The "Car Wizard" debunks the pervasive myth that certain automotive fluids, particularly transmission fluid, last the "lifetime of the vehicle" without requiring service. He explains that car manufacturers and dealers often define a vehicle's "life" as significantly shorter than what many owners expect, often around 150,000-200,000 miles, rather than 300,000-400,000 miles. Through a compelling comparison of new and used transmission fluid from a 187,000-mile Lexus, the video vividly demonstrates how essential fluids degrade due to heat, friction, and metallic wear, becoming contaminated and losing their effectiveness. The Car Wizard strongly advocates for regular fluid changes around every 100,000 miles to extend a vehicle's true longevity, warning that neglecting this maintenance can lead to premature component failure, especially in transmissions, and that independent shops are generally more willing to perform these crucial services than dealerships.
This source explains how to eliminate the irritating noises from windshield wipers and make them last longer. The primary cause of noise is often a deformed wiper arm mechanism, which can be fixed with a couple of tools by slightly adjusting the angle. Beyond physical repair, the video details a cleaning regimen using WD40 followed by denatured alcohol to remove built-up debris from the wiper blades. Finally, applying a product like New Finish car polish to the clean windshield makes the glass slick, allowing the wipers to glide smoothly and function optimally.
This video provides practical advice on troubleshooting and fixing common car air conditioning issues yourself, potentially saving significant money compared to mechanic costs. The key takeaway is that you can accurately refill your AC refrigerant based on weight using a simple scale, rather than relying on complex pressure readings that are affected by external factors like temperature and humidity. The speaker also emphasizes checking other easily fixable problems like radiator cooling fans, cabin air filters, and even the car's battery, which can all impact AC performance. Finally, the video discusses using sealant for small leaks, but stresses the importance of properly evacuating the system and using the product correctly for it to have a chance of working.
Negotiate the "buy rate" when you finance or lease a car to make sure you get the best price possible!
Use OEM transmission fluid...or all fluids really.
P0171 Engine running lean. Scotty goes through his approach. Mass air flow sensor cleaning fixed this one, as it did my car recently. Now I can do it myself.