Repair and maintenance

Front strut support bearing: dimensions, signs of malfunction, replacement

Front strut support bearing: dimensions, signs of malfunction, replacement

Shock absorbers are attached to the car body by means of upper supports, the design of which includes special bearings. Their role is to evenly distribute shock loads transmitted from the front wheels. About what constitutes support

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We reupholster the car steering wheel with leather

We reupholster the car steering wheel with leather

There are different ways to create patterns and many tips on this matter. One of them is to rip out the old sheathing. It is quite possible that some car services also use this method. But it is only good if the steering wheel was previously

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Car interior: how to remove scratches from plastic - only effective and proven methods

Car interior: how to remove scratches from plastic - only effective and proven methods

“A person is good if he is bright from the inside. Don’t look at his brilliant appearance!” - Nosir Khisrou. The same can be said about cars. If a car is beautiful in appearance, but under its hood there is an engine that does not match this appearance - it will never be

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Why do car headlights sweat from the inside and what to do about it?

Why do car headlights sweat from the inside and what to do about it?

The serviceability of optics is a mandatory condition that is required of every driver. Safety when driving in the dark depends on the condition of the optics. Therefore, it is very important to constantly monitor its serviceability and eliminate any problems in a timely manner.

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Car washes: how to choose the best?

Car washes: how to choose the best?

A question that becomes especially relevant with the onset of a warm, dry season. Any city resident now has the opportunity to wash his car at almost every intersection. But sinks are different... According to their design, equipment and technology

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Fuel filter and its effect on engine performance

Fuel filter and its effect on engine performance

The condition of the system through which gasoline circulates largely determines the productivity and service life of a car engine. Despite its simple design, the filter element has a significant impact on the dynamic characteristics of the vehicle. Behind

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Engine operation and repair

Engine operation and repair

Daily use of a car in city conditions is a very serious test and load even for the most modern engines. Constant switching of start-stop driving modes, operation on low-grade fuel and other consumables

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How to change silent blocks on a VAZ-2106 car

How to change silent blocks on a VAZ-2106 car

A silent block is a rubber-metal hinge, structurally consisting of a rubber bushing pressed between two steel bushings. They are installed in moving parts of the car suspension and protect it from shock and vibration. In addition, res

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How to open the hood if the cable is broken

How to open the hood if the cable is broken

Car owners often face the problem of opening the hood due to a broken cable. This is an important part that helps to gain access to the “heart” of the car. A broken cable drive causes a lot of trouble for the driver. Breakdown always happens

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VAZ 2110: replacing the internal grenade with a proven method

VAZ 2110: replacing the internal grenade with a proven method

While the car is moving, the noise that occurs in the grenade can be a sign of its damage. If there is the slightest presence of non-standard noise in this mechanism, the internal grenade on the VAZ 2110 must be replaced. This part is very important, because

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Car radiator leaked while on the road

Car radiator leaked while on the road

What to do if your car's radiator leaks? There are several solutions to the problem that will help you stop the leak yourself and give you time to get to a car service center. A cooling system leak on the road clearly indicates wear/crack

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How to remove scratches on a car

How to remove scratches on a car

In this case, a wax pencil will not help, so do not waste money on it. But fixing the scratch with paint will help. The sequence of work is identical to that described above, but with some nuances. Preparatory work must be carried out

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