Cars
Steering rack: backlash and other malfunctions. How to fix or fix?
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
Steering is an integral part of any car. Thanks to this node, the vehicle can change the direction of the trajectory. The system consists of many elements. The main component is the steering rack. Her backlash is unacceptable. About malfunctions and signs of breakdown of this mechanism - later in our article
Starting the engine in the cold. Starting an injection engine in cold weather
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
The article describes how to start the engine in cold weather. Considered injection and carburetor engines with specific examples and recommendations
"Mercedes W124": specifications, tuning. Owner reviews
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
"Mercedes W124" is a car that has long become a legend in the German car industry. It has everything: a powerful engine, high speed, excellent build quality, comfortable interior, beautiful appearance. And this is not the whole list of advantages of this model. Well, it's worth talking about all its features, because the 124th Mercedes really deserves it
Characteristics of the car "Mercedes E320" in the back of W211
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
"Mercedes E320" in the back of the W211 is a car that, despite its rather advanced age, is still popular. Its appearance continues to attract attention, and the comfort that this model gives to its owner can be envied by many modern novelties produced by other companies. The car is really interesting, so it's worth telling about it in detail
How to keep the engine operating temperature within the normal range?
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
High engine temperature is a big problem for every car owner. Probably, each of us has seen Zhiguli and GAZelles standing on the side of the road with "boiled" engines, especially in summer. In general, the operating temperature of the engine should not exceed 90 degrees Celsius. If the temperature indicator goes into the red scale, this threatens with increased wear of all parts and components of the internal combustion engine, up to complete failure
UAZ oil cooler: specifications and reviews
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
Every car is equipped with a lubrication system. But it also needs cooling. For greater efficiency, the machines use an oil cooler. UAZ "Patriot" is also equipped with it. What is this element? Let's look at the device and features of the oil cooler
10W-40: transcript. What do the numbers "10W-40" on motor oil mean?
Last modified: 2025-06-01 05:06
Definition of engine oil 10W-40 - deciphering each position in it will help determine the operational characteristics of the fluid. In addition, a complete description of the classifications of motor oils is given
Performance properties of the car. The most reliable and comfortable cars
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
Performance shows how effectively a particular vehicle can be used in a particular situation. Knowing the properties of the car, you can predict in advance how the mechanism will behave in certain conditions (for example, city, highway or off-road)
Chevrolet Cruz equipment: overview, specifications, prices
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
Chevrolet Cruz is a C-class passenger car that has been mass-produced since 2008. The car replaced the outdated Lacetti. The design, specifications and equipment have been updated. Chevrolet Cruze is a very popular car in Russia. Why has it become so widespread?
Shell Helix HX8 5W40: reviews, specifications
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
Shell Helix HX8 5w40 oil is produced by the world's largest oil and gas company R.D. Shell. The manufacturer has rich experience in this industry. Shell Helix HX8 5w40 engine oil is an all-season product formulated with the latest technology. Lubrication effectively and reliably protects the engine under any load
"Mercedes 123" - the first model of the E-class of the world famous concern and a classic of the German car industry
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
"Mercedes 123" is a car for true connoisseurs. Many people who are not particularly versed in cars believe that if the model was released in the 70-80s, then it has outlived its usefulness a long time ago. However, this is not about the Mercedes W123. This machine can easily last the same amount if properly cared for. Well, this topic is very interesting, so it’s worth talking more about the legendary Mercedes and all its features
Mercedes 190 - a solid and high-quality car that has become a legend
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
Mercedes 190 is a car that, despite its considerable age, is still a wonderful car today: reliable, solid, comfortable. This car has a special history. And it should be told
Technical characteristics of "Niva-2131"
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
Despite the growing popularity of crossovers, real SUVs have always been, are and will be relevant. Today we will not consider foreign cars. In this article, we will pay attention to the Niva. Everyone has seen and knows this car. Many choose it as the main transport for fishing trips, and some still use it for the city. Indeed, the Niva is lighter than the UAZ, and more like a passenger car (the key difference is the lack of a frame)
BMW 6 Series 2018: reviews, photos, specifications
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
This year, the sale of the updated BMW 6 Series starts. The sports coupe has been given a fresh look and impresses with its technical components. In our article, you will get to know the Bavarian "six" better
Engine-"millionaire" - what does it mean? What cars is it on?
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
At least once, every motorist has heard such a term as a “millionaire” engine. Pretty sonorous name, of course, has a sensible definition. What is it, and on what cars is it more common? These and other questions will be discussed in this article
Polyurethane silent blocks: reviews, specifications, photos
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
In any car there are a large number of rubber components. These are bushings for various purposes, o-rings, covers, carpets, mudguards and, of course, silent blocks. Due to the fact that rubber wears out quickly enough and does not work well at low temperatures, they are trying to replace it with a more stable and durable material, such as polyurethane. The article discusses the advantages and disadvantages of polyurethane silent blocks, reviews and characteristics
BMW car range: manufacturing country
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
BMW cars have long been a brand of German cars with a capital letter. Stylish, safe, powerful, comfortable and bright. The list of adjectives can go on and on. But among them will not be cheap and simple. BMW has a lot of factories, even more branches where cars are assembled
Actuator - what is it?
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
An actuator is a technical device or a trigger mechanism that transmits force from the controller to the controlled object. The impact itself can be varied: from linear to rotating. At the same time, depending on how the force is applied, a variety of devices is determined
Gates timing belts: reviews. Gates (timing belts): quality, selection tips
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
In a car engine, every detail is important and requires special attention. The timing belt is one of those parts. Given that this rubber product is subjected to enormous stress in harsh temperature conditions and in an aggressive environment, you understand what the quality of production should be. This article will discuss the types and differences of Gates products regarding timing belts, tips for distinguishing counterfeit products, reviews, applicability and selection tips
Shock absorbers SS20. Shock absorbers for VAZ
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
SS20 shock absorbers are an upgraded counterpart for standard car suspension parts. This article will discuss the features of such shock absorbers, their advantages and disadvantages, applicability, completeness and installation tricks
VAZ-2107: do-it-yourself soundproofing. Detailed description of the work package
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
Why is soundproofing necessary, is it so important and how does it work - these and other questions can be answered in this article
Fiat manufacturing country: in which country are Fiat cars made?
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
In this article, we will consider the issues of Russian-made Fiat models and recall the history of the brand a little. How good and popular are Fiats in Russia? What cars from Italy are assembled in Russia? We will also analyze the main advantages and disadvantages
Brake pad anti-creak plates: description
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
Car owners when replacing brake pads often encounter thin metal pads included in the kit. Many do not even pay attention to them, considering them as an extra spare part. The name of this part is anti-creak brake pad plates. Do they really remove the squeak? And if not, what are they for?
Car battery diagnostics. Maintenance and restoration of car batteries
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
The car's battery is one of the most important elements from which, in fact, the movement begins or does not start. Its performance depends on many factors. What to do if the battery stops working properly? It needs to be checked. This article will discuss options for diagnosing batteries, ways to bring them back to life, and how you can do it all yourself
"Bugatti": country of origin, history of the car brand and interesting facts
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
There are enough high-profile and well-known brands in our world. In the automotive environment, there are fewer such brands every day. The Bugatti is one of those. For its more than a century of history, the company has surprised the world many times. It is now in its fourth birth. And the world-famous Bugatti Veyron is still in first place in the tops of the most expensive, luxurious and fastest cars
The largest car dealers in Moscow: reviews, rating
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
Moscow car dealers in the face of fierce competition, in an effort to please the client, are constantly expanding the range of services provided and improving the quality of service
Febest parts review. Quality auto parts
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
In 1999, the history of a large company Febest began. It originated in Germany and initially produced spare parts only for its country. After the company began exporting to other countries, its level increased. Spare parts are also delivered to Russia
Continental IceContact 2 tires: owner reviews. Continental IceContact 2 SUV tire reviews
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
German companies are famous in the automotive industry. They always produce quality products that last a long time. This can be seen if you get acquainted with the cars of BMW, Mercedes-Benz and others. However, quality tires are also produced in Germany. One such manufacturer is Continental
Cheapest tires: all season, summer, winter. Good cheap tires
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
This article will not compare models of all-season and seasonal tires, the question of which one should be used and which one should not be raised will not be raised. Consider only the best and most inexpensive tires that can be easily purchased on the Russian market
Bridgestone Blizzak tires: description, specifications, reviews
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
Among the leaders in the production of car tires, experts recommend paying attention to Bridgestone products. Blizzak is a line of winter tires that can satisfy the needs of any car owner
Tires "Kama-205": description, price, reviews
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
In today's reality, many car owners tend to purchase domestic cars and buy "our" components for them, including tires. This article will describe the brainchild of Nizhnekamsk production - the Kama-205 tire line
Porsche 959 - the most popular German racing car of the 80s
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
Porsche 959 is a car that came out 30 years ago. However, you should not immediately attribute it to a number of old models. This machine, although it is an “adult”, but its age does not spoil the quality at all. 600 horsepower under the hood - is this a bad car? Well, the car is really interesting, and it should be told in more detail
Porsche cars: overview, lineup, specifications and owner reviews
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
Porsche cars are synonymous with luxury today. This German concern really produces excellent cars - high-quality and fast, which have long become famous all over the world. In addition, Porsche is the most highly profitable among all the others that produce cars. And in 2010, Porsche cars were recognized as the most reliable in the world. Well, it is worth telling more about these cars
How does a car thermostat work? Operating principle
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
No modern car is complete without a cooling system. It is she who takes on all the heat emanating from the engine during the processing of the combustible mixture
Windshield washer fluid winter and summer: reviews, composition. Windshield washer fluid production
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
Every motorist knows that the main condition of any trips by car is safety. In this case, visibility and clean glass are of great importance. At first, engineers invented wipers for cleaning, and used water as a working fluid. However, if in summer the water still somehow worked, then in winter drivers faced the problem of ice
Tosol or antifreeze? Making a choice
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
Often, drivers do not pay attention to coolants and neglect to replace them. In addition, inexperienced car owners do not have any idea about antifreeze at all and often fill the car with the wrong thing
Polymer for car glass repair. Crack on the windshield: how to remove it
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
Sometimes unpredictable situations arise on the road. No one is immune from various damages, be it a scratch on the body, a dent or something else. Very often, motorists are faced with the problem of a crack on the windshield. Such damage can occur for various reasons: due to improper operation of the stove in winter or due to stone from the wheels of the car in front
Torpedo VAZ-2107: description and characteristics
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
Torpedo VAZ-2107: device, characteristics, equipment, installation and dismantling with your own hands. Torpedo car VAZ-2107: description, tuning, photo
Presidential cortege. New executive class car for trips of the President of the Russian Federation
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
For several years, the Mercedes-Benz concern has been developing a car for the President of the Russian Federation, producing the Mercedes S600 Pullman on a special project, which the head of the country drove. But in 2012, the Cortege project was launched, the purpose of which was to create an armored presidential limousine and domestic-made escort vehicles
Autotechnical examination in case of an accident. Independent autotechnical expertise
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
Autotechnical expertise is a study that uses special knowledge in the field of forensic autotechnical and forensic tools to establish the facts about an accident. Knowledge relates to mechanics, mathematics, technical data, road safety and the like