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Free online courseCar maintenance lessons

Duration of the online course: 10 hours and 10 minutes

4.25

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Learn essential car maintenance and repair skills online with Car and Driver's free course. Topics include brake pad replacement, troubleshooting, and increasing fuel economy.

Course Description

Welcome to "Car Maintenance Lessons," a comprehensive course. Spanning over 10 hours and 10 minutes, this professional course in Car and Motorcycle Repairs has achieved an impressive rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, reflecting its effectiveness and value.

Designed with both novice and intermediate car enthusiasts in mind, this course offers an extensive curriculum that covers a wide range of car maintenance and repair topics. Whether you're looking to enhance your DIY skills or seeking to enrich your professional expertise, this course has something for everyone.

The journey begins with foundational knowledge, guiding participants through basic automotive maintenance practices. You'll learn essential skills like how to replace your car's brake pads and how to check for bad coils or spark plugs. These initial lessons build a strong base, ensuring you are well-prepared for more advanced repairs and troubleshooting techniques.

Dive deeper into the complexities of car maintenance as you explore subjects like troubleshooting warm starting problems and the proper technique for flushing radiator coolant. The course also covers the practical aspects of upgrading your car, from installing a replacement car stereo to an aftermarket backup camera.

Beyond the basics, the program delves into specialty topics such as increasing engine performance while maintaining reliability, selecting the perfect city car or a reliable used car, and addressing various car-specific issues like the 2001 Lincoln Town Car engine misfires or the 2004 BMW 530i vibration at highway speeds.

Hands-on guidance is provided for common but crucial tasks such as replacing broken side glass, headlights, and shock absorbers, as well as fixing faulty windshield wipers and door light switches. Learn how to handle emergency repairs, winterize your motorcycle, and properly store a vehicle for longevity.

Advanced mechanics and keen enthusiasts will appreciate lessons on installing a vehicle lift and using an OBD-II scan tool for diagnostics. The course doesn't shy away from more intricate failures, including how to repair a dent with Bondo or identify and fix fluid leaks.

Additionally, the course offers practical advice on optimizing your vehicle's performance and efficiency. You'll learn about the differences between synthetic and conventional motor oils, how to increase fuel economy, and the potential benefits of premium gas for your vehicle.

Engage with thought-provoking considerations like learning to drive a manual transmission, upgrading a powertrain control module (PCM), and evaluating the dangers associated with replacing coil springs. The course also includes useful tips on finding and scavenging parts from a junkyard.

"Car Maintenance Lessons" is not just about fixing cars; it's about empowering you with the knowledge to make informed decisions and perform a wide array of maintenance tasks confidently. Enroll today and take the next step towards mastering the art of car maintenance.

Conteúdo do Curso

  • Video class: How to Replace Your Car's Brake Pads

    0h06m

  • Exercise: _What is the purpose of compressing the piston in the caliper first before replacing the brake pads on this Volkswagen Rabbit?

  • Video class: How to Check for a Bad Coil or Spark Plugs

    0h02m

  • Video class: How to Troubleshoot Warm Starting Problems

    0h02m

  • Video class: How to Properly Flush Radiator Coolant

    0h07m

  • Exercise: _What should you do if your car does not have a drain tap on the radiator to flush the coolant?

  • Video class: Basic Automotive Maintenance (Part 1)

    0h06m

  • Video class: How to Install a Replacement Car Stereo

    0h06m

  • Video class: How to Check a Faulty Oil Gauge

    0h04m

  • Video class: How to Choose Between Synthetic and Conventional Motor Oil

    0h08m

  • Video class: Basic Automotive Maintenance (Part 2)

    0h11m

  • Video class: How to Increase Engine Performance While Keeping Reliability

    0h05m

  • Video class: How to Pick the Perfect City Car

    0h09m

  • Video class: How to Replace Broken Side Glass

    0h10m

  • Video class: How to Pick a Good Used Car

    0h08m

  • Exercise: _What is the main concern with buying an old Mini car?

  • Video class: How to Fix Faulty Windshield Wipers

    0h08m

  • Video class: How to Replace Shocks

    0h21m

  • Video class: The Next Big Automotive Safety Feature

    0h15m

  • Exercise: _What is the end game in the evolution of occupant safety improvements in vehicles?

  • Video class: How to Fix a Radiator Coolant Leak

    0h07m

  • Video class: How to Charge Power Tools From A Truck

    0h07m

  • Video class: Tire Pressure Monitoring Warning Light

    0h07m

  • Exercise: _What should you do if the tire pressure monitoring system light turns on in your car?

  • Video class: How to Increase Fuel Economy

    0h09m

This free course includes:

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Exercises to train your knowledge

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Course comments: Car maintenance lessons

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I enjoyed this course, learned quite a bit and it left me wanting to learn more. I wish these guys would assemble another lesson series.

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i just started and already im excited... the instructor seems to know how to explain the processes at a speed and manner that just makes it easier to learn and understand..

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