faizanvick asked:
I have a 99 nissan sentra gxe sedan
I have a 99 nissan sentra gxe sedan
Archive for September, 2009
How do you clean headlights on a car?
Tuesday, September 29th, 2009how to repair, 2001 ford taurus, headlight switch?
Monday, September 28th, 2009
papabear asked:
knob broke off
BRING OLD HEADLIGHTS, CONVERTIBLE TOP WINDOWS & SIDE MARKERS BACK TO NEW LIKE CONDITION in Less Than 5 Minutes!
knob broke off
BRING OLD HEADLIGHTS, CONVERTIBLE TOP WINDOWS & SIDE MARKERS BACK TO NEW LIKE CONDITION in Less Than 5 Minutes!
How much will it cost to repair one broken headlight?
Friday, September 25th, 2009
DC asked:
My car’s right headlight was broken today.
(The one for long-distance lighting–high beam only.)
The glass and bulb were broken.
My car isToyota 1993 camary.
My car’s right headlight was broken today.
(The one for long-distance lighting–high beam only.)
The glass and bulb were broken.
My car isToyota 1993 camary.
Will it cost a lot to repair by a dealer?
I am in Pittsburg, KS.
Thanks.
Of course, I need to repair the glass and have a new bulb.
Is it possible to repair the cover by myself? I know I can change the bulb by myself though.
Labor cost is way too much than the components.
How do I clean brake fluid off of plastic headlights?
Thursday, September 24th, 2009
John asked:
I wanted to clean my plastic headlights on my 99 Audi A6, so I rubbed some brake fluid on there and left it. I know, I am an idiot. So I saw the next day that my headlight turned very hazy from the brake fluid, and nothing seems to get the brake fluid off.
I wanted to clean my plastic headlights on my 99 Audi A6, so I rubbed some brake fluid on there and left it. I know, I am an idiot. So I saw the next day that my headlight turned very hazy from the brake fluid, and nothing seems to get the brake fluid off.
So my question is how do I remove the brake fluid from the headlighs (preferably without wet sanding)? Can I get specific instructions, please?
Thanks! 
13 year old 8th grader starting car-detailing business?
Sunday, September 20th, 2009
wutwutwut246 asked:
Do you think it would be a good idea for a 13 and 14 year old to start a car detailing service? Also, how much would be the ideal amount to charge per car?
Do you think it would be a good idea for a 13 and 14 year old to start a car detailing service? Also, how much would be the ideal amount to charge per car?
Tuesday, September 15th, 2009
David Maillie asked:
We all know it is cheaper to fix things yourself. It is the same with a car or truck. The biggest expense with any repair is not the parts, but the labor. It is not uncommon for repair and service shops to be charging $60 to $70 per hour of labor. And they round to the next half hour or hour for any repair. Just go to any new car dealer and ask to have your windshield wiper blades replaced. They will charge you 10 times the price of replacements at your local auto parts store. So anything you can do yourself to save will be a big help. The purpose of this article is to show you some things you can do on your own and how to get the lowest prices on parts so you can save big and put your money towards something better than fattening your local auto dealers pockets.
First off is routine maintenance. Routine maintenance consists of items like oil changes, tire rotations, and similar. Oil changes are a must at every 4000 to 5000 miles for most every car. Do not go by what your dealer says. They want to rev up your maintenance plan and have you doing more than is required. Instead, use your owners manual. If your car did not come with one, than buy one off of Ebay. The owners manual will give you exact recommendations for every service and when and what should be done. For oil changes use Walmart. They charge around $15 for a oil and filter change and will lube your chassis at the same time. They will also check your tires and change your air filter if you desire or need it. They have the best service for the lowest price and at $15 its better to have them do it than do it yourself. Expect to pay twice this at a new car dealer.
It is also a good idea to check your tire pressure at every gas fill up. A tire pressure gauge can be purchased at Walmart or any auto parts store for a few dollars. Proper tire pressure will prolong the usefulness of your tires and help ensure better fuel economy. To most people a under inflated tire is pretty obvious, but a over inflated tire can be just as dangerous as it can lead to blowouts and loss of traction especially in wet conditions (hydroplaning). Also, check your tires for nails, punctures, slashes, anything that could be wrong with it. If you need new tires, be sure to shop around and avoid the new car dealer as they will have a huge markup on them. For instance, 1 ZR Goodyear tire for a 2002 Ford Mustang GT was $289. The same ZR tire with a different make (Kumho) was $100 installed and balanced (the $289 at the dealer did not include installation or balancing. Shop around and look at discount stores. Also look at Costco, Sams club and BJs for tires. If you have an older car and do not care about matching the exact style you can always go to your local junk yard and buy an entire set for dirt cheap. You would be amavzed at what you might find there. A friend of mine picked up 4 tires for a 1999 corvette for $150 and the tires only had maybe 10,000 miles on them if that.
Lights and lighting on your car are an item that is routinely overlooked. If your lights are dim you could have a battery charge, alternator or dim, cloudy lenses. These are all easy to fix. A battery should be checked for its ability to hold charge at least once a year (more in extremely cold climates). An alternator can be replaced very easily, or if you do not feel comfortable a local mechanic can do it. Do not do this at a new car dealer as they will charge at least 300% more. A good tip is to go and buy the part at your local auto parts store and then inquire with the counter clerk as to a mechanic that they recommend to install it. You will save a lot and it will be professionally done. They will probably even come to your house to do it. As to your headlights, turn on your lights. If they are dim, is it the bulb or cloudy lenses? If it is the bulb, the cheapest replacements can be found at Walmart or on Ebay. It is recommended you go with brighter Xeon bulbs as they are only a few dollars more and increase brightness and night visibility by over 20 percent. If it is cloudy headlights there is a new headlight repair and restoration kit that will restore the lenses to new. This will save you big over replacement as the average plastic automotive lens costs $250 to replace.
Checking your fluid levels routinely is a good idea. A lot of cars now will do this for you and will even alert you to when it is time to perform a certain service. It takes 2 minutes to unscrew the oil cap and pull out the dipstick. On older cars you should also look under the cap. Is the oil really dirty, sludge like, or have white in it? These all indicate something needs to be done. The first two mean it is in dire need of an oil change. The latter with the whiteness or light chocolate look means you have a blown head gasket and coolant is leaking into the engine. That is really bad and requires major repairs and can be the result of running a car too hot. Fill all fluids to the fuel full line or indicator. By routinely checking your cars fluid levels you will be ahead of the game and keep your car running better and for much longer.
Another great idea to keep service costs to a minimum and save you big at the same time is to buy 1 to 3 year old used cars with around 30,000 miles on them. Then drive them until you get 100,000 miles on it and replace it. Most major repairs rarely occur before 100,000 miles with proper routine maintenance. Use and follow your owners manual. It was written by the ultimate expert, the people who built, designed and tested your car.
We all know it is cheaper to fix things yourself. It is the same with a car or truck. The biggest expense with any repair is not the parts, but the labor. It is not uncommon for repair and service shops to be charging $60 to $70 per hour of labor. And they round to the next half hour or hour for any repair. Just go to any new car dealer and ask to have your windshield wiper blades replaced. They will charge you 10 times the price of replacements at your local auto parts store. So anything you can do yourself to save will be a big help. The purpose of this article is to show you some things you can do on your own and how to get the lowest prices on parts so you can save big and put your money towards something better than fattening your local auto dealers pockets.
First off is routine maintenance. Routine maintenance consists of items like oil changes, tire rotations, and similar. Oil changes are a must at every 4000 to 5000 miles for most every car. Do not go by what your dealer says. They want to rev up your maintenance plan and have you doing more than is required. Instead, use your owners manual. If your car did not come with one, than buy one off of Ebay. The owners manual will give you exact recommendations for every service and when and what should be done. For oil changes use Walmart. They charge around $15 for a oil and filter change and will lube your chassis at the same time. They will also check your tires and change your air filter if you desire or need it. They have the best service for the lowest price and at $15 its better to have them do it than do it yourself. Expect to pay twice this at a new car dealer.
It is also a good idea to check your tire pressure at every gas fill up. A tire pressure gauge can be purchased at Walmart or any auto parts store for a few dollars. Proper tire pressure will prolong the usefulness of your tires and help ensure better fuel economy. To most people a under inflated tire is pretty obvious, but a over inflated tire can be just as dangerous as it can lead to blowouts and loss of traction especially in wet conditions (hydroplaning). Also, check your tires for nails, punctures, slashes, anything that could be wrong with it. If you need new tires, be sure to shop around and avoid the new car dealer as they will have a huge markup on them. For instance, 1 ZR Goodyear tire for a 2002 Ford Mustang GT was $289. The same ZR tire with a different make (Kumho) was $100 installed and balanced (the $289 at the dealer did not include installation or balancing. Shop around and look at discount stores. Also look at Costco, Sams club and BJs for tires. If you have an older car and do not care about matching the exact style you can always go to your local junk yard and buy an entire set for dirt cheap. You would be amavzed at what you might find there. A friend of mine picked up 4 tires for a 1999 corvette for $150 and the tires only had maybe 10,000 miles on them if that.
Lights and lighting on your car are an item that is routinely overlooked. If your lights are dim you could have a battery charge, alternator or dim, cloudy lenses. These are all easy to fix. A battery should be checked for its ability to hold charge at least once a year (more in extremely cold climates). An alternator can be replaced very easily, or if you do not feel comfortable a local mechanic can do it. Do not do this at a new car dealer as they will charge at least 300% more. A good tip is to go and buy the part at your local auto parts store and then inquire with the counter clerk as to a mechanic that they recommend to install it. You will save a lot and it will be professionally done. They will probably even come to your house to do it. As to your headlights, turn on your lights. If they are dim, is it the bulb or cloudy lenses? If it is the bulb, the cheapest replacements can be found at Walmart or on Ebay. It is recommended you go with brighter Xeon bulbs as they are only a few dollars more and increase brightness and night visibility by over 20 percent. If it is cloudy headlights there is a new headlight repair and restoration kit that will restore the lenses to new. This will save you big over replacement as the average plastic automotive lens costs $250 to replace.
Checking your fluid levels routinely is a good idea. A lot of cars now will do this for you and will even alert you to when it is time to perform a certain service. It takes 2 minutes to unscrew the oil cap and pull out the dipstick. On older cars you should also look under the cap. Is the oil really dirty, sludge like, or have white in it? These all indicate something needs to be done. The first two mean it is in dire need of an oil change. The latter with the whiteness or light chocolate look means you have a blown head gasket and coolant is leaking into the engine. That is really bad and requires major repairs and can be the result of running a car too hot. Fill all fluids to the fuel full line or indicator. By routinely checking your cars fluid levels you will be ahead of the game and keep your car running better and for much longer.
Another great idea to keep service costs to a minimum and save you big at the same time is to buy 1 to 3 year old used cars with around 30,000 miles on them. Then drive them until you get 100,000 miles on it and replace it. Most major repairs rarely occur before 100,000 miles with proper routine maintenance. Use and follow your owners manual. It was written by the ultimate expert, the people who built, designed and tested your car.
Monday, September 14th, 2009
Carazoo.com asked:
Car painting is a fun activity that can be enjoyed if you know the art of painting. Not everyone can buy a new car but an old car looks unimpressive with scratches and dents. The best thing you can do to revive the fading look of your car is change the paint.
Car paint will help remove old stains, scratches, and give a completely new look to the car. So, you can get your car painted at the garage or do it yourself. If you plan to paint your car at home, then here are some of the tips that may help you give a sparkling look to your car.
Explained below are the top 10 car painting tips:
First collect all the things required for painting your car. You need car wax, grease remover, appropriate car paint, wire, spray gun, clear coat paint, masking tape, and primer.
Park your car in an enclosed area to protect it from dust, insects, and debris while painting.
After collecting all the things required, wash your car properly and remove the slightest of dust from your car. This will help give a better paint finish.
Use grease remover or car wax to remove any kind of stubborn stains from the car paint.
Then use sandpaper to smoothen your car and get rid of all rough areas on the car.
After removing all the dust, dirt, and stain from the car, ensure that you clean the car exterior using a clean, dry, and fresh cloth.
If there are certain areas like trimmings on the car door or car windows that need not be painted, cover them with a masking tape.
Then apply primer evenly throughout the car exterior. This forms the base of your car paint. Once again rub the sand paper on the applied primer to ensure smooth application of the primer.
After applying the primer, apply the base coat of the car paint using a spray gun. Use urethane-based paint of your desired car colour choice or other best quality paint as recommended by the car manufacturer. Let the base coat dry for about 10 to fifteen minutes. Then apply the final coating of your car paint and let it dry for a longer time.
Clean the nozzles of the spray gun in between two coats or else small flakes of dried paint may cause imperfections on the final car paint finish.
BRING OLD HEADLIGHTS, CONVERTIBLE TOP WINDOWS & SIDE MARKERS BACK TO NEW LIKE CONDITION in Less Than 5 Minutes!
Car painting is a fun activity that can be enjoyed if you know the art of painting. Not everyone can buy a new car but an old car looks unimpressive with scratches and dents. The best thing you can do to revive the fading look of your car is change the paint.
Car paint will help remove old stains, scratches, and give a completely new look to the car. So, you can get your car painted at the garage or do it yourself. If you plan to paint your car at home, then here are some of the tips that may help you give a sparkling look to your car.
Explained below are the top 10 car painting tips:
First collect all the things required for painting your car. You need car wax, grease remover, appropriate car paint, wire, spray gun, clear coat paint, masking tape, and primer.
Park your car in an enclosed area to protect it from dust, insects, and debris while painting.
After collecting all the things required, wash your car properly and remove the slightest of dust from your car. This will help give a better paint finish.
Use grease remover or car wax to remove any kind of stubborn stains from the car paint.
Then use sandpaper to smoothen your car and get rid of all rough areas on the car.
After removing all the dust, dirt, and stain from the car, ensure that you clean the car exterior using a clean, dry, and fresh cloth.
If there are certain areas like trimmings on the car door or car windows that need not be painted, cover them with a masking tape.
Then apply primer evenly throughout the car exterior. This forms the base of your car paint. Once again rub the sand paper on the applied primer to ensure smooth application of the primer.
After applying the primer, apply the base coat of the car paint using a spray gun. Use urethane-based paint of your desired car colour choice or other best quality paint as recommended by the car manufacturer. Let the base coat dry for about 10 to fifteen minutes. Then apply the final coating of your car paint and let it dry for a longer time.
Clean the nozzles of the spray gun in between two coats or else small flakes of dried paint may cause imperfections on the final car paint finish.
BRING OLD HEADLIGHTS, CONVERTIBLE TOP WINDOWS & SIDE MARKERS BACK TO NEW LIKE CONDITION in Less Than 5 Minutes!
Monday, September 14th, 2009
John Steel asked:
In the past, automakers designed headlight lenses made from glass so they were limited in the size and shape they could produce. Since then, auto manufacturers began designing cars with plastic headlights. This modification mainly occurred due to the change in the design of cars—cars became lighter and more aerodynamic, plus plastic was by far less expensive to produce than glass. Today this plastic material is the chosen choice because it is very light and can be transformed into unlimited sizes and shapes to satisfy new car designs.
Polycarbonate has its advantages but also has its disadvantages—namely oxidation / discoloration. To the naked eye one cannot tell that these plastic lenses are actually a porous material that expands ever so slightly when it gets hot. Degradation of the lens occurs over time. Having your headlights on or being exposed to the heat of the day causes the pores to open allowing debris from the road to get in. Debris, together with a combination of environmental factors such as the sun (UV rays), smog, acid rain, car exhaust, and harsh chemicals used to wash you car can cause the plastic headlight lenses to become oxidized.
Plastic oxidation leads to lens discoloration, which transforms new, clear, bright, shiny plastic to a dull yellow tint that appears to be foggy, hazy, or cloudy. This process (oxidation), as described above, not only becomes an eyesore but also is unsafe. Because of the degradation of the plastic lens, less light passed through resulting in diminished visibility during night driving. The car owner either had to deal with these cloudy yellow, oxidized headlight lenses posing serious safety issues or purchase expensive replacement headlights costing hundreds or thousands of dollars.
“The Headlight Solution” at www.headlightsolution.net wants the public to know and learn how to restore, clean, polish, and clear those cloudy, yellow plastic headlight lenses on their own without putting more money into the car manufacturer’s pocket. One can restore headlights to like-new condition by taking off the top layer of oxidized plastic. This can be achieved through polishing, wet sanding, or through the use of chemicals. Auto manufacturers would rather you go to them for a headlight repair (charging as much as $150) or headlight replacement ($100-$1,000). The top layer of plastic on the headlights contains a UV polymer that retards or slows down the aging of the plastic lens. Therefore, it is important to use a polish (containing UV polymers) or UV coating to slow down the oxidation or discoloration of the lens. Parking your car in the shade or garage, or maintaining the lens by washing, waxing, and polishing a minimum of every three months, could avoid damage to the headlight lens.
“The Headlight Solution” specializes in headlight restoration. The products we use on a daily basis to renew headlights are indeed the products we sell. Rest assured that when placing an order for any of our headlight restoration kits you are getting the real deal and top quality products. Our business is restoring headlights on used vehicles, as well as restoring the emergency lighting on service vehicles. We not only come to your home or place of business to refinish your headlight lens, but also sell a headlight cleaner or headlight lens cleaner. As a matter of fact, we sell two types of plastic lens cleaners:
1. Basic Headlight Restoration Kit (for light discoloration)
2. Advanced Headlight Restoration Kit (for more severe discoloration)
Both kits work extremely well. Choosing a kit depends on the severity of your vehicle’s lenses. Our kits are very easy to use and do not require the use of special tools or training. Beware of kits that offer backing plates and drill attachments. While they may save time, they may cause irreversible damage due to various drill speeds causing burning or swirls in the plastic lens. First-time users should avoid these kits because it takes skill and practice to control the drill from making these mistakes and possibly slipping off and ruining a perfectly fine paint job.
In our Advanced Headlight Restoration Kit, we even supply a small roll of blue painters tape to mask your headlight to protect your paint job during the restoration process. Along with both kits, one also receives a step-by-step brochure outlining how to clean headlights appropriately to obtain bright, shiny headlamps while restoring optical clarity to your lenses. Both of our kits carry a satisfaction guarantee. If you are not satisfied with either of our products, simply return the remaining contents of the kit for a full refund. If anyone has any questions while reconditioning their headlamps, feel free to email us and one of our trained technicians can walk you through the quick and easy process of headlight restoration.
Got Yellow Headlight Lenses? Need a Headlight Cleaner? Want Us to Restore Your Vehicle’s Yellow Headlight Lenses? Contact The Headlight Solution.
In the past, automakers designed headlight lenses made from glass so they were limited in the size and shape they could produce. Since then, auto manufacturers began designing cars with plastic headlights. This modification mainly occurred due to the change in the design of cars—cars became lighter and more aerodynamic, plus plastic was by far less expensive to produce than glass. Today this plastic material is the chosen choice because it is very light and can be transformed into unlimited sizes and shapes to satisfy new car designs.
Polycarbonate has its advantages but also has its disadvantages—namely oxidation / discoloration. To the naked eye one cannot tell that these plastic lenses are actually a porous material that expands ever so slightly when it gets hot. Degradation of the lens occurs over time. Having your headlights on or being exposed to the heat of the day causes the pores to open allowing debris from the road to get in. Debris, together with a combination of environmental factors such as the sun (UV rays), smog, acid rain, car exhaust, and harsh chemicals used to wash you car can cause the plastic headlight lenses to become oxidized.
Plastic oxidation leads to lens discoloration, which transforms new, clear, bright, shiny plastic to a dull yellow tint that appears to be foggy, hazy, or cloudy. This process (oxidation), as described above, not only becomes an eyesore but also is unsafe. Because of the degradation of the plastic lens, less light passed through resulting in diminished visibility during night driving. The car owner either had to deal with these cloudy yellow, oxidized headlight lenses posing serious safety issues or purchase expensive replacement headlights costing hundreds or thousands of dollars.
“The Headlight Solution” at www.headlightsolution.net wants the public to know and learn how to restore, clean, polish, and clear those cloudy, yellow plastic headlight lenses on their own without putting more money into the car manufacturer’s pocket. One can restore headlights to like-new condition by taking off the top layer of oxidized plastic. This can be achieved through polishing, wet sanding, or through the use of chemicals. Auto manufacturers would rather you go to them for a headlight repair (charging as much as $150) or headlight replacement ($100-$1,000). The top layer of plastic on the headlights contains a UV polymer that retards or slows down the aging of the plastic lens. Therefore, it is important to use a polish (containing UV polymers) or UV coating to slow down the oxidation or discoloration of the lens. Parking your car in the shade or garage, or maintaining the lens by washing, waxing, and polishing a minimum of every three months, could avoid damage to the headlight lens.
“The Headlight Solution” specializes in headlight restoration. The products we use on a daily basis to renew headlights are indeed the products we sell. Rest assured that when placing an order for any of our headlight restoration kits you are getting the real deal and top quality products. Our business is restoring headlights on used vehicles, as well as restoring the emergency lighting on service vehicles. We not only come to your home or place of business to refinish your headlight lens, but also sell a headlight cleaner or headlight lens cleaner. As a matter of fact, we sell two types of plastic lens cleaners:
1. Basic Headlight Restoration Kit (for light discoloration)
2. Advanced Headlight Restoration Kit (for more severe discoloration)
Both kits work extremely well. Choosing a kit depends on the severity of your vehicle’s lenses. Our kits are very easy to use and do not require the use of special tools or training. Beware of kits that offer backing plates and drill attachments. While they may save time, they may cause irreversible damage due to various drill speeds causing burning or swirls in the plastic lens. First-time users should avoid these kits because it takes skill and practice to control the drill from making these mistakes and possibly slipping off and ruining a perfectly fine paint job.
In our Advanced Headlight Restoration Kit, we even supply a small roll of blue painters tape to mask your headlight to protect your paint job during the restoration process. Along with both kits, one also receives a step-by-step brochure outlining how to clean headlights appropriately to obtain bright, shiny headlamps while restoring optical clarity to your lenses. Both of our kits carry a satisfaction guarantee. If you are not satisfied with either of our products, simply return the remaining contents of the kit for a full refund. If anyone has any questions while reconditioning their headlamps, feel free to email us and one of our trained technicians can walk you through the quick and easy process of headlight restoration.
Got Yellow Headlight Lenses? Need a Headlight Cleaner? Want Us to Restore Your Vehicle’s Yellow Headlight Lenses? Contact The Headlight Solution.
Crystal View Headlight Restoration?
Sunday, September 13th, 2009
Peter C asked:
Our 2000 Mercedes E320 has some oxidation on the headlights. Does that Crystal View Headlight Restoration package work? (The one they sell at Walmart and Advance) I’ve read about it and it says that it does. But I need it to work after the rain and for longer than a week or so. Is it possible? Does it really work in the first place?
BRING OLD HEADLIGHTS, CONVERTIBLE TOP WINDOWS & SIDE MARKERS BACK TO NEW LIKE CONDITION in Less Than 5 Minutes!
Our 2000 Mercedes E320 has some oxidation on the headlights. Does that Crystal View Headlight Restoration package work? (The one they sell at Walmart and Advance) I’ve read about it and it says that it does. But I need it to work after the rain and for longer than a week or so. Is it possible? Does it really work in the first place?
BRING OLD HEADLIGHTS, CONVERTIBLE TOP WINDOWS & SIDE MARKERS BACK TO NEW LIKE CONDITION in Less Than 5 Minutes!
Saturday, September 12th, 2009
Business Local Listings asked:
Auto inspection is the term commonly used to mean vehicle inspection covering automobiles and trucks. There are several reasons why a vehicle undergoes auto inspection. One is when this is required by law. Another is when a vehicle is being sold as a used automobile or truck and the buyer requests the auto inspection. Finally, it is recommended that a vehicle owner bring his or her own automobile or truck for auto inspection by a highly skilled automotive mechanic every year or two as part of preventive maintenance. Tampa vehicle owners should take note of this.
Auto Safety Inspection Required By Law
The law requires auto safety inspection to make certain that vehicles are road worthy, preventing harm to the drivers, passengers, the other people on the road and even the environment. There are specific automotive shops that are licensed to perform such required auto inspections, with specially trained vehicle inspectors.
Auto safety inspection covers the vehicle’s brakes, tires, engine, transmission system, muffler, horn, lights, mirrors, windshield, windshield wipers and window glass. To pass clean air inspection, the vehicle’s emission control system is checked and the chemical content of its exhaust is tested.
Failure to pass any of the safety tests means the automobile or truck needs to undergo immediate repair and another round of tests.
To pass, vehicle owners should ensure the following before bringing the vehicle for auto safety inspection.
All tires, including the spare tire, should be in good condition with no bulges, bald areas, cuts or any fabric showing. Tread depth around the tire circumference and across 75% of tire breadth should be no less than one millimeter.
There should be no leaks at all, whether of gasoline or any other fluid.
The brakes should be working properly and should be able to stop the vehicle within 50 feet when running at 25 miles an hour.
There should be no leaks in the exhaust system and the sound of engine exhaust has to be effectively reduced by the muffler.
The horn should be in good working condition, as do the lights, including headlights, parking lights, turn signals and license plate lights.
The windshield should be made of clear glass and any tint should be only a strip of not more than four inches from the top of the windshield. The windshield wipers and their rubber blades should be working properly.
The mirrors should provide clear views of the rear and sides of the vehicle.
All glass used in windows should have no holes, breaks or cracks. Tinting is allowed by law only up to 35%.
Pre-Sale Auto Inspection of Used Vehicles
The type of auto inspection required by buyers of used vehicles is meant to ensure that the vehicle is a worthy purchase. The buyer needs to trust the mechanic who will check the vehicle’s engine, transmission system, brakes, cooling system, instrumentation, wheels, tires, body, interior, underbody and everything else for signs of damage or any impending problems. The mechanic then gives the buyer a report.
Auto Inspection for Vehicle Maintenance
Auto inspection for vehicle maintenance is a voluntary procedure by vehicle owners. This ensures that the vehicle is kept in prime condition and that any potential problems are discovered early on and are acted upon. This is not only ensures that you are able to protect your investment in the vehicle but, more importantly, prevents any future accidents caused by malfunction.
Take care of your engine and car transmission system. Follow all maintenance procedures such as truck and auto oil change. Make sure you use reliable car and truck parts such as those from AC Delco. Proper maintenance and timely auto and truck repair by a qualified automotive mechanic will ensure that your vehicle always passes any auto inspection in Tampa.
BRING OLD HEADLIGHTS, CONVERTIBLE TOP WINDOWS & SIDE MARKERS BACK TO NEW LIKE CONDITION in Less Than 5 Minutes!
Auto inspection is the term commonly used to mean vehicle inspection covering automobiles and trucks. There are several reasons why a vehicle undergoes auto inspection. One is when this is required by law. Another is when a vehicle is being sold as a used automobile or truck and the buyer requests the auto inspection. Finally, it is recommended that a vehicle owner bring his or her own automobile or truck for auto inspection by a highly skilled automotive mechanic every year or two as part of preventive maintenance. Tampa vehicle owners should take note of this.
Auto Safety Inspection Required By Law
The law requires auto safety inspection to make certain that vehicles are road worthy, preventing harm to the drivers, passengers, the other people on the road and even the environment. There are specific automotive shops that are licensed to perform such required auto inspections, with specially trained vehicle inspectors.
Auto safety inspection covers the vehicle’s brakes, tires, engine, transmission system, muffler, horn, lights, mirrors, windshield, windshield wipers and window glass. To pass clean air inspection, the vehicle’s emission control system is checked and the chemical content of its exhaust is tested.
Failure to pass any of the safety tests means the automobile or truck needs to undergo immediate repair and another round of tests.
To pass, vehicle owners should ensure the following before bringing the vehicle for auto safety inspection.
All tires, including the spare tire, should be in good condition with no bulges, bald areas, cuts or any fabric showing. Tread depth around the tire circumference and across 75% of tire breadth should be no less than one millimeter.
There should be no leaks at all, whether of gasoline or any other fluid.
The brakes should be working properly and should be able to stop the vehicle within 50 feet when running at 25 miles an hour.
There should be no leaks in the exhaust system and the sound of engine exhaust has to be effectively reduced by the muffler.
The horn should be in good working condition, as do the lights, including headlights, parking lights, turn signals and license plate lights.
The windshield should be made of clear glass and any tint should be only a strip of not more than four inches from the top of the windshield. The windshield wipers and their rubber blades should be working properly.
The mirrors should provide clear views of the rear and sides of the vehicle.
All glass used in windows should have no holes, breaks or cracks. Tinting is allowed by law only up to 35%.
Pre-Sale Auto Inspection of Used Vehicles
The type of auto inspection required by buyers of used vehicles is meant to ensure that the vehicle is a worthy purchase. The buyer needs to trust the mechanic who will check the vehicle’s engine, transmission system, brakes, cooling system, instrumentation, wheels, tires, body, interior, underbody and everything else for signs of damage or any impending problems. The mechanic then gives the buyer a report.
Auto Inspection for Vehicle Maintenance
Auto inspection for vehicle maintenance is a voluntary procedure by vehicle owners. This ensures that the vehicle is kept in prime condition and that any potential problems are discovered early on and are acted upon. This is not only ensures that you are able to protect your investment in the vehicle but, more importantly, prevents any future accidents caused by malfunction.
Take care of your engine and car transmission system. Follow all maintenance procedures such as truck and auto oil change. Make sure you use reliable car and truck parts such as those from AC Delco. Proper maintenance and timely auto and truck repair by a qualified automotive mechanic will ensure that your vehicle always passes any auto inspection in Tampa.
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