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Smart Car Oil Change

This a video of me changing the oil in my 2008 Smart Car. Learn how to jack the rear of the car to change its oil as an expert mechanic demonstrates his oil changing technique in this free car maintenance video. Expert: Kirby Witt Bio: Kirby Witt has been involved in the auto industry for [...]

What are the things to be taken care for the car, before setting off on a long journey?

bprakki asked: I am driving from Columbus to Detroit in 2 weeks. It is not too long, but I thought it would be nice to know for experts out there about maintainence tips for future reference too.

Selling used car, should I hand over my maintenance records?

G-man asked: I am selling my car and have shown the buyer all the maintenance records over the past few years. They are asking me for the records to keep, but I am hesitant b/c they have my personal information on them. Is there any reason I should give them with the car?

How should I care for my turbo charged car?

Sean asked: 2002 Volvo S40 1.9T. Just got it and I know that turbo cars do require some special attention, so I was just wondering what I should do that I wouldn’t normally do with any other car. Driving habits, maintenance, etc.

Can you still purchase a maintenance plan for a new car after you drive it off the lot?

djkat24 asked: I purchased a new car and now have 2nd thoughts about the maintenance plan that I should have purchased. Is it too late to contact the dealership and get that?