Articles on automotive topics
Apply baking soda over the entire area that’s affected by corrosion. This will neutralize the battery acid. Add a small amount of water to activate the baking soda and cause a chemical reaction which will remove the corrosion. What is the easiest way to remove battery corrosion? White vinegar or lemon juice: Most household batteries …
All Ford transmissions built prior to 1977, and certain models that continued in use during 1977-1980, were designed for a high-friction fluid that allowed the shifting clutches to lock up or engage quickly. Ford specification ESW-M2C33-F covers this type of product, which is commonly referred to as “Type F” fluid. What vehicles use Type F …
Is it possible to break the car window underwater? Yes, it is but you have to do it before any water gets in. All you need is a car rescue tool to clear your exit. Is it impossible to break glass underwater? You can open a window in a submerged car by using a manual …
What does the R mean on battery? From what I gather, the R indicates “reverse”, meaning that the terminals are reversed. Some batteries online are listed as 26R with no 5N. What is L or R in car battery? L stands for left, and R means right. Some batteries come with an additional S lettering …
Mercedes-Benz returned to Formula One as an engine supplier in 1994 in partnership with Ilmor, a British independent high-performance autosport engineering company with its manufacturing centre based in Brixworth, Northamptonshire. Where are Mercedes Formula 1 engines built? Home of the Mercedes AMG High Performance Powertrains (HPP) Today, Brixworth is a state-of-the-art technology campus where around …
Why do people cover car seats with blankets? Car seat manufacturers warn against dressing infants in bulky clothing or over-swaddling children in blankets while they’re in their car seats. … Using a car seat cover provides snugness and warmth outside of the car without interfering with the buckles. Is it safe to put blanket over …
Automotive Repair Shop means a development for the servicing and repair of motor vehicles. This definition includes but is not limited to transmission repair shops, muffler repair shops, tire shops, automotive glass shops, autobody repair, painting and detailing, and automotive upholstery shops. What can I expect at an auto repair shop? What to Expect from …
Estimating an acceptable delivery mileage isn’t an exact science, as the amount can vary by manufacturer and dealer. The general rule, though, is that anything under 200 miles is acceptable for a new car. Does a new engine mean 0 miles? No. The odometer is legally required to show the actual total miles travelled by …
Can you pull an automatic truck in neutral? If you tow a vehicle with an automatic transmission while all the wheels are on the ground, it could result in a lot of damage. … Conversely, automatic transmissions do not disengage when the vehicle is in “neutral” and towing could force the transmission to move in …
How much more efficient is an electric car? EVs have several advantages over conventional vehicles: Energy efficient. EVs convert over 77% of the electrical energy from the grid to power at the wheels. Conventional gasoline vehicles only convert about 12%–30% of the energy stored in gasoline to power at the wheels. What is the downside …