Auto Know-How

  • March 10, 2009

Everyone should know how to change a flat tire. And just think of all the money you could pocket if you changed your own oil and fixed small dents and scratches on your own. Plus, we give you the lowdown on car financing and auto insurance.

18 videos

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How To Change Your Car's Oil: Part 1

It takes some practice, but you can save cash and earn the satisfaction of a job well done by learning to change your oil on your own.

Car Maintenance from carlo_scialla

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How To Change Your Car's Oil: Part 2

You've checked out Part 1 of the series on howcast.com and successfully successfully drained the used oil. Now it's time the replace the filter and add new oil.

Car Maintenance from carlo_scialla

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  • 27,826 views
  • Added over 3 years ago

How To Change a Flat Tire

Many people belong to a roadside-assistance service, but if you're stuck in a remote area, you'll want to know what to do.

Car Emergencies from Seaworthy

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How To Buy Car Insurance

Follow these helpful hints before you sign on the dotted line.

Car Insurance from Dynamic

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How To Finance a Car

Make sure you get the best possible terms on your car loan by doing your homework.

Car Finance from Dynamic

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  • 38,985 views
  • Added over 2 years ago

How To Change Spark Plugs

The humble spark plug has changed very little over the years—and changing them is as simple as ever.

Car Maintenance from NelsonN

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  • 44,885 views
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How To Save Gas With Eight Secret Tips

Think you know every trick to improving your gas mileage? Here are fuel-saving strategies that aren't common knowledge.

Car Fuel from ginalevy

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  • 30,635 views
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How To Jump-Start Your Car

There’s nothing more frustrating than getting into your car, turning the key, and—nothing. The good news is that a quick jump-start is just a jumper cable away.

Car Emergencies from carlo_scialla

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  • 2,004 views
  • Added about 1 year ago

How To Summer-Proof a Car

Protect yourself and your car from the damaging effects of the summer sun.

Car Maintenance from dbbarnett

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  • 11,989 views
  • Added over 3 years ago

How To Improve Your Gas Mileage

You know you should carpool and take public transportation—it’s just not always practical. But if you have to drive, there are ways you can save gas, money, and the environment.

Car Fuel from carlo_scialla

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  • 9,514 views
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How To React When the Battery Light Is on

Follow these tips to get home safely when you car is in need of instant repair.

Car Emergencies from lazydiamond

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  • 1,128 views
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How to Save Money by Recognizing Car Maintenance Myths

Did you know you can overmaintain your car? Some maintenance procedures can be nothing more than a waste of money.

Car Maintenance from DimitriL

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  • 8,389 views
  • Added over 4 years ago

How To Change Your Air Filter

To maximize gas mileage and minimize emissions, your air filter should be changed every six months or 15,000 miles. To optimize savings, change it yourself.

Car Maintenance from jmac

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  • 9,710 views
  • Added over 4 years ago

How To Check Your Oil

It only takes a minute or two to check your oil -- and that minute can save you a lot of aggravation, not to mention thousands of dollars in repairs!

Car Maintenance from jmac

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  • 3,356 views
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How To Check Your Vehicle’s History

Was that used car you're about to buy subjected to damage you can't see? Here's how to tell.

Buying a Car from jamiep

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  • 4,206 views
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How To Operate a Car Jack

If you don't know how to raise a car off the ground by now, you don't know jack.

Safety Equipment from dxbass

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How To Avoid Buying a “Lemon”

When it comes to used cars, it’s hard to make lemonade out of a lemon. So don’t get stuck with a piece of junk in the first place.

Buying a Car from natewood

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  • 8,152 views
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How To Maintain Your Car Tires

Just like airplanes or human relationships, tires need frequent maintenance.

Car Maintenance from dixiedavis

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