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Checking steering-box mountings
Automotive
Places where vital components are mounted on the bodywork or, Chassis should be inspected at least yearly. Thin metal sections are used in the bodywork of modern cars, And corrosion can cause the mountings to come adrift. Steering-system mountings, in …
How an oil pressure gauge works
Automotive
The oil pressure gauge is one of the most important instruments in a car. It acts as an indicator of the engine’s overall well-being and as an early-warning system, Giving advance notice of any problems so you can investigate the …
Renewing drum-brake shoes
Automotive
Check drum brakes at least every six months, 6,000 miles (ca. 9,656 km) or 10,000 km, or as recommended in the car’s normal service schedule. Look for worn brake linings. Integral drum brake Later cars often have a plugged inspection …
How car electrical systems work
Automotive
The electrical system of a car is a closed-circuit with, an independent power source the battery. It operates on a small fraction of the power of a household circuit. A typical electrical system Current flows along a single cable from …