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    Introduction to Basics of Car Ownership Auto Mechanics Fundamentals
    Introduction to Basics of Car Ownership Auto Mechanics Fundamentals
    Introduction to Basics of Car Ownership Auto Mechanics Fundamentals
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    Introduction to Basics of Car Ownership Auto Mechanics Fundamentals

    By KARL FRANKLIN and ALAN ADRIAN DELFIN-COTA

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    Introductory book to the basics of automobile ownership.
     In this book is being explained most information regarding
    acquisition, operation and troubleshooting in an easy and
    direct approach.

    Some of the subjects covered are:

    How and where to buy cars

    Basic tools for your car

    Maintenance intervals

    Dashboard indicator lights

    Inspection and troubleshooting

    Cleaning of your vehicle.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherALAN ADRIAN DELFIN-COTA
    Release dateOct 19, 2022
    ISBN9798215789964
    Introduction to Basics of Car Ownership Auto Mechanics Fundamentals

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      Introduction to Basics of Car Ownership Auto Mechanics Fundamentals - KARL FRANKLIN

      Chapter 1: What you need to know

      It does happen a lot on the road; a person gets stuck with his/her car and doesn’t know what to do. There are a lot of people who don’t have any knowledge about the basis of car or what are the things to do so you won’t get overwhelmed in case your car develops a problem on the road.

      The amount spends on a car payment, maintenance and repair cost can be reduced if we understand how our car works, and how to care for them. All parts, safety, liquids, instruction, and everything else that that could go wrong make repair shop frightening, but it doesn’t have to be that way.

      You don’t have to know everything about your car, but you should able to handle some of the basic problems our car developed. This makes you feel more confident when driving especially in a remote area. The following are what you should know about your car.

      Introduction to safety

      Safety is the most important aspect when looking for a new or used car. The Federal New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) publishes annual safety assessments. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) also produces observations of crash tests and other safety data. The auto-car garage must include a securitysearch and a good place to start is a site known as crashtest.com. In addition to the latest information, they include information on the safety of older cars.

      The safety aspects can be divided into three categories: vehicle weight, passive safety features that help passengers to stay alive and without suffering damage in the event of a crash and, finally, active safety features. These features help drivers avoid accidents. Remember that the tests are done with test dummies with safety belts and shoulder straps. Without them, an accident of 15 kilometers per hour can be fatal, no matter what you drive.

      Vehicle Weight

      All cars must comply with the collision standards of the United States Department of Transportation. However, larger and heavier cars tend to be safer in a collision than smaller ones. If a heavier vehicle collides with a lighter vehicle, the damage to the lighter vehicle will suffer the greatest consequences. Drivers under the age of 20 experience many more road deaths than other drivers. Therefore, consider the safety of inexperienced drivers in a large or medium-sized sedan. Large cars offer more comfort and volume compared to their smaller siblings, and existing low-fuel engines allow medium-sized cars with six cylinders to enjoy a very good gas mileage.

      Passive safety features

      Passive safety features help drivers and passengers stay alive and undamaged in the event of an accident. Size is an element of security: the bigger it is, the more secure it is.

      Security systems are crucial. Safety belts are the best safety ever developed in the car. Installed for the first time in the 1950s, they are mandatory equipment since 1967. Modern restraints have automatic seat-belt pre-tensioners to pick up the slack and stretching during the accident, which improves passenger protection and increases the space reserved for the airbag. It is essential to remember that even though airbags help reduce the number of serious injuries; the safety belts remain essential for complete protection.

      Safety belts and airbags works well together in a collision. Driver and passenger airbags are now standard for all new vehicles sold in the United States. Most used cars built after 1996 also own airbag. Airbag in the event of a side collision significantly increases protection. Despite the careless press, air bags every year save thousands of people. Manufacturers have introduced a two-stage airbag to prevent injuries to children and young adults with cheaper models in one step. However, it is very important that children ride in the back of the motor vehicle.

      The idea of airbag removal: Infants and children less than 4 years of age must not drive in the front seat of the vehicle, as fast-inflated air bags can seriously damage or kill small passengers in the front seat. If there is a child maybe in a nearest future and you don’t want to permanently remove the airbag because of the child, ask your dealer to install the passenger's airbag unlock switch, you do not want to permanently remove it, the airbags save the lives of adults.

      Most car head restraints offer little protection in the event of an accident on the back. The federal government required its installation in 1967. Remember that some seat options change the size and style of the headrest. An efficient headrest is one that is at the centerline of the head and position not greater than two inches away.

      Structural integrity is another important element of passive safety. The United States Department of Transportation requires doors and passenger compartments built after 1996 to meet minimum standards for side impact. The Legislation does not apply to light trucks (minivans, vans, SUVs), but most builders/manufacturers, including these vehicles, have complied with the law.

      Active Safety Features

      Active safety features help drivers avoid accidents. The tires, brakes, steering, acceleration and visibility of the vehicle help to actively prevent the crash.

      The most important safety features in the car are the tires. Think about it: it's everything that connects your vehicle to the road. A good set of tires can make a big difference in how the car reacts to emergency maneuvers. The quality of the tire also significantly affects the way it is driven by the car. Sports track tires have a much stronger grip than normal tires, although their softer compounds do not last that long.

      An anti-lock brake (ABS) is an active safety feature that is often misunderstood. ABS helps vehicles stop shorter and maintain the control of the steering during braking, especially on slippery surfaces. Anti-lock brakes reveal when wheels are locked and an electronically brake pump ten times faster than the driver, which will produce buzzing and vibration in the brake pedal. Old braking techniques must be unattended in order to use ABS effectively. In case of panic, push the brake pedal once and hold it firmly pressed. Do not pump the pedal.

      Traction control is an attractive option that improves traction and stability on slippery roads by combining electronics, transmission control and ABS. Some systems adjust the engine power while slightly activating the brakes to certain wheels during acceleration and reversal. These systems help stabilize the vehicle's handling when pushed to the extreme.

      Car safety elements:

      Light, Brake lights, direction indicators and headlights are all safety features of your car, ensure to use them and make sure no bulb have been burned.

      Mirrors: Align the rear mirror and side mirror correctly to eliminate blind spots. However, remember that even when your mirrors are properly aligned, you will still have blind spots. So be sure to check them before changing the bands or driving back.

      Seat belts: Seat belts prevent you from been thrown out and even ejecting from your vehicle in case of an emergency.

      Bumper: The bumper is designed to withstand a small collision without destroying the body of your vehicle.

      Airbags: Nowadays, there are not only front airbags, but also side airbags and curtain airbags. All these airbags protect people's heads in the event of a collision. Airbags can be dangerous for children, so please read the instruction manual before placing your child in the front seat.

      Anti-lock braking system (ABS): Anti-lock brakes can reduce braking time by preventing brake locks and causing loss of grip during braking.

      Four-wheel drive: It is less likely that the wheels will spin when power is distributed to all four wheels.

      Four-point control: This gives the driver faster, more precise handling at high speeds.

      These are just some of the safety features of cars that are added to most cars today. There are also less common forms of automotive safety (more and more popular) such as dynamic steering response (DSR), lane departure warning system (LDWS), directional headlights, inboard brakes, traction control (TCS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), and other interesting and secure technologies.

      Of course, the fact that you have a car with side airbags and four-wheel drive and an alert system that allows you to leave the lane does not mean that you can drive in a completely reckless way, thinking that your car will take care of it.

      Although the advances in automotive safety make modern cars safer and safer, they are safe only when the driver drives safely. The safety of the car starts with you, the driver.

      Driver safety tips:

      Be completely sober!

      Put the seat belt on while driving.

      Do not talk on your cell phone while driving your car, as

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