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Is a tire alignment necessary for car maintenance or only when you need it?

Tue, Mar 3, 2009

airforcewolf asked:

I went to Tire Kingdom recently and they tried to persuade me to get a tire alignment as part of my car’s maintenance. But it handles just fine and I don’t really have any problems with the steering. The tires themselves are okay, too. Were they just trying to scam me or are tire alignments really a preventative maintenance procedure?

How do I figure out the car maintenance fee for my car monthly and yearly?

Tue, Mar 3, 2009

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TRACKANDNICKJONAS asked:

I have a 2009 Honda Accord. Its total price was 21,508 and how much would it cost for car maintenance a month/yearly? How would I figure this price out?

What car Maintenance does my car really need at 35K miles?

Tue, Mar 3, 2009

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Ken asked:

I have a 2000 Hyundai Elantra that has about 35,000 miles on it. I’ve never really done any preventative maintenance on the car, mostly out of ignorance of what exactly I should have done.

I am starting to use the car more for commuting, and would like to invest some money into it to keep it running safely and smoothly for a few more years. What are some good services I can ask for when I go to the mechanic, and which services are generally bogus?

Thanks!

maintenance and repair of cars?

Tue, Mar 3, 2009

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crazyboi asked:

where is a good website to go to to teach me of car maintenance and repairs. all the possible problems and troubleshooting that have to do with cars and trucks. where the parts are and what each is used for. I want to learn all about cars

Is the maintenance cost of the STI and EVO really that bad? All cars have their cons right?

Tue, Mar 3, 2009

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Subie06 asked:

Everytime I look up the cons of the Sti and Evo, they seem pretty harsh, but all cars have problems right? problems include: engine repair, clutch replacement, etc. And how much harder in $ terms are these cars harder to keep maintain then your normal everyday civic?

what is the proper maintenance to keep your cars tires in good shape?

Tue, Mar 3, 2009

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swapping_lips asked:

can u please explain what each step does

I have an interview for vehicle maintenance and servicing level 1 at college. What can i lear about cars now ?

Tue, Mar 3, 2009

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dickiefaerenfra asked:

I want to know some beginners stuff i can teach myself before my interview next week, I have a car of my own to practise on.
I just want to show the interviewer that i already have some knowledge about cars, Any help appreciated.

whats a good site, or book to learn the basic about cars and car maintenance?

Tue, Mar 3, 2009

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My Way asked:

i’m a female and i’d like to learn about the inner workings and important things to know about maintaining a car. thanks!!!!

what kinda maintenance should I do when my cars mileage reach to 60,000?

Tue, Mar 3, 2009

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wei z asked:

I got a 06 Nissan Altima My current mile is 35,000 I lost my manual when someone stole my GPS . They took the manual,too. So, what should I do with that many miles?

Maintenance for Mercedes cars?

Tue, Mar 3, 2009

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Aboodz asked:

Punchline: How expensive is maintenance for Mercedes cars?

For a 1995 Mercedes Benz model C280 with 99k mileage, how often is the car expected to be sent for maintenance? (assuming it is bought with everything in it in sound condition)?How expensive is maintenance going to be? We’re talking just regular fixes from daily use, no major operations due to crash or whatever…

I am about to buy this car and some friends are telling me that it’s awful expensive to do any maintenance on a Mercedes… Can anyone shed some light on this matter? Thanks!