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Maintenance

Our Maintenance page is all about keeping your car in top shape. We include schedules and checklists to help you keep track of routine tasks like oil changes and brake inspections.

These schedules are based on manufacturer recommendations and are tailored to your specific make and model. In addition to routine maintenance, we also offer guides for more complex maintenance procedures, such as replacing timing belts or flushing the cooling system.

Our maintenance page is a valuable resource for keeping your car running smoothly and efficiently.

What Color Should Engine Oil Be On Dipstick? 4 Colors [Explained]

January 18, 2023September 24, 2022 by All Car Fix
what color should engine oil on dipstick

After some time and mileage, your engine oil will appear considerably darker and dirtier. Eventually, you will have to drain and change your engine oil as part of your car’s basic …

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Categories Engine Oil, Maintenance

What Happens When You Connect The Battery Terminals Wrong?

January 8, 2023September 23, 2022 by All Car Fix

Jump-starting a vehicle or installing a new battery appears to be a simple process. You must clamp the connectors and transfer the charge from the working battery to the dead …

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Categories Electrical, Maintenance

Can You Change Tire Size on the Same Rim?

January 8, 2023September 19, 2022 by All Car Fix

When car performance upgrades come to mind, everyone thinks about the engine. While that is important, it’s not the only place you should be looking to improve performance. Improving your …

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Categories Maintenance, Tires

Is Synthetic Oil Better for High-Mileage Car? Benefits of Synthetic High-Mileage Oil

January 18, 2023September 17, 2022 by All Car Fix
Synthetic Oil Better for High-Mileage Car

One of the ways to give your vehicle’s engine a more extended life is by using synthetic oil for high-mileage cars. Though it can be more pricey than synthetic blends …

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Categories Engine Oil, Maintenance

Can You Add Oil While The Engine is Hot? Top 6 Questions [Solved]

January 18, 2023September 14, 2022 by All Car Fix

Every so often, your car’s engine needs to have oil added. If a car has an oil light on, it’s very important that you stop what you are doing and …

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Categories Engine Oil, Maintenance

Can You Mix Oil Viscosities? 5 Important Things You Should Know 

January 18, 2023September 11, 2022 by All Car Fix
mixing oil viscosity

When selecting the best engine oil, aside from brand, the viscosity or oil grade is often the primary deciding factor. Although all vehicles have specified the type of oil for …

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Categories Engine Oil, Maintenance

Can You Mix 5W20 and 10W30 Motor Oil? Yes, But Read This First

January 18, 2023September 8, 2022 by All Car Fix

You often face a dilemma regarding which oil to use, whether mixing oil brands, oil types, or weight. This is especially true if you have a new car that needs …

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Categories General Guides, Maintenance

Can You Drive With a Bad TPMS Sensor?

January 8, 2023September 3, 2022 by All Car Fix

Car owners may sometimes overlook car sensors, but they are very important in helping drivers maintain the vehicle’s overall performance. A tire pressure monitoring system is an important sensor that …

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Categories Maintenance, Sensors

Top 5 Motor Oil Brands With High Amount of Zinc?

January 18, 2023September 2, 2022 by All Car Fix

Let’s talk about motor oil brands with high amounts of Zinc. Did you know Zinc and Phosphorus anti-wear additives are used in motor oil? Zinc and phosphorus can serve as …

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Categories Engine Oil, Maintenance

Can I Mix 5w30 And 10w40 Oil? Yes But Not Recommended

January 18, 2023August 27, 2022 by All Car Fix
Can you mix 5w20 and 5w30 engine oil?

We have written several articles about mixing oil types, viscosities (such as mixing 5w20 and 5w30, using 10w30 instead of 5w30, and mixing 5w30 with 5w40), and motor oil brands. As you know, …

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Categories Engine Oil, Maintenance
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