Car Maintenance: 10 Things Every Car Owner Should Know - The Short List

How much do you know about the inner workings of your car or truck? It’s alright if you’re not an automotive engineer. Coming your way next, 10 basic things EVERY driver should be able to do to his or her vehicle including checking motor oil, changing a tire, installing new windshield wipers, jump starting a car, replacing the air filter and much more!
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[@bigbulk688]

This guy motivates me to look under the car hood.

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[@growing367]

0:35 Windshield fluid 1:06 Windshield wiper 1:50 Engine Oil 3:15 Oil Filter ' 3:30 Tire Air 4:10 Change Flat Tire w/ Spare Tire & Jack 4:45 Rotating Tires ' 5:06 Jump start Dead Battery 6:00 Engine Air Filter 6:47 Cabin Air Filter ' 7:10 Serpentine Belt ' 7:59 Coolant

[@vhongfabria9946]

Cabin air filter and AC filter is the same or not? I'm just confuse. Thank you

[@dawsonsantosvlogs6322]

@@vhongfabria9946 nah the cabin air filter filters the wind the AC creates so you’re not breathing junk as most car’s AC actually comes from the radiator fan

[@alexoswald932]

good samaritan

[@ashokv4111]

Time saver

[@preussen577]

I'd definitely rather read this than waste my time with the video, thanks :D

[@ryanado226]

I’m 14 and trying to learn as much as I can before I drive😂

[@MrMarkspaced]

good on you, the more you learn the more you can save and the more you can afford to spend on the more fun things in life.

[@jonathancasais6491]

Very smart kid if I got any advice is learn money management skills as well you've have your own car by 18 or if you start work at 18 you'll have one witbin a year if you're smart

[@h1ghfr4zix69]

Same

[@alleyfalardeau6000]

Same

[@jrjr1295]

W

[@scummies7]

I'm here because I was never taught this stuff, and I want to keep my car in good shape for a while 😆

[@navineshprakash2048]

Same

[@ady6837]

Same here

[@DukeOfKidderminster]

BMWs do have dipsticks; they’re located behind the steering wheel.

[@JailanSimon]

Ha

[@noahnagle1449]

The Duke of Kidderminster They forget the blinker fluid every time

[@o0oSolidSnakeo0o]

This is excellent

[@papatorr3669]

You Talkin' To Me? I'm a dipstick era Beemer guy, no 2006 or newer BMWs for me!

[@DukeOfKidderminster]

@@papatorr3669 Okay, except you. ;-)

[@worldofmemes_98]

Understanding car terms is crucial for any car owner to effectively communicate with mechanics, make informed decisions, and maintain their vehicle. Familiarizing yourself with terms like "cylinder," "torque," "horsepower," "transmission," "suspension," and "brake pads" can empower you to better care for your car and address potential issues.

[@avedonfivestar3808]

You forgot to include one major part in jump starting a vehicle. The vehicle providing the charge should be running prior to the car with the dead battery starting. This will prevent excessive draining of the battery of the vehicle that is providing the charge.

[@gary7846]

i was warned that helping random people jumpstart their cars have risk that will kill your battery instead, is this the only reason? then all i need to make sure is my car running beforehand

[@Senzu_Beannn]

@@gary7846 I Would Say So, Yes

[@genekendrick679]

5:13 he says it

[@natalieharris1657]

Just learned something new thank uu

[@thomasalias8492]

Car guys be like "You forgot to include engine swapping!"

[@lvgio]

no

[@cristianr.s.5537]

At that point you may as well get another car. Engines aren’t cheap

[@lvgio]

@@cristianr.s.5537 yeah, a 2001-07 ford focus or something is £200-1500 whereas ( new engine £2-4k ) old engines are cheaper

[@lucianocasanova8924]

Lol

[@kristopherdickson6606]

@@cristianr.s.5537 Considering a new car is an engine... plus the fucking car. One could deduce that an engine is itself cheaper than a new car

[@arnoldguisa2096]

The #1 thing to do if you want your car to run forever is Maintenance.

[@kiefergrossest4636]

Thank god someone has made a video about simple car maintenance that every motorist should know and shouldn’t be allowed there licence until they learn everything in this video it should be made a part of the test

[@aexiong1190]

What about the brakes? That's another simple but extremely important thing to learn how to change.

[@AutoGuide]

Yes, brakes are SUPER important, but we left 'em off this list just because we wanted to focus on simpler vehicle-maintenance items. Thanks for watching and commenting! - Craig

[@kevinmontoya7318]

@@moparfam300c lol i can do the in like 2hr

[@Meanderthal17]

@@moparfam300c they're simple but they would take a whole video

[@ananth218Canada]

@@moparfam300c i have drum brakes. tell me again how easy it is?

[@nagashdebala1232]

Great vid man 👍🏽

[@WryTrvr]

This video made me feel smarter than i previously thought i was. All this stuff is stupid easy

[@Danilo-fv8tt]

Easy indeed, you dont need books to know this

[@mo1sturech1ef]

Well gee thanks i guess im a dumbass LoL

[@manakchemistry1539]

1.Wiper washing water 2.engine oil level 3.tyre air pressure 4.betry power 5.air filter 6.engine belt 7.coolant water

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This comment is so satisfying ✌❤☯

[@dash1645]

The real MVP!!!!! Thank u!

[@mariamvrck]

So this is how Logic is spending retirement?

[@Thatigbogirl01]

😂

[@austinstoeber4584]

XD

[@MercBoyardi]

Lolll

[@asiedukennedy3136]

Lmfao

[@GoGators98]

🤣

[@Danilo-fv8tt]

I mean, when changing oil , you change the oil filter too. Ive been doing in car service for like a month, and then quit, volunteered so i can learn abut cars. And it is the basic. Also, if you see your air filter too dusty/havent changed it for a long time, now is that day. Do not use blowers to blow it off the dust and think that youve done the job. Its still filled with small particles that you cant see, which can lead to engine problems, so its better if you just buy a new one. EDIT: Also dont buy really cheap filters, or parts in general, as their quality is close to zero.

[@michaell3711]

Some Air cleaners can wash and reuse,, especially if you have none in store.

[@rajeevkumarsinha]

Precise, concise ,accurate and no nonsense .. thank you so much.

[@YoungMisfit]

Logic looks kinda different! Thanks tho

[@loud3718]

Thats what i was thinking haha 😂

[@JACk79457]

That’s not Logic, that’s his alter ego Mechanic

[@kozmickronic7357]

The things loosing your virginity can do ha

[@A_Random_Rat]

Oh my god hahahha

[@candelibas6652]

LMFAOOOOOOOO

[@ranjan_v]

Thank you this helps

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[@pecunifunsheme2411]

If a car take long to start in the morning what is it C270 CDI mesedes Benz 2005

[@damienleigh9943]

When I heard this guys voice i thought it was Linus Tech Tips

[@CalmRice]

Pro tip : Loosen the bolts on your tire before jack it up !

[@loneexplorama7914]

Learnt that the hard way with my first car😀👍

[@kosikumah7249]

And tighten them fully only after you've lowered it! He missed all these!

[@1gks]

may i ask why?

[@angeliglesias5069]

@@1gks it’s just to prevent the tire from rotating when you’re trying to take out the lug nuts

[@xvirk7932]

Brakes🤷🏼‍♂️

[@russellgray3303]

Such an amazing video. I love to watch all your video. They are super amazing at the same time. Keep more posting!

[@johnchristianbarrion6267]

Hello, thank you for making this video. I’m looking to purchase my first car, and I’m doing a lot of research. I have no idea how to do any of the 10 tips! But now I know that I have to look on tutorials for these. Thanks!!

[@MrMarkspaced]

if you do not follow this guide there are many others but search for one task at a time that way you can get clear indepth step by step guides, i would also search youtube for "buying your first car what to look out for"

[@joel3683]

I remember when I was searching up bike maintenance videos years ago, got quite good at it, Now I'm hoping to do the same thing with this newfound knowledge, thanks!

[@sabrinah2284]

Thank you for sharing. Every driver should know this.

[@TalitaNaGringa]

very complete and understandable, amazing video! thanks!!

[@hlk5887]

Enjoyed your video Craig. Entertaining to watch!

[@alexbaldwin3620]

BMWs don’t have dipsticks in the engine bay, they’re normally in the drivers seat

[@slicknick4190]

Thanks a lot this was very helpful.

[@jayshiku]

Totally enjoyed this video 😃

[@calebbaynton3923]

Add brakes and roters, ball joints, bearings, struts and springs, change all four tires (meaning take the worn tires off the wheels and put new ones on setting the bead, then you got changing all the fluids ( coolant, engine oil, transmission fluid, gear oil in the diffs and transfer case oil) then there’s changing spark plugs, headlights, tail lights, fog lights, and if you really want to have fun you can do the full engine rebuild ( top and bottom)

[@michaelgonzalez2516]

Make sure to check your blinker fluid too!

[@michaell3711]

Where is blinker fluid located ? Lol

[@InterestingFindings]

@@michaell3711 Blinker fluid doesn't exist, it's a common joke. Can be used to test how clueless someone is about cars lol

[@joshuacingel9786]

Fantastic video. Very informative.

[@evobudbrink]

I check my oil with my windshield wiper, it’s just easier to clean it off when ✅ done

[@alb0zfinest]

Can’t tell if this is a serious comment

[@leonhull6720]

Isn't washing and waxing your car one of the simplist maintenance options. It prevents rust and rot.

[@moopet8036]

And yet there are literally millions of me that don't.

[@suedybala4305]

Very good video. Easy to understand, and things we should all know about our cars.

[@charlesharewood5430]

Thanks for the tips. Yes, I'm accustomed to doing all the items listed. Problem I'm having now is to get a neighbour's car to restart after it ran out of gas. I bridged the pump relay socket and the pump runs only by that means. The spark stopped since doing that.

[@chineduokonkwo5777]

You forgot to add the most important thing to check out in a vehicle which is, the brake fluid level,very important.

[@lazarusblackwell6988]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THE VERY USEFUL VID MAN!

[@AutoGuide]

You're welcome

[@sedricsegundo7186]

Thank you, im 14 getting ready

[@manjuallinonechannel]

Very Useful Video For All.. Thanks You...

[@sabrinah2284]

Thanks for sharing.

[@WayApp]

Thanks for sharing this informative video! 👍

[@rido6503]

Richard,.hi I'm new to your channel.thanks for airing on line!.safe driving check points on how to avoid while driving a car in traffic is so very important to do it yourself important points you pointed out.thank you sir,much appreciate,great video.👍

[@xandarkiriv4397]

very instructive video! thank you

[@thedoo777]

same with the oil change! get it done at the shop

[@musasillah6152]

thank you! really helpful

[@k.loopsy]

This guy deserves a crown 👑

[@grandbaycentral5741]

Thank for tips👏

[@nibblelove8727]

Thank you!!

[@minisfamilyvlog4734]

Thank you.very useful

[@itx._.xavier]

Just got my car 🚗 and I’m trying to keep it up, video helped

[@virendradr]

excellent guide..thanks

[@bradleykewa]

Thanks very much for the methods

[@daudimwamghunda6485]

Great video 👌🏾👌🏾

[@SaadKidwai]

Thank you!

[@obeytweety]

i love this guy !

[@nickshepley2566]

I love this video

[@fahimmohamed4633]

Hey thanks man, that's helpful

[@arwenelayne]

My dad is literally a mechanic but when I ask him questions it makes me feel a little stupid so now I'm trying to learn about cars on my own even though he is the perfect person to ask but I can't

[@LuisLopez-zs9bs]

If he didn't teach u don't be embarrassed to ask

[@arwenelayne]

@@LuisLopez-zs9bs I mean he did but a lot of stuff goes over my head lolol

[@immaculatesquid]

@@arwenelayne you shouldnt hinder learning for pride

[@arwenelayne]

@@immaculatesquid yea you're right he's just really good at making me feel extra dumb for no reason haha

[@immaculatesquid]

@@arwenelayne just tell yourself youre building character everytime you make a mistake. it helps slightly. just takes time

[@troutmansfinest1]

Did my first brake change last month and my first oil change and cabin filter last week going for a coolant change and hopefully spark plugs next week but ima a bit nervous for those 😅

[@Grapesforeeeeeeeee]

I love videos like this

[@thegamersden4824]

Just wanted to mention that if the oil is generally clear and not dark or black that it's still fresh.

[@gogouguite9861]

Wow nice advice thanks😁😉

[@sneakyfildy]

Nice, thanks.

[@ibrahimkhaldoon3549]

Thanks bro

[@Alex-qj8si]

Thanks for the info man

[@skylaellis]

Been driving for 20 years & had no idea of these things 😭

[@jaykaponee35]

Buying my first car in a few months, So I’m watching ts to get as much Knowledge as possible.

[@buzyreading]

Thank you.🙂

[@traceywhitney738]

I'm glad to know things of this about my car

[@siseesan3147]

Great video

[@shanesmaineshop]

Great tips

[@dawnarmstrong4441]

This was great. Thank you! I

[@khalidswaleh9094]

Amazing 🎉

[@krishnakaimal7181]

Good video.

[@renewilmoth]

Funny and informative at the same time. I found this very useful.

[@helenarichard]

I wish there was a video that teaches you how to quickly check under the head to check if nothing is inside like rodents, leaves, what not. Or if no cable has broken from vibrations or again, rodents. I feel like my engine is overheating. The cooling fan keeps turning on after parking and it's freezing outside.

[@generolmatt4]

I can do all those very easy. I have changed my belt, coolent, oil, windshield wipers and even changed my sway bars.

[@natureloverdude]

Wonderful Video.

[@rishabhisthename]

very nice

[@RichadTheLionHeat]

Did them all to all 9 of my vehicles. Must keep very detail maintenance records

[@Acc0rd79]

We need more Craig reviews!! He's simply the best.

[@universalistsnape8584]

his name is Craig? That is awesome cuz the whole time he was reminding me of Craig Pelton (the Dean) from Community lolol

[@johnellisonjamorabon]

fun to watch 😅

[@jimmaworkurgessa8247]

Awesome!

[@user-lp9cl7fu6n]

I’m 14 and trying to learn as much as I can before I drive

[@ramuntshiwindstonenndavhel9904]

Thank u

[@aaronmolasky9611]

Awesome 👏 my family will like 👍

[@rumorsoftech]

Loved the Humour 😂

[@mckennalynn1916]

I'm 22 and I knew most of the stuff on here thanks to my dad!

[@ryanfrizzell736]

Interesting. Now I know more about the ten things every car owner should know about car maintenance.

[@thetexaschainsaw9366]

U forgot headlights & taillights brakes and rotors

[@edbn24]

nice vid

[@clemnewton9007]

Something tht is important so kind of road service so if you break down it does cost a fortune to get towed rain x on windshield makes wipers work less a car emergency kit and a fire extinguisher

[@MattSeals]

Keep up the good work and generating the crowd!

[@stoundingresults]

Sometimes on the car with the dead battery, you need to ground to the engine block or look for a grounding strap on the firewall.

[@andraegregoire9515]

This host is a legend

[@thirdeyesurvivor3886]

Anyone else notice the guy speaking in this video is 100% ai generated, it’s actually really creepy how realistic this person is.

[@0prissac0]

I only know how to add the windshield wiper fluid 😢

[@Danilo-fv8tt]

You can look up everything on internet. This all sounds complicated at first, but belive me, it isnt.

[@foxman105]

Never late to start. doing some maintenance on your car gives you a sense of ownership and you'll feel good about your self and about the car.

[@artemis2990]

These comments are so wholesome

[@AS-nx9fu]

Can anyone tell me what liquid is used for wiper fluid?

[@foxman105]

@@AS-nx9fu Depends. You can either use distilled water with a concentrate that you mix according to the instructions on the bottle, or you buy premixed washer fluid. Running pure distilled water is not great idea as it freezes easily and can corrode stuff and running tap water is even worse idea cause you'll get sediment build up which will eventually jam the pump or the lines.

[@dannylinc6247]

Clean your blades and your windshield before you decide you need new blades. Save the ones you take off if you do. If they aren't actually bad, you can treat them with wd40 and have spares. Belts cracked across their grooves have not failed. Belts losing rib material over their length have failed. Check for belt accessory drive update if yours has issues. Dealer service can answer questions if you tell them your Vin and symptom.

[@helenarichard]

In modern cars you can't check the timing belt or serpentine belt. You have to remove the engine cover. And what can you even do as an amature. Even garagists often think you have a timing belt problem cause it is good money for them but a disaster for you. See a brand professional because the noise could just be a roulement that is broken.