DIY CAR REPAIR BEST PRACTICES
                     DIY CAR REPAIR BEST PRACTICES
Paul Norman Jasper
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Fixing your vehicle yourself saves you a ton of money—if you know what you 
are doing. Today’s vehicles have at least one computer, the electronic control 
unit, and most have a computer for the transmission, ABS brakes, and even 
for the windows and seats. This means more wiring to sort through. Some of 
the best auto parts repair technical advice you can keep in mind is that 
anything you do will affect at least one other system on the vehicle, and you 
can easily fry any one of those computers if you cause a surge of electricity to 
go through them. Other than knowing where the computers and their wiring 
harnesses are located, there are more car repair best practices that will help 
you successfully make repairs.
Vacuum Lines
If you end up with a vacuum leak, your vehicle will run poorly, if at all, 
depending on where the leak is located. When you have to remove vacuum 
lines, be sure to remember where they go. It’s a good idea to label them if 
you have to remove several lines in the same area. As you handle each 
vacuum line, check them for dry rot and cracks. If you see anything, replace 
the line even if the line is not leaking.
Fuel Injection
If you need to replace a fuel injector, chances are, failure of the other 
injectors won’t be far behind it. It’s a good idea to replace all of the fuel 
injectors if you are replacing one. Not only will you save the labor of getting 
to the injectors next time around, but the new injectors won’t leave you 
stranded a few weeks or months down the road.
Cooling System
If you have a cooling system leak, check the entire system: Hoses, 
thermostat, water pump, and radiator. Check the hoses for dry rot and 
cracks. If the hoses feel mushy when the vehicle is hot, the hose is worn and 
on its way to failure. Change the hose. Look at the water pump for stains 
from leaking water. Remove the belt and spin the water pump pulley. If it 
seems to be loose or makes noise when you spin it, replace the water pump. 
If you have to remove the upper radiator hose, check the thermostat.
In most cases, two or three bolts hold the housing onto the block. If the 
thermostat looks rusty, replace it. Finally, check the radiator for signs of 
leakage or holes in the fins. If everything looks good, pressure test the system 
after the repair to ensure that you do not have any more leaks.
Always Buy Quality Parts
Sometimes cheaper is not better. When you buy auto parts, be sure you are 
buying quality parts. Aftermarket parts are often less expensive than parts 
from the dealer, but be sure to get them from a reputable auto parts store.
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