at least for a few seconds, which may be quite helpful to saving your life.

Do not ever release attention on the steering wheel when you're busy on the brakes.

6. Lower the gear

Moving to a low-speed transmissions gear. In the conventional gearbox,first gear has a large size, so it requires more time to complete one round, so the car will be slower.

If you are at high velocity (fifth or sixth gear), decrease gradually until it reaches the lowest speed. Do not immediately change into first gear, if you do not want the situation even worse.

7. Use the parking brake

Most drivers forgot the existence of parking brake, it can be helpful if the main brake was not functioning. The parking brake can also stop the vehicle, but must be careful in using it.

Do not pull the brake handle suddenly if you do not want to somersault on the street. Do it gently and steadily. Although this will last a long time to succeed, but very effective.

8. Get out of the street

Driving on the damaged roads can help slow the car. If you find any muddy or sandy roads, do not hesitate to cross it because it can help in a dangerous situations like this.

Technically, when the tyres running on rough terrain, it will increase friction and slow the rotation of the wheel.

9. Use the reverse gear

When the above methods can not stop the pace of your car, then it is time to use the reverse gear. This is probably a quite reckless method, but very effective. This Method can damage the gearbox on the car, but it can save the lives of the drivers and passengers.

10. Crash into the bushes

If you still can not stop the vehicle, then the last option is to crash into bushes or small trees. However, this can damage some vital car parts such as fuel tank, fuel hose, and so forth. Therefore it needs a quick evacuation after the car stops, the existence of other security features on the car such as seat belts and airbags will be very useful to help the rider to perform this way.

Advanced brake technology and your ability are the key to your safety.

What is a Clutch

2012-04-15T14:33:00.001+07:00

Car needs a clutch because the engine spins at all times as long as the machine is on, even while the car is not moving

Clutch was an important part for manual transmission car system. Clutch consist of several parts :
Clutch disc with friction material on both side and splined into gearbox input shaft.

The clutch is bolted to the flywheel and force gearbox input shaft to rotating.
Clutch release mechanism allow the clutch disc and the engine to rotate independently on the purpose of changing gear

How clutch works Video

New Car Maintenance

2012-04-13T21:02:00.001+07:00

New Car Tips

After you buy a new car, there is one important tips for you.
This method has long been recognized by the vehicle user, the method is the Engine Break-in or other name is Run-in.

This method can only be done in the early use of a vehicle that is still very new.
Engine break-in has a purpose, so that the vehicle's engine gets the adjustment process, so that the friction between the metal that occurs in the machine not to cause damage, because it is well coated with the lubricant. Especially on the piston and cylinder wall.

The key points in the engine break-in

1. Drive at moderate speed, maximum 90 kilometer per hour
2. Do not increase the speed Sudden, increase slowly.
3. Do not drive with constant speed in a long time, in both high speed and low speed. We conduct regular shift so that the entire transmission well lubricated.
4. Do not make a sudden braking. Sudden braking will cause the engine speed restrained by the brake mechanism, causing a knock / friction to to one of the cylinder area bigger .
5. Do not drive at low speed in high gear, or vice versa. Adjust the speed of the vehicle with the gear position

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Car Alternator

2012-04-09T21:12:00.001+07:00

What is an alternator ?

Charging electrical system in vehicles have three series of important component that is , batteries , alternator and regulators. Alternator itself consists of components such as combined magnetic pole called a rotor, in which there is a coil of wire called a stator.

Alternator starts working to produce electricity/power generation when the machine is switched on for the transmitted to the battery by converting the AC voltage into DC voltage. While regulators have functions as a regulator and a voltage divider consisting of a series diode rectifier, and two internal fan to produce air circulation.

Alternator Model
Models for each type of car alternator is different, but most alternator have regulator that are inside them (ic built in), but for the old type has a regulator outside. Unlike the old model, the type that has built in IC can be easily fixed by opening the top lid.

The other type is a model pulley alternator that fastens to the axis of the rotor. Alternator with this type does not have a outer fan but it already has 2 inner fans for cooling air circulation, unlike the old type of alternator that uses external fan for cooling.

Connection between Battery and Alternator
There are several kinds of power output on the alternator, ranging from the smallest to have power 35 A to the largest in the market that is 220 A. Because it serves as electrical power plants to the battery, if there are additional devices or car accessories that require a large electrical loads, simply by replacing the alternator and not the battery. Because when you enlarge the power outage in battery but the distribution of energy is smaller, then the battery will still come up short. So the greater the electrical load is used, the greater the power from the alternator that needs to be used.

Alternator care
There is no special thing to take care of the alternator, but if there is any damage, it can be detected early through the dashboard console which shows the image of battery, if the light is flashing it means no charge to the battery and there can be damage to the alternator or battery. The battery itself is directly related to the Dynamo starter. Also, do not add excessive electrical loads on the vehicle, because it can shorten the lifespan of the alternator or the age of the battery.

Because it consists of various components, when there is damage to one of its components, it can still be repaired (reconditioned)
With reconditioning system, usually mechanics can repair the alternator with the condition of damage of less than 50%. If the condition is more than 50% damage, it is better replaced with a new alternator.

Power Steering Tips

2012-04-09T15:20:00.001+07:00

Do you have a problem with power steering in your car?
Power steering is very useful for you to drive your car's steering wheel.
Here I will give tips on how to take care of the power steering that can be used more longer. :

1. Parking style
This is the most fundamental and seem trivial, however, a major impact will happen if it is done in the long run.
Make sure the wheels in a state of straight when parking, because if the wheel is not straight then the steering rack boot will expand on the one part and another part will be docked. If this happens continuously then it will make the steering rack boot torn/damaged, so that the dirt / water can get into the engine and will cause As Steering Rack and Seal will be quickly worn and damaged.

2. When turning or cornering
The second is when turning / cornering you try not to hold the wheel in a tilted position for too long. This will provide a strong push effect and high temperature on steering rack pinion, so that the existing seal durability is not strong enough and can cause leakage.

3. Oil checking
Do some checking and if it change colors immediately replace with a new power steering oil. My advice, for replacement of the power steering oil should be performed once every 1 year.

4.Car suspension
Between the Balljoint, Tie Rod and Long Tie Rod, they work continuously with the power steering system.

Rack and Pinion Steering will working then continued by Tie Rod/Ball Joint.
Damaged car suspension would cause the steering wheel also feels heavy.
So if the Steering component has a problem, issues will also arise in the power steering system.

Car Tyre Vibration

2012-04-09T14:17:00.001+07:00

Have you ever been or might be feeling a vibration in your car? Do not underestimate this vibration, this can be fatal.

The following are the various factors causing vibration in the car : tire, rim, bearings, tie-rod, ball joint, or disc brakes. At this time, we will discuss the vibration from the tires.

Tires are components that come into direct contact with the road, its influence was considerable.
There are several points you need to observed :

- Observe the tire tread , there may be baldness or lump.

- Check the tire pressure on the right and left, airpresure on both sides must be equal. Unbalanced pressure, can cause wear and tear and can cause vibration.

- Check the side of the tire that sticks to the rim lip. In some cases, there is a tire that separated from the retaining lip.

- Car parking in a very long time may cause changes to the shape of the tires. It's because only one side of the tire receiving constant load for a long time.

Have you checked your tires ?

Car Oil Type

2012-04-08T23:41:00.001+07:00

What oil for my car ?

Each vehicle must not be separated from the application of oil or grease. Some parts such as engine, transmission, axle, hydraulic brake, clutch and hydraulic power steering in order to work properly and avoid any damage and harm.

Basically all kinds of oil have the same function, that will smoothing the work of the engine components and to provide more protection and is used to absorbing heat that arising from engine friction.

Oil also has a limited lifetime, because the liquid can be oxidized due to heat and eventually the oil can not work optimally in order to protect the engine and other parts of the car, that's when the oil must be replaced immediately. Therefore vehicle owners should always pay attention to the condition of oil in the car at the vehicle, do not forget to check or delay the replacement of oil. You must prepare the agenda for periodical check up and replacement of oil.

Car Oil

For specific uses in the car, the oil was developed and adapted to undergo its function. Oil itself eventually split into several types. There are five car oil types that was supposed to be checked regularly and replaced immediately with new oil

Engine Oil
Engine oil is divided into three different types of oil, mineral oil, semi-synthetic and full synthetic. Mineral oil is the oil made from petroleum (oil based), for semi-synthetic oil is oil that made from a combination of mineral and synthetic oils, while full synthetic is oil that made from purely synthetic materials developed for longer periods of time in the car's engine.

Replacement of engine oil is generally measured per kilometer mileage cars. Mineral oil can be used up to 7000 km and synthetic oil can be used up to 10,000 km.

Prepare the agenda for the routine replacement of engine oil of your car before the engine components were damaged.

Transmission oil
Oil is also used in the transmission of the vehicle.There are two types of transmission oil that is for manual transmission and and automatic transmission, usability is certainly distinct. Manual transmission oil can be used up to 10,000 km, that means the oil can be used as far as 10,000 km in the state of the road, or every six months.

On automatic transmission oil, we recommend that you do replacement every multiple of 20,000 km.

Axle oil
In general the replacement axle oil is usually done in conjunction with Transmission oil, axle oil regularly Replace every 20,000 km, and use a lubricant viscosity values corresponding to the vehicle manufacturer recommended.

Oil / Oil Brakes
Such as engine oil, brake oil also has a grade that is expressed in units of DOT (Department Of Transportation). DOT is the boiling point of brake fluid to reduce heat in the braking effect, the lower the number of DOT the ability to reduce the heat also getting smaller. Usually DOT 3 brake fluid is commonly used for a daily vehicle, while DOT 5 is used for race cars.

In the market there are DOT 3, DOT 4 and DOT 5. The higher the DOT number, the more susceptible to life. If his grade DOT 3, there is no problem in the brake system, brake fluid must be replaced at least once a year used vehicles. If its higher DOT, DOT 5 for example, the replacement time is shorter.

Power Steering Oil
The power steering also did not escape from the use of oil. Oli on the powersteering pump is used as the hydraulics to ease the drivers to control the steering wheel.

Replacement power steering oil on approximately equal to the replacement of brake fluid. Replacement is usually done reset / drain every 25,000 km or about two years from the initial use of the car.

Some other info :

Just bought a new car ?

making your car looks cool ?

| How to Replace a Car Battery |

2012-04-07T00:07:00.001+07:00

Replacing car battery seems trivial problem, but notice the tricks !
If the installation of the battery reversed, actually there is no direct effect., just to maintain security and make sure no short circuit arises.

Car Battery

During the process of disconect car battery, make sure the engine and all electrically switched off, in order to avoid damage.
Remove the negative (-) cable first then remove the positive (+) cable.
On the contrary, installation of a car battery should be done with following process :
1. Attach the positive cable first and then tighten the bolt.
2. Then attach the negative cable and then tighten the bolt.

Remember !
Do not change the order of installation if you want to extend your car battery life !

Other info :

Alternator

Power steering info

| What Oil for My Car |

2012-04-06T13:53:00.000+07:00

Before determining the proper lubricant for our car, we should have to know the function of lubricant.
A fine lubricant must meet at least four function, which Lubricates, Cools, Cleans, and Protects.

After knowing its function, we step on the selection of proper lubricant for our car.
To be able to drop the right choice, we must do it carefully.
Car manual book already mentioned the right lubricant for your car's engine.
In your manual book, there would be a description of the recommended level of viscosity of lubricant.
The lubricating oil indicated by the term SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers).

In addition to SAE, your manual book also mentioned the minimum quality or performance level of the lubricant.
The quality of a lubricant is shown with the API Service.
The API Service is classified into two categories, which is for gasoline engines and diesel engines.

Gasoline engine type :
- SA : Engine with the old specifications - are rarely used
- SB : Engine with a lighy duty - are not used
- SC : Machine made in 1964 - 1967
- SD : Machine made in 1968 - 1970
- SE : Machine made in 1971 and up
- SF : Machine made in 1980 and over
- SG : Machine made in 1989 and over
- SH : Machine made in 1993 and over
- SJ : Machine made in 1997 and over
- SL : Machine made in 2002 and over
- SM : Machine made in 2004 and up

Diesel engine type :
- CA : Light duty diesel engines
- CB : Medium duty diesel engines
- CC : Medium and heavy duty engines
- CD : Heavy duty diesel engine with supercharger
- CD-2 : Diesel two stroke engines
- CE : Heavy duty diesel engines with turbo/super charger
- CF : Engine made in 1994 and over (Off road machine)
- CF-2 : Two stroke diesel engine made in 1994 and up
- CF-4 : High speed four stroke diesel engine made in 1990 and up
- CG-4 : Heavy duty four stroke diesel engine made in 1994 and up, and operates at high speed
- CH-4 : High speed diesel engine made in 1998 and over
- CI-4 : High speed four stroke engine that are designed to meet 2004 emission standard
- CJ-4 : High speed four stroke engine designed to meet the emission standards in 2007

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