Learning the basics of maintaining a car like oil changes, tire rotations, brake replacements, and regular checkups.
Basic Car Anatomy: Understanding the basic parts of a car, such as the engine, fuel system, brakes, transmission, and electrical system.
Engine Maintenance: Learning how to carry out basic engine maintenance tasks, such as checking the oil, replacing spark plugs and air filters.
Tire Maintenance: How to check tire pressure, measure tread depth and how to change a tire.
Fluid Maintenance: How to check and change fluids such as oil, transmission fluid, brake fluid, and coolant.
Battery Maintenance: How to check battery voltage and connections, and replace batteries if required.
Brake Maintenance: How to check brake pads and rotors, and how to replace them if needed.
Auto Detailing: How to clean and maintain the car's interior and exterior, including washing, waxing, and polishing the car.
Car Electrical System: Basic introduction to the car's electrical system, including how to replace fuses, electrical components such as alternator, battery, and ignition system.
Diagnostic Tools: How to use diagnostic tools like OBD scanners to check for error codes and problems in the different systems of the car.
Safety Precautions: Understanding safety measures and precautions to take when working on a car, including safety equipment like gloves, goggles, and other protective gear.
Winter Maintenance: How to prepare your car for winter weather and keep it functioning in cold temperatures.
Suspension and Steering Maintenance: How to check and repair the car's suspension and steering systems, which may include replacing shocks, struts, ball joints, and sway bars.
Fuel System Maintenance: How to maintain and diagnose issues with the car's fuel system, including fuel pumps, injectors, and filters.
Air Conditioning Maintenance: How to maintain and repair the car's air conditioning system, including AC compressor, refrigerant, and hoses.
Emission Control Systems: How to maintain and monitor the car's emission control systems, which help reduce harmful pollutants from the car's exhaust gases.
Engine Cooling System: How to maintain the car's cooling system, including the radiator, hoses, water pump, and thermostat.
Tools and Equipment: Introduction to some of the essential tools, equipment, and supplies needed for car maintenance and repairs.
Lubrication Systems: Understanding the importance of maintaining the car's lubrication systems and how to carry out routine maintenance and repairs.
Timing Belt and Chain: Understanding the importance of timing belts and chain in a car's engine, and how to identify and replace these components when needed.
Electrical Wiring: Understanding the wiring harness and electrical wiring of the car's electrical system, including the basic concept and how to diagnose and repair electrical problems.
Oil Change: Regularly changing the engine oil helps to ensure that the engine is lubricated and running smoothly.
Brake Maintenance: Checking and changing the brake pads, rotors, or brake fluid to ensure that the braking system is functioning properly.
Tire Maintenance: Checking the tire pressure, tread depth, and aligning the wheels to ensure safe and efficient driving.
Battery Maintenance: Checking the battery health, cleaning the terminals, and replacing it when necessary.
Air Filter Maintenance: Replacing the air filters to ensure that the engine is getting clean air and running smoothly.
Spark Plug Maintenance: Replacing the spark plugs to ensure that the engine is starting and running properly.
Transmission Fluid Maintenance: Checking and replacing the transmission fluid to ensure smooth gear shifts and efficient driving.
HVAC System Maintenance: Regularly checking and changing the air filter in the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system to ensure clean and efficient air flow.
Fuel System Maintenance: Cleaning or replacing the fuel filter and fuel injectors to ensure that the engine is getting clean fuel and running smoothly.
Power Steering Maintenance: Checking and maintaining the power steering fluid levels and replacing the pump, hoses, or rack and pinion when needed.
Suspension Maintenance: Replacing or repairing worn out shocks, struts, and other components in the suspension system to ensure smooth driving and handling.
Engine Cooling System Maintenance: Checking and replacing the coolant and related components to ensure that the engine is being cooled properly and operating at optimal temperatures.
Exterior Maintenance: Regular washing and waxing, and repairing or replacing any exterior damage to maintain the appearance and resale value of the car.
Interior Maintenance: Cleaning and maintaining the upholstery, dashboard, and other interior components to ensure a comfortable and functional driving experience.
Electrical and Lighting Maintenance: Checking and replacing any faulty electrical components, bulbs, or fuses to ensure proper functionality of the lights and other electrical features.