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A Mechanics Guide To Maintaining Your Car

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In this video I provide tips and insight into maintaining your car. This will not only make your car last longer, but it will be more efficient and use less fuel as well. As you can see in this video I’m a big proponent of vehicle maintenance, in my mind it’s much better to find the problems early rather than waiting for something to break.
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@apollocreed3549 Год назад

Glad to see Eric posting vids again. RU-vid just feels right whenever he does 😊

@sundll7539 Месяц назад

I really needed a slow and informative video like this. My dad would tell me all of these things, but he passed away 5 months ago, so I don’t have anyone to ask anymore.. Thanks for making this video Eric, truly appreciated!

@ADUSN Год назад

Eric you taught me damn near everything I know about Hondas and cars. Thanks for the years of quality content

@JessicaBerndt1073 Год назад

I'm constantly checking my owner's manual. By nature I'm a very curious person and I love to learn. This also comes in handy when dealing with a mechanic; they assume because I am a woman, that I'm ignorant about vehicles lol. Also, ROTATE your tires as recommended! Thank you, Eric The Guy, for helping to educate me and countless other people about our vehicles! 🙂

@emailjimsylvester Год назад

I disagree a bit on the sentiment that the manufacturer is the best source for maintenance info. Some of the oil change intervals that are suggested by the manufacturer are too long. They try to compete on "cost of ownership" data, and will tell you to go 10,k miles between oil changes. Yes, the engine will last beyond the warranty period, and they don't really care beyond that. If you want to keep an engine running well beyond 100k miles you need to keep good, fresh oil in it.

@scotty305 Год назад

I agree with this, changing the oil more often is a cheap and easy way to avoid expensive repairs in the future. I have a 2000 Toyota truck with 230k miles, a local shop I trust suggests oil changes every 3000 miles.

@Zaque-TV Месяц назад

We see you, BMW. Lol

@mattdonna9677 Год назад

Finding a trustworthy mechanic is difficult, the good ones are usually overworked and reluctant to accept new customers. My 1980 F-150 shortbed with an inline 6 cylinder is a breeze to maintain and service so I will keep it until I am dead. I also buy the service manual for any vehicle I buy.

@eeyyaakk6801 Год назад

Service manual? The one that comes with the vehicle?

@cutl00senc Год назад

Factory service manual….used by service technicians

@chiefthunderhorse4430 Год назад

@@eeyyaakk6801Two completely different things, an owners manual does infact give you information for maintenance and functionality of your vehicle,but a service manual gives you complete teardown and repair information, from removing/ replacing and testing parts such as you alternator and fuel pump for example, wiring diagrams, torque specs on nuts and bolts, just a lot more indepth information

@eeyyaakk6801 Год назад

@@chiefthunderhorse4430 thank you much

@eeyyaakk6801 Год назад

thanks much@@cutl00senc

@dontderockmerizz3211 Год назад

I also check the door drains to make sure they aren’t clogged. Also (for pickups) I check the bed drains for the same thing.

@TH-bj1pb Год назад

Brakes, tyres, rust, suspension, and shocks. 😎

@DasKemp Год назад

As a mechanic I can confirm, bring me baked goods and I will indeed sing like a canary

@jasonjaeger7216 Год назад

More ! Give Us More! We miss you, Eric! Get back here!

@DzevatS Год назад

Great tips. With regard to oil level, it says in the owners manual to get it to operating temperature, shut the engine off, wait 5 mins, and then check the level.

@atticstattic Год назад

it says in _your_ owner's manual.

@ericthecarguy Год назад

If that's what is says, I would follow that.

@jgn593 Год назад

@@atticstattic it's in all the owners manuals. I've never came across an other way to check you oil level. Except BMW and Porsche. Where the engine needs to be running. And then the engine needs also to be at operation temperature.

@atticstattic Год назад

@@jgn593 you've checked "all the owner's manuals" that's astounding!

@jgn593 Год назад

@@atticstattic As an old mechanic, I have seen most of the recommendations from the brands who have been sold in Europe. Have I read them all, not really. But I know what brands recommend.

@Dakiraun Год назад

Excellent list! And yeah, agree on tires. I often tell people "Make a fist; now, look how big that is. That times 4 is all that connects you and your 2 ton vehicle to the road." - I find that really puts into perspective how important good tires are. Really like your idea of sticking the piece of cardboard under the car for a night too.

@Mr.Comment. Год назад

1. Tires 2. Under the hood (check for dirt, Battery, Engine oil - first thing in the morning, Air Filter, drive belt, coolant, transmission fluid, brake fluid level.) 3. Wiper blades, every springs and fall 4. Check all the lights 5. Look underneath for leaks, just slide a cardboard over night. 6. Drive it and pay attention (radios, weird smell and sound) 7. Ask local mechanic if they seen any issues with your model. 8. Owner’s manual - READ IT!

@Pk3_Garage Год назад

Hi Eric, nice to see you making more videos. Like you said maintenance and preventive maintenance are key to a perfectly running vehicle. I maintain both of our vehicles. Having a garage makes it even easier to do a lot of things you listed. (My first car I had to do repairs on the street in front of my parents' house. I check tire pressure every few days. Just a 10-degree difference in air temperature will add/subtract PSI from your tire. When I do a tire rotation, I inspect the tire, tire tread depth, wear pattern, all suspension components, measure the brake pads and rotors. When I do an oil change, I check the power steering, brake and coolant level. Along with looking for any leaks, cracked hoses, etc. I have found and fixed small issues this way, preventing bigger issues down the road. The one thing I didn't hear you mention, is how you will view your vehicle differently, when you do these things and fix your own car. I have learned a lot from you and others, on how to repair and maintain our vehicles. I've got over 30 yrs. experience, maintaining five different vehicles. (Along with a lot of tools) When I look at our vehicles now, I see a bunch of little parts/components, working together, to make that vehicle run. Understanding the different functions of a vehicle, helps me to find and fix the issue.

@robertmunroe3976 Год назад

Excellent! Yeah, every damn time I’ve actually spent time reading my owners manual, I’ve learned something new about my vehicle; great advice!

@JerseyJeff84 17 дней назад

Eric, you are one of, if not THE, first automotive channels I ever watched on YT many, many, moons ago. I appreciate your simple and to-the-point approach. Like you, I prefer to be proactive. I find myself sometimes doing so too much, by consistently checking the air on my Wife & I's vehicle tires, etc. Just having an eye out for any details or noticeable changes helps. I kept noticing that my tires appeared to have "cracks" in them. Over time, those cracks grew and sure enough, earlier this month, I nearly had a front-passenger side blow-out. Ended up needing a full set of tires, but at least there's the peace of mind of riding on something new, rather than worn.

@jacobpanas105 Год назад

Eric you are the best been a long time subscriber. Great to see you posting videos again. You do such a great job and thanks for all the work you do

@aleskyfinis1025 Год назад

Yes 👍

@ericthecarguy Год назад

Thank you for that comment!

@PeterHernandez-lg2eh Год назад

A dedicated subscriber for mucho tiempo

@XenomorphLV426 Год назад

@@ericthecarguyI've been subscribed since like 2010

@AcuraAddicted Год назад

Excellent video both for those who are just starting to drive and for those who have been for a while!

@samhicks97 Год назад

Love these "back to the basics" kind of videos, very useful information, even if you're a weekend warrior DIY'er, or a Certified ASE technician/Mechanic. Glad to see the daily/weekly uploads are coming back Eric! 👍

@Vic00-rc6bd Год назад

Txs Eric, your wisdom saves us all $$$.. Ive been workn on cars for 20 years but always learning..

@ericthecarguy Год назад

never stop learning. For me, it's the best part. Thanks for the comment.

@Vic00-rc6bd Год назад

welcome

@axl151 Год назад

I pull the spare tire out and inflate at the 1st cool day of fall each year, then again in early spring. Road tires are checked and adjusted EVERY Saturday at my house.

@tawkeer7 Год назад

Nice to see you back! You've been phenomenal over the years with your videos; I hope your videos stay on the internet for another 100 years :)

@ComblessMan Год назад

Ehh, .. well as a bum regarding the checking of my tires and other things, since you made the point I have a Saturday morning thing to do. But, ... as a patron saint of turtles, morning newspapers and tire gauges may I humbly suggest one get analog dial type gauge. The pencil gauges may be fine but I have found them to be just a bit iffy. The digital gauges are slick but they never have battery power when you need them. I bow upon an exit. Great to see more of Eric.

@vijayantgovender2045 Год назад

Thank you Eric for all tips watching from South Africa

@SamiullahWeesa Год назад

I like your videos because you explain things in simple words and you don't play the terrible music many others play.

@Ulford Год назад

Thank you for coming back to the channel Eric.

@TR4zest Месяц назад

Good to see you Man. I remember your very first videos. Your first shop. I hope things are going well for you.

@jonathankleinow2073 Год назад

All good tips. The color "match" between that front bumper and fender is giving me hives, though. I'd be taking that back to the body shop and ask them to try again. I know bumpers and sheet metal will naturally have some differences, and Toyotas are infamous for not matching very well from the factory, but that's pretty blatant.

@Carcility 2 месяца назад

Great guide, Eric! Regular maintenance is crucial for a long-lasting vehicle. Thanks

@luissoto7889 Год назад

Welcome back Eric. Hello 👋 from Puerto Rico.

@nataliadeavilapires2136 Год назад

I missed Eric so much, he reminds me of my step dad and is very relaxing to watch.

@waqarqadeer5217 Год назад

Thanks for sharing Eric

@robertmunroe3976 Год назад

Every new driver’s license holder should watch this video! Great content!

@thewholls7176 Год назад

Good to see you back on the airwaves Eric good job mate. All the best from Melbourne Australia

@charlesbarnhart6984 Год назад

In addition to inspecting wipers I clean them with a moist wipe. Unbelievable how much dirt is on a still good blade.

@Gold63Beast Год назад

I will be sending this video to every person in my family when they ask me about preventative maintenance. Being the family mechanic, this will save me ALOT of time lol.

@rimmersbryggeri Год назад

I cam with my firen to the vehicle inspection depot today and I did ask the inspector for common faults with that specific vehicle. Coincidence you take it up here. Id say if you live in a state that has inspections, ask that technician if your vehicle is common they will know.

@ItsAlive111 Год назад

The man is back!

@dmytrosamburskyi1022 Год назад

I'm glad you started posting your videos again.

@jamespn 11 месяцев назад

Eric was the first car related video I watched on You Tube, talk about a you tube Pandora’s box that I opened. Glad to see him back.

@dadtype2339 11 месяцев назад

As a mechanic I don't need to watch this, but as an Eric Fan who has missed that voice like an old friend, 👍 thumbs up too and support the channel. I will add check what the tire says more than the door. That sticker was placed by the manufacturer and what tires the car had when it rolled off the assembly line, and in a perfect world those two should match, but they sometimes won't, I hear they are working on the perfect world, but it's not there yet. Example tire reads 51 psi and the door sticker reads 38...yeah it can be that far apart. Been running into this, got new tires saw a huge drop in gas mileage checked the tires all from the shop inflated to 38....uh tire read 51....driving around on partially filled tires yeah, always fill up to what the tire reads as the max air in the tire. The vehicle doesn't care as long as it meets or exceeds that air pressure. Why shops are doing this now boggles my mind, do what the tire reads that is what is on the car, that sticker doesn't know lol. Common sense. Anyway glad to have you back Eric missed ya Buddy. 👍

@jimkish9557 Год назад

Singing like a canary, haha! That is some honesty there, I have taken cold gatorades in for the guys when getting tires changed. I love it when my wife or daughters surprise me that way in driveway or garage. Pizza boxes are great oil drip catchers. Oil in all the locks ,,before winter comes. No short trips in winter either. We live less than a mile from high school but I make all my kids take the "longloop" so the car is up to operating temp by time they shut it off. Haven't replaced a catalytic converter in a long time and we have the test. Everything we have is over 100k or 20yrs. Some 200k.

@MrAlexthemachine Год назад

I remember watching your videos a decade ago. I’m so glad to see you’re doing good. Thank you for all of the useful knowledge.

@bodbn 2 месяца назад

Great video. Eric's videos have been essential to helping me keep my 94 accord going over the years. Great dude.

@ranger178 Год назад

holy cow a spare tire that is mounted with the valve stem where you can actually check the pressure without removing the tire, I thought they were like unicorns only in dreams.

@jackbelarus6458 3 месяца назад

It's funny every guy, me included, who knows about cars, who's been educated, is huge on tires, fluids, belts and batteries, its so simple but it's the biggest points of failure. Love these videos because they keep me refreshed when I've left the field. A big part of wiper blades, you can get away with only changing them once a year - just wipe them down with some alcohol and paper towel, it'll take off all the road grime that prevents the rubber from wicking away the water.

@ruinunes8251 Год назад

Hi Eric. Nice to see you posting videos again. Please take care of yourself, your health is more important than the videos. All the best.

@sharpshooter012345 Год назад

Smart guy for asking his mechanic, so he knows what maintenance his vehicle doesn't need 😉

@davidrasch3082 Год назад

Have you done a video on parts-oem vs brand vs ebay; whom to buy from and suchlike stuff. Lotsa comments about substandard parts not fitting and just not working....

@ericthecarguy Год назад

Several, this is one of them. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-wC2MZNY1Ie8.html

@boilerhand1 10 месяцев назад

For added flavor, you can write a schedule according to the om and keep it separate from the manual to avoid getting it dirty or grimy. The next owner may appreciate that. Thanks for the video Mr. Eric tcg.

@zachc1297 Год назад

On Thursday night, park on some cardboard. Friday morning move the car and look for wet spots. That gives you the weekend to fix a leak.

@rallaa941 2 месяца назад

If your vehicle can be switched into 4wd, use it every once in a while so it doesn't get locked up. If your vehicle is 4wd, it needs to have rear differential fluid changed sometimes.

@devilzwanganmidnight5951 Год назад

I’m very happy to see Eric the car guy around RU-vid.

@videochatapro9412 Год назад

Do you think people can learn how to fix their cars when they Video Chat A Pro, we have certified mechanics that teach people. Love the show you make here, thanks!

@FixingWithFriends Год назад

I laughed for a bit too long at the way you said your first line. hahahahaha

@j3rocketeer 11 месяцев назад

Great to see Eric again

@FaceItGrace 11 месяцев назад

New sub here! I stumbled upon you after I randomly looked online to see if a certain automotive RU-vidr knows what he's talking about or if he's just full of you know what (you may or may not know the name). I know how to program a car to get me from point A to point B and what fluids to occasionally check and that's about it. I recently bought a CPO Subaru and am looking forward to seeing what other knowledge you have to offer. That said, I'm glad I found you!

@AwakeDude911 Год назад

i havent watched this channel in like 2 yrs hes eating good off them you tube checks! wish i had RU-vid checks !!! im jelly

@HotRod-wv4vm Год назад

Thanks Eric

@alexthompson1156 Год назад

Thanks for this video some of these i didn't always check for!

@hickorystx Год назад

Nicely done Mr. Eric!!! Very comprehensive. Nice to see you again!! Sray well!!!

@pppoopoo4514 Год назад

Great to see an ETCG video again. I'm a mechanic because of you, Scanner Danner and ChrisFix. Hope you're well. Thank you for all your help.

@PeterHernandez-lg2eh Год назад

To senor Eric y familia. Paz, salud y prospedidad $$$$

@yt-user03561 Год назад

I've probably fired the parts cannon too many times and spent way more than I should on parts (whenever I am able to do a repair myself) but I rather be on the safe side and have peace of mind. I also have to make due with what I got because I can't go buy or finance another car especially at these prices currently.

@dave_n8pu Год назад

The worst thing about this video, is the fact that people don't do what you and others like you say to check. Thanks EricTheCarGuy for reminding us once again.

@noseboop4354 Год назад

About measuring tire pressure, it's important to measure them when they're 'cold', ie before you actually drive the car. Because if you measure them right after driving, the tire pressure will be higher due to the heat from rolling friction. If you don't have a way of adding air at home, then measure the tire pressure at home, calculate how many PSI you need to add, go to the nearest gas station with an air hose, measure the new hotter air pressure (because you drove there) and add PSI equal to what you calculated earlier. For the this same reason, if you do a long drive from a hot climate to a cold climate, you will need recheck the tire pressure and probably need to add some PSI.

@Loosenut449 Год назад

as a former tech, I visually inspect the vehicle during normal oil changes. I have caught so many issues early on doing this. is it the correct way? no idea, but it's saved me money in the long run

@bloodstone30 Год назад

I'm so glad he's back

@GenX_US_Marine 9 месяцев назад

Tires, yes, very very important. For me, I'm a check the fluid religiously type of person. I check all my fluids 2x a month. I change my oil every 5k. I too have a Toyota Camry.

@630Cars Год назад

More videos like this please.

@hamishmacbeth6135 Год назад

cant wait to see more stuff from you Eric I hope you can find another shop soon

@itsreaper1644 Год назад

I'd like to correct the information on tire pressure on that corolla. That generation has it listed as 35psi on the door jam. Not 32psi.

@PeterHernandez-lg2eh Год назад

Tpms not for me. 70 retired. Been checking tire pressure the old fashioned way for 54 years

@FixingWithFriends Год назад

Plus it's sometimes an extra expense for the tire change. Then when they run out of batteries, or just get buggy they set off all kinds of warnings... (It would be nicer if they were piezoelectric or something, so they'd last forever almost).

@aleskyfinis1025 Год назад

Yes 👏 😊

@FrancoCarrara237 Год назад

I love to check other people's Cars as well as mine before a long trip. They generally ask me: WTF are You doing? I answer: taking precautions

@alward9901 Год назад

My eccentric way when changing oil . NOT when it’s hot . In the morning when all the oil is in the sump or most of it and use an extractor . If you do it hot at least 1/2 a quart is still up in the motor . Or you can let it drip all night & use an oil extractor of course a service garage can’t do this. I’m talking as a retired person with all the time at hand . I know not for every one.

@sjors7750 Год назад

Good message Eric. It is, it is your only direct contact with the road. Glad that you're back, good luck! Stay dirty

@ryulee458 Год назад

That's why I'm top of my game when my car trying to catch up with all the maintenance that way I will not be stranded in the Road.😉👌

@andrewwadas2180 Год назад

Possibly ur best video! I try to teach this to everyone. Now I have a visual to share with them. Thank U sir!

@harrybaulz666 2 месяца назад

Yep i rotate the belts change the air in the tires and flush the touchscreen every 6700 klicks

@Overlander_Subaru 2 месяца назад

Thanks Eric!

@Ivanovitch2885 Год назад

A Saturday morning walk-around on your vehicle can really help address those issues. You're probably off work, only have some minor errands to run, and the check can be done while you're drinking coffee in your bathrobe. It's usually easier than taking out the trash and the worst you will have to do is wash your hands maybe.

@MsTragedy Год назад

Your video with 1a auto was so cool and funny!

@billscott2472 5 месяцев назад

Hi Eric , Great video . Good advice . Thank you

@blake8297 Год назад

It seems brake fluid is often overlooked. Some owners manuals recommend it be swapped out every 2 years. Honda is one. Ive never done that. I didnt catch if you mentioned it, but tire pressure should be cold pressure. It varies a good bit if one tire is in the sun or if you’ve been driving it.

@wiimaster2847 Год назад

3 years, not 2 years for Honda.

@notbanksy8294 Год назад

Aww, no tire date code segment, lol. Good video, that spare tire is often neglected. Tires can appear just fine, even when they're 10yrs. old.

@ericthecarguy Год назад

Link in the description. 😉

@notbanksy8294 Год назад

@@ericthecarguybases covered, why did I doubt you lol.

@PedroRodriguez-hy5ty Год назад

Glad to see your video again

@Diecastjoe Год назад

Discount tire feels your tires up for free and while they are doing it you can ask them if they see anything concerning or tires that may need to be changed soon. I go at least once a month. They have cones set up to form a line. You stop there and it takes less than a minute!

@ranger178 Год назад

don't they get arrested for feeling up tires?

@Diecastjoe Год назад

@@ranger178 Lol. Stupid word correction!

@HR-wd6cw Год назад

Tires and brakes (from a safety standpoint) are at least the most important pieces of a car that people SHOULD keep tabs on. If your engine stops working, that may be a problem but may not get you killed in many instances. Bad tires or brakes or both could -- even at low speeds. Brakes are probably the most common thing I see neglected as I hear people a ll the time running around on bad brakes (to a point where they're squeaking or squealling). When you hear that, it's time for new brakes (new everything -- pads/shoes and drums/rotors) and possibly new calibers because something is wrong and you're running metal on metal. For brakes (and even tires) during a tire rotation, just visually inspect them (easier to do with disc brakes obviously) but this should be part of your tire-rotation routine, which is also a maintenance item that may have been skipped in the tire section (maybe not). Most shops will inspect the brakes when this is done if the car is put on the lift for an oil chainge anyway and you do a tire rotation.

@Overlander2022 5 месяцев назад

Thank you for sharing!

@whoc4r3s117 Год назад

Good refresher video. Thank you.

@MarcosSoni 3 месяца назад

Very helpful video, thanks!

@Thankyou_3 Год назад

Awesome video ❤ Thank you sir. Have a blessed day!!

@johnmarino4085 Год назад

Thanks for sharing Eric !

@ranger178 Год назад

you should probably mention that the recommended pressure is cold pressure in morning not driven not sitting in hot sun every 10 degrees hotter the tire gets it goes up 1 psi roughly it is around 4 or 5 psi higher if car has been driven from heat of tire flexing and rubbing road.