You don’t have to just deal with it if your car has problems. It can be very costly to fix a vehicle, so you should know know the basics about auto repair if you want to be satisfied with the results. Continue reading and learn what you need to know when it comes to auto repair.

Keep an eye on your radiator levels. Allow your car to run for just a few minutes, then shut off the engine, and open up the hood. You should never open your radiator whenever your car is turned on. Check the level of fluid in radiator and add any if necessary. Be mindful that some coolants are meant to be mixed with 50% water.

When you top off your motor oil, avoid spilling oil on your engine by wadding up a couple of paper towels around the oil receptacle on the crank-case. This will …