Top 10 Mistakes Car Owners Make

[@heyyo6122]

the second my car starts I do a burnout to warm up the tires , then rotate

[@milo.24.07]

😂😂😂😂

[@Dyl_Apple]

lol

[@hoodieman4992]

in gta

[@youarerightandiamwrong7314]

That’s hilarious

[@markal420]

😂

[@nathansvlog]

Chris I love your channel! No crappy dubstep intro, no long digressions - you were straight into this video before 5 seconds had even passed. Keep up the great work man.

[@mastermind6542]

3:49 chrisfix wants to say soapywota so bad lol

[@SamuTheFrog]

One of the many things to love about this channel

[@PanduPoluan]

@@mastermind6542 you mean, soopy wooder 😄

[@911Salvage]

I usually leave the engine running for 3 minutes. Then I turn it off and take the bus.

[@chrisfix]

+Mouldy CPU lol

[@YeezyMcgeezy]

Mouldy CPU 😂😂

[@lilnash7]

Mouldy CPU lol why

[@MatthewMoscotto]

Mouldy CPU lmaoooo

[@TheBanjoShowOfficial]

Lmao

[@KrisHarrisnNeti]

Man, this guy gets me motivated to do stuff on my own cars! Even get me amped up to go clean/organize my garage!! Thanks for the work you put into your videos. Cheers from Australia

[@chrisfix]

Awesome! I'm glad the videos get you motivated! Thanks for the support from Australia!

[@jsihavealotofplaylists]

Yea I fixed a flat on mine and it was swag

[@honestkitty4568]

I live in Australia also

[@Chef_Seph]

Hell yeah i deep cleaned my engine bay because of one of his videos

[@timothyjones3410]

In fairness, people who are comfortable changing the oil more often than the video advised aren't doing their car any harm. Also, beseeching modern people to spend three hours reading an owner's manual when tweetface is constantly sounding the alarm is expecting a bit much. Finally, you might advise changing the donut every decade no matter how much it wasn't used.

[@filthyconnoisseur7945]

#11 make sure you have car before checking all of these. I watched this video and started checking my neighbours car and now he won't talk to me

[@dankanchovy1963]

Filthy Connoisseur 😂😂😂

[@eddiesaninocencio6635]

I don't even have a car, why am I watching this video?

[@ChickenSDS]

@@eddiesaninocencio6635 Same and idk

[@losbeonit8865]

Lmao

[@shebalove24]

😂😂😂😂

[@dylanakarman8820]

Oh Chris you sound so depressed

[@jamesj415]

Wasn't as enthusiastic about videos back then

[@kingeleven3820]

His mom is sick

[@intellectracoon]

@@kingeleven3820 hope she gets well soon.

[@fatbarbarian3448]

I know there was no enthusiasm in the intro compared to now 😂😂😂😂

[@ewangibson1204]

11:3 west this was 4 years ago.....

[@CronTheCob]

I spend like 10 min before driving my car. mainly cause those damn cassete mp3 converters never fucking work, and I ain't driving without music

[@lilnash7]

jeremy gee this is so trueee

[@bigt1877]

jeremy gee Jesus his old is ur car?

[@shorpy3407]

BigT 1418 Some people don't have money to buy a brand new car m8. Also alot of cars going well into the 2000s have cassette players

[@mynameisblankspace]

You dont have to buy a new car. You can save up and buy a new stereo system and take the old stock system out.

[@KrazyTacoguy1]

same. I spend too much time trying to pick a good song.

[@ScottEdwardsKayakbirder]

What’s with all the ‘hater’ comments? Chris is over 4 million subscribers..he’s doing something right!

[@sebastiansebastian5270]

He liked your comment! 🤠

[@trematt]

2 years later, and double the subscribers

[@uncrustable9923]

you mean 9.19 million now lmao

[@Scrapla1]

I remember back in the day my mom would start and drive and my pops could scream WARM IT UP FIRST! lol

[@newtonraymond77]

She did to the car what he did to her

[@sweetmelon3365]

@@newtonraymond77 underrated comment

[@njsongwriter]

Quickest way to warm it up is to drive it (gently).

[@TheOzthewiz]

Nothing wrong with driving it right away as long as it's driven GENTLY before it's warmed up!

[@YeetxBoi]

@@TheOzthewiz no 30 seconds is recommended at the very least for oil pressure to build

[@martymcfly4347]

rule # 11 never carry around a rusted spare wheel!

[@chrisfix]

#truth

[@587180]

ChrisFix damn so 3 years and still coming back to respond to people respect

[@manticore819]

#truth

[@xalataf3365]

marty mcfly Well especially if it's under the chassis exposed.

[@edwindominguez2548]

😂

[@disco.jellyfish]

Well my routine is the following: 1. Get in car 2. Check if neutral 3. Start engine 4. Take Phone out and plug in for music 5. Play music 6. Adjust music volume 7. Turn lights on (if dark or rainy (german laws)) 8. Kick brakes 9. Realease Handbrakes 10. Kick Clutch 11. Select gear 1 12. Drive

[@chrisfix]

That's a good system to let the car warm up properly and stay safe!

[@PanduPoluan]

@Disco Jellyfish you missed the wearing seatbelt part...

[@disco.jellyfish]

@@PanduPoluan Oh yeah... So much routine in it that I even forgot that I am doing it. But when I think about it, I pull it out as I sit down. This is actually quite efficient.

[@PanduPoluan]

@@disco.jellyfish Indeed! Having a regular routine while starting a car actually helps a lot. For me, it switches my mind from walking mode to driving mode, reducing my anxiety and ultimately helping to keep myself and others on the road safe.

[@disco.jellyfish]

@@PanduPoluan Yeah just not get suck in your routine when youre on your way to work every morning. It can also reduce concetration and sometimes signs in some areas change or more likely: something unexpected happens.

[@jillywonka876]

When I’m driving, I feel like the car is an extension of myself. It sounds a little crazy, but it makes me feel better to hear Chris say that you don’t want to push your car right away when you’re starting your drive. To let the engine warm up. I always feel like I’m pushing the car way too hard, I can feel it working harder to get to a higher speed. I could care less if people on the road get ticked off, because I know that I’m treating my engine well to help ensure longevity. Thanks for the advice!! 😎

[@Rejoin_2023]

Great tips Chris. Here's another tip for drivers, not only should you check your spare tyre is inflated, but also check to make sure you can remove it while on the roadside with the tools you're likely to have been provided by the manufacturer. I got very lucky recently, I had bought a 12 year old car and decided to change to the spare tyre, while at home. The spare tyre had seized in position because the screw thread had rusted, it took a monumental amount of effort to unscrew it, that would never have been possible on a cold wet night on the side of a busy road. Go and check access to your spare tyre, now!

[@danielbritschock3873]

Drinking and driving is a Very big mistake.

[@justsomebody5579]

Yeah its very bad you cant focus on the road properly always stop then drink and then drive...

[@YoloXGTfuntimelover]

Water?

[@EdgarsLS]

thanks for letting me know, I will not drink and take the bus ever again!

[@skrishnaiahgangolli7410]

After starting you can

[@donboonvisudhi4784]

just somebody hi

[@michaelm3052]

Easiest way to read the owner's manual is in sections while you sit on the toilet.

[@PongoXBongo]

Or while you're letting the engine warm up. Don't drive off until you've read at least a few pages. ;)

[@michaelchadwick3497]

Michael M You will also develop some prize winning hemroids

[@ksfishchannel]

HAHA! Good idea!

[@shadeenah8791]

This is a good idea!

[@ryugo7713]

Michael M I’m pooping right now.

[@yourtruckerfriend1584]

I loved the tip of doing a pretrip! Being a trucker for 19 years, this advice for 4wheel drivers is also a benefit of not breaking down in front of my 80,000 lb rig, or risking getting hit on the shoulder! I love your channel! I cant stop watching!

[@g2macs]

If your indicators (turn signals) make a faster ticking noise than usual, it means you have a blown bulb.

[@SE45CX]

Or the electrical connection is bad. For whatever reason.

[@DragonWarrior1524]

lol found that out 10 min before when i took my DL test

[@Agent.K.]

Plz do, "How to sell your car". what's worth fixing/replacing, What can increase/decrease the value.

[@faisal3398]

Maybe his "buying a used car" guide could help you out?

[@Agent.K.]

faisal3398 Watched the video but still. I'm considering selling my car and not sure if I should pay around $200 to fix some A/C problem or I should sell it like this.

[@faisal3398]

+Agent. K. It just takes some common sense; for example, where I live I once found a car that was for up for sale (I think it still is) for more than 9 months, the reason was because it doesn't have an A/C at all. The meaning behind this is it depends where you live, it is somewhat of a gamble whether to fix that thing or leave it as is, but usually for the most part it is better if you repair broken things.

[@theblackhundreds7124]

This is actually a good idea.

[@CosRacecar]

I think that would greatly depend on the year/make/model of the car and the current condition of the part. In general any part that keeps the car from running or being safe to drive would increase the value to sell, but by how much and whether it's worth the cost would depend on too many factors to have any hard rules.

[@ajaychoudhary9817]

i just love "straight to the point" youtube videos

[@geraldjauernig8589]

You've come a long way since these videos! Better video quality, editing and you even sound more excited and upbeat these days. I'm glad your life is going great and you love what you do. I actually thought about doing something like this but you beat me too it... not to mention it would take me forever to get as good as you are now, lol. I hope you keep striving and never lose motivation in what you love!

[@debojitrabha2502]

Mistake No 11. Let their emotions drive their car.

[@LuckyXCX]

Big Rock nuthin like a bottle of Jack and an urban area to go for a cruise huh? lol

[@coolbeans2345]

LOL!!!

[@jose9314]

Lmao 😂

[@jayasmrmore3687]

This is very true

[@tanfer2003]

Next episode on chrisfix- how to fix rust issue on your spare wheel

[@liveandletlive2894]

Sandpaper

[@obs4281]

How to fix a trust issue on your spare seal

[@jackswank3943]

@@obs4281 How to fix a trust issue after a broken relationship

[@obs4281]

Jack swank Just glue the relationship back up she’ll be right

[@jackswank3943]

@@obs4281 Rub some bacon on it

[@AmericanThunder]

If your engine is turbocharged, after driving it, never shut it off until after it idles for 5-10 seconds. The turbo impeller shaft(which spins up at 100,000 rpm under boost) is lubricated by a pressurized oil line, fed by the engine. When the engine stops, the oil pressure goes away, and the still-spinning impeller shaft will be running without lubrication for 10 seconds or more. That is a huge cause of early turbocharger failure. In a turbo engine without any muffler(diesels usually), you can actually hear the turbo still spinning after the engine is shut down.

[@nerys71]

AmericanThunder holy crap man thanks! while I don't have one I HEARD one do that and always wondered what the heck that was! Learn something new everyday.

[@karl65er]

AmericanThunder And please don't forget, if if you drove it hard the turbo will be VERY HOT Let it idle for a few minutes to cool down or the oil, lubricant and coolant, will burn, this will ad more friction and wear and tear

[@AmericanThunder]

karl65er Yes!

[@doctorhelicopter]

AmericanThunder This is to do with burnt oil in the feed/return lines in hot conditions. A pyrometer is a good way of knowing how hot your exhaust/turbo is, as it will need a supply of fresh oil to prevent crust in the lines. The turbo does fine on start up where it gets very little oil.

[@AmericanThunder]

***** That doesn't surprise me, someday soon our vehicles will be driving themselves, and we will just be passengers. Then none of the info in these comments will matter anymore, lol.

[@christophersmith9654]

Chris you are by far the best car maintenance guy on the internet. Clearly you love what you do and what to show people that isn't hard to service you car yourself with the right tools and very easy to follow tutorial videos. The only other car channel that comes close is mighty car mods.

[@professionalcannibal9787]

Disclaimer: no cars were abused during the making of this video.

[@mattarnold198]

Affirmative.

[@richardfredrick964]

But some tyres were penetrated

[@TechTubeHDReviews]

Wow. See how far he's come? Just a while ago he was pretty boring (no offense if u read this Chris) now he is so much more enthusiastic and enjoyable to watch. Your my favorite car KZbinr. Keep up he great work!!

[@chrisfix]

Thanks!

[@deniseatthelake]

Chris, you were always great...you get to the point, and no messing around and full of good information..not boring at all...the other presenters on youtube...OMG they take sooo long to get to the point, go off on a tangent. You made me care about my car! Love your style of presenting!

[@tannerschultz4787]

Dealership tech here , seen a lot of cars and trucks come in with engine replaced under warranty because of "15,000" mile oil changes, that's all about making the cost of ownership down for new car buyers , id say you should change conventional oil every 3500-4000 miles and synthetic 5000 miles , and frequently check your oil

[@tannerschultz4787]

Granted that is also very dependent on driving habits

[@shellykennedy5427]

Agree - it’s cheap to change oil and filter - much more expensive to buy new engine or car! An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.

[@bdcochran01]

Yes. I am driving so few miles that I do change the oil once a year. With low mileage, one can not rely upon the appearance of the oil. And when the oil is changed, I have a list of lubrication points, including rubberized seals to be lubricated.

[@the_average_canadian]

0:04 When you start your car, give it 10-15 seconds before putting it into gear and driving. 0:34 Wait until your engine components reach operating temperature before driving aggressively. 0:53 There's no benefit to putting premium fuel in a vehicle that doesn't need it. 1:14 Modern motor oil can last 5,000+ miles between oil changes. 1:41 Inspect your vehicle's lights and essential components often. 2:09 Check your tire pressure when inflating the tire and when the air temperature changes drastically. 2:25 Check your tires often for uneven wear, tread depth, and damage. 3:03 Inspect the spare tire often. 3:18 Read your owner's manual cover-to-cover at least once. 3:35 Learn to clean your car properly.

[@Angel-e85]

Thank you

[@mikecronis]

Some really basic stuff here, Chris. Seems some folks aren't aware. Good job.

[@TheNosyGamer]

yea the amount of comments that try to go against this simple advice is amazing

[@migspaneda5167]

especially for newbies and women who only just drive...^^)

[@sbarua219]

Number one from me is to put down that phone and pay attention to the road please. Too many shit drivers these days anyways, why make it worse?

[@chrisfix]

+Sudip Barua for sure!!!

[@DusKinggoGames]

In a cycle mania like the Netherlands the use of phones also happens on bikes. Which is just as dangerous as using a phone while driving a car. A new law should put an end to that in the future.

[@CSX2665]

One of the things you forgot to mention is people who love to push the car "to see how far it goes" when the gas light comes on

[@silvermediastudio]

The worst. I rarely let mine get below 1/4 and never park it at home with less than 3/4.

[@19Robert98]

For me it depends what I’m doing and how’s my week looking. I try and fill around 1/4 or around 250 miles on the gmc and 300 on the Chevy. But I stick to those numbers pretty religiously so that’s kinda my usable range. If I know gas is cheaper next town over I may not fill if I think I can make it with room to spare

[@19Robert98]

Also on the gmc when I go to my parents that’s an almost entire tank of gas

[@jimstanley_49]

You should know that from reading the manual. Shortly after I got my car, I was on a long trip and forgot to fill up at a convenient stop. I was half-way up a mountain pass when the low-fuel light came on. Because I had read the manual, I knew I had about 3 gallons left. Because I track my gas mileage, I was able to figure I had 70-80 miles left to find a station. Now that I've had it longer, I know that driving uphill makes that light come on sooner, so I probably had 100 miles and maybe could have skipped the expensive gas station at the bottom of the pass.

[@TheOzthewiz]

He also forgot to tell folks to check their "blinker fluid". Very important for vehicle longevity!

[@anthonymodica4]

Man is it cool to see how the videos have evolved

[@chrisfix]

Haha the quality has improved dramatically since these videos!

[@LavenderSystem69]

Additional tip for checking your lights: back into a spot right outside a full-glass store front and apply your footbrake; using your mirrors, you can effectively check your brake lights (including the 3rd high-mounted light that's on all vehicles manufactured after a certain date). Same deal with preventing a ticket and whatnot...

[@oliverstanko1205]

Also applies for reverse lights

[@1Nine7Zero]

I do agree on what Chris said but the oil change part. You can change your oil sooner than what the suggested factory recommendation, if you like and have the money to do it. It is a cleaner engine if you do change it sooner, my opinion and of course my money to burn.

[@chrisfix]

Exactly! Thanks for sharing Eric!

[@iLikeC00kieDough]

Iam Ian it's a good thing it's not your money

[@mauro334]

I change oil sooner than VW reccomands, but they make a lot of money from maintenance so it's againts their own interests saying 30.000 km beetween changes (diesel engine) instead of 20.000 km.

[@TomO-if7nh]

ChrisFix I only drive my car maybe 6,000 miles a year. Should I change my oil once or twice a year? Thanks

[@craigjohnson171]

Eric Matic ok

[@mz.mindurbizness7084]

I started watching your videos today and I find them to be very informative and in plain English!! Thanks and keep 'em coming.

[@grailph]

The walkaround is something probably most people never do. That's why you see a lot of broken tail lights and headlights driving around. I personaly don't do it before every drive but at least 2 or 3 x a week. Thanks for the great info.

[@rajasinghbedi4138]

#11 - people believe the drivers behind them are psychics

[@MrMe-qu4gw]

RajaSinghBedi soooo true

[@101Volts]

# 11b: People behind me "think they're psychic;" that they can predict deer jumping out or people coming in *our* lane for head-on kisses or smashing performances.The result can be: bang bang, front and rear.

[@reactcirca]

When they are women... It ends up your car being totalled :|

[@FreshSqueezedLightning]

It doesn’t always make a difference. I stopped at a stoplight with plenty of room very slowly with my brake lights on for a long time. Then when I’m stopped some idiot in a Nissan pickup smashes into the back of me goin 30 and launches me into the car ahead. He totaled my great condition 2007 civic. Luckily Geico paid me out well enough to get a new used car but I haven’t found one yet.

[@Lysergic_]

Insanity On A Bun didnt the truck pay?

[@PK88.]

I liked this ChrisFix not to excited, not to loud. Nor depressing. Very balanced

[@whayoajredyt7658]

I don't

[@thecapone45]

#9 is a big one for me. I’ve read throughly car manuals to understand my car and keep up with the maintenance. I’ve been pretty big on keeping and reading manuals for things I buy (even a coffee maker 😅). Car manuals have lots of good general information as well.

[@jonathanbarros9948]

rewatching all your vids on how to properly clean your car and detail your paint and mechanical work inspired me to fix up my car that i recently crashed and hopefully getting into body and collision course when i graduate this year

[@ladesh3616]

I like how Chris responds to 2020 2019 comments

[@llRoyalty]

Yes

[@KiwiPowerNZ]

The first thing I do is start the engine, then I start plugging in my phone, putting my wallet away, putting my seatbelt on, once I've done everything then I get going. And it's better to start the engine first because otherwise you're sweating away in 40 degree heat while you prepare to leave, when you could be preparing to leave while the A/C is quietly refrigerating you :)

[@Zero-ks3pc]

KiwiPowerNZ how did you know I sweat in 40°F? Canadian eh? Jkjk

[@OCMElPolo]

Hi Chris, one common mistake I see literally every day is directional tires put backward. Heck I once had to tell a shop they installed a tire backwards on the rim (when the other 3 where already mounted). The problem with that is water/snow evacuation, or lack thereof. Those tires, designed to channel water outwards as it makes contact with the ground, when installed backwards just do the opposite and trap water in the middle of the contact patch, which drastically reduce grip and makes hydroplaning come at a much lower speed and water depth.

[@chrisfix]

+OCMElPolo Very true and thanks for sharing that mistake! That is very important to have directional tires facing the right direction!

[@ddd228]

+ChrisFix Another one" an AWD car/truck has different size tires on it! Subaru people,pay attention!ALWAYS buy (5) tires for the AWD vehicles.You will be somewhere where they do NOT have the exact tire to replace the fubar one.

[@wholeNwon]

+ddd228 With AWD, tires should be symmetrical. That means you can't replace just 1 or 2 or 3 at a time. Perhaps rotation becomes more important, too. That and the added complexity, service needs, reduced mileage, etc. keep me from buying an AWD or 4 wheel drive vehicle.

[@ddd228]

+wholeNwon ... YEP! Buy 5 tires at a time.Maybe 6.AWD is way over rated. If it snows in your town... OK. "Oh,gee I have a flat and it's toast,replace it?" NO!!!!Buy 5 more or you will burn out the transfer case.Some MFR's say no MORE than 3/32" difference in tread depth.See.Si.

[@wholeNwon]

+ddd228 I think that the vast majority of people who buy AWD vehicles simply don't need it and aren't benefited by AWD.

[@icecreamluvrs11]

8 years later and I am still learning man. Even these older videos are so helpful. Keep up the good work, not only helping people, but doing so in an entertaining and easy to understand way!

[@XxNnjaxBudderxX]

I got one. They don't change their blinker fluid.

[@lancebaker1374]

To non-car experts: He's kidding. Blinker is electrical, not fluid.

[@WolfCommander]

Lance Baker not true BMW looked into the concept of breaker fluid. This way when the fluid is low the sensors tell them its time to replace it, they do this so they remember they have blinkers. Alas, it doesn't seem to help any.

[@tehguitarque]

It's called cerebrospinal fluid actually.

[@chrisfix]

Here is a video on how to do that: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e2eqpIued8dkZs0

[@capitalt6808]

ChrisFix shifting linkage

[@highcarbrider]

I'd spend about 5-10min warming up my old Suzuki RGV250, the neighbours loved it hahaha

[@rally2727]

I guess your neighbours are pretty warm too 😂

[@792bnz]

I don't drive my car til the idle is under 1,000

[@micahvelli_236]

792bnz smart man.. warm engine happy car.

[@Skidmark0303]

Same

[@raviluke]

792bnz what if your grandma is on her last legs? I’m sure you would then ...

[@GCast-iv1pd]

@@raviluke depends which Grandma 😁

[@myfavorites1016]

me either , all my vechiles I always have waited for a bit , and even in summer I wait just a few seconds ,

[@randomvideosman938]

I’m starting to drive now and I’ve been watching you for a couple of years now. Your videos actually helps me to drive better. Thanks for the good work.

[@chrisfix]

I'm glad the videos help you drive better! You're way ahead of a lot of people out on the road haha

[@Watcher3223]

With regard to the spare tire. In addition to checking its pressure, you may also want to check the condition of the spare and replace it with a new one if necessary, such as if the tire shows obvious signs of dry rotting. Tires can go bad with age and exposure, especially those exposed to the elements for long enough like spares that are kept stowed underneath the vehicle.

[@88Xlmk]

The spare tire he showed is probably still good(even though it is covered in rust), but I personally wouldn't trust it at higher speeds.

[@waqasrasool6494]

agreed

[@tangomike12]

That tire looked awful. You should have mentioned that if wear is uneven like that the car needs alignment as well.

[@peenusweenus3169]

Unless you have a camber intentionally

[@dylanmorrison8543]

You’re so thorough with everything.

[@Coldcreature_12]

Hey man I'm getting my first car soon. Every time I ask youtube a question about car maintenance one of your videos comes up. I love all of your stuff. It's so helpful. Just wanted to say thank you.

[@portaadonai]

Wait, are you saying I CANT hold down the gas while turning the key, to go into an instant burn out once my car starts?

[@AndyZULUL]

u r in parking mode anyway

[@ddd228]

+Jeff Cram NO!Do what you want.....!~ Tcar computer will make up for your miss-inputs.

[@ddd228]

+Jeff Cram It does NOT matter. the fuel injection will mostly do it's job and ignore your input. See below. VVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVV

[@peterwelsh6975]

+ddd228 actually if you hold gas pedal on floor when cranking it will not crank at all. On all new cars that is flood mode and disables the injectors lol

[@101Volts]

+Jeff Cram I know you're joking but something similar to that is how people literally blew up transmissions. That is, they'd rev it in neutral then switch to drive.

[@wholeNwon]

A really big...and expensive...mistake that many owners make; and, this is especially true of the more vulnerable owners, is to fall for the sales pitches from the repair shops that recommend transmission/engine flushes, (usually) unnecessary fuel injector cleaning, "tune ups" for cars that are running well, excessive spark plug changes, etc., etc. Avoid the cheap oil change come-ons from the chain stores, tire stores, etc. Go to your own, trusted mechanic even for oil changes, if you really can't do it yourself.

[@chrisfix]

Comment if you can think of any other big/common mistakes people make with their cars!

[@fordwindsor351]

Hello Chris, I am getting notices of replies but when I come in here to check them out I see nothing, wonders if KZbin is having some issues or something.

[@chrisfix]

I have replied to your comment but for some reason I guess you cannot see it. Maybe its a glitch they are working on...

[@GammaCruxis]

People putting the ground cable of their jumper cables on both batteries. Not safe! The ground cable of the car being jumped needs to be on a metal part of the frame or engine - *not* the battery!

[@VRUAN]

GammaCruxis "People putting the ground cable of their jumper cables on both batteries." on both terminals of a battery?

[@chrisfix]

Aaron Vincnet Ruan He manes like putting the red jumper cable to the red terminal and then the black to the black terminal. You are really supposed to put the black to a chassis ground to prevent damage to the battery and other electrical components.

[@lgz2006]

It's basically a tutorial for beginners, thank you very much for the video! I couldn't learnt all of these without you!😄

[@chrisfix]

Thanks a lot!

[@dukenukem5768]

Plenty of expereinced drivers do this crap.

[@Sturmgeschutz2]

Wear on the inside of the tire like that means shocks and or kingpin and or bearings need changing as well.

[@velvanae]

any front steering or suspension part. or could just be needing an alignment.

[@fready2009]

Could be a tierod

[@Nokia_editz]

Tony Hyden i had to change my front two tires cuz the insides were worn and one ended up getting flat. my brother says it's alignment issue

[@velvanae]

Worn ball joints, tie rods,suspension ect can cause alignment issues. when worn out they will not hod the wheel in the right spot and the tire will wear odd.

[@Derpster2493]

Is this true for these square canadian tires too?

[@austinfarley4971]

2019 April fool's sent me here. You've come a long way, I didn't even think this was a ChrisFix video

[@NerdTouchingGrass]

you forgot headlight fluid :|

[@walterk1221]

And services to muffler bearings.

[@SheepInACart]

The funny thing is with all the active exhaust systems around (bimodal, bypass valves ect), there ARE motors, bearings and electrical parts in the muffler. So that old joke is actually getting way less a joke, and more a real thing to check. Headlight or blinker fluid still works good though...

[@thomasr.knight1674]

Get some elbow grease while you're at it

[@petertran6830]

Hamish McGregor

[@TomO-if7nh]

I think he did a headlight fluid video :)

[@amaankhan2615]

I saw various of your videos of recent times, and it's a surprise how calmly chris is talking here compare to his more later videos

[@ScorpionRegent]

As to reading the manual, stick to the maintenance schedule. The better you take care of your car the better it will take car of you. A car worth thousands of dollars shouldn't be taken for granted and treated like bic lighter. Here are a couple of examples: It may cost a lot of money to replace a timing belt or brakes, but it will cost a lot more when they fail. Also understand the dashboard warning lights and gauges. Keep them visible and check them often while driving, they are there to prevent all sorts of problems and can be the difference between a inconvenience and serious trouble. Having a picture of loved ones or a personal savior on the dashboard will not prevent the engine exploding from over heating or low oil pressure, but knowing there is problem might. Neither will they stop a car when the brakes fail because of no brake fluid. Once again just a few examples. It's your car, own it.

[@Zero-ks3pc]

A $1000 car might be better to sell off if it is needing major repairs if you can’t do them yourself as it only takes another issue or two to end up pouring multiple times the cars value in repairs with no guarantee another expensive ‘project’ isn’t on the horizon. Take car of something worth it, sure, but some things become money pits at a certain point, and you’d be better off selling the car for $1000, add the cost of all the repairs and maintenance it needs, and find something slightly below that value that is in far better condition with no immediate services needed.

[@datanotfound4556]

For the starting your car thing, the first thing I do when I get in my car is buckle up, immediately followed by turning the car on. I then take the rest of the time to fiddle around with seat and mirror adjustments if need be, find an appropriate Spotify playlist, and take a look at my surroundings through the windows. After I'm done with that, enough time has passed to start driving.

[@luvcruzxd]

Thank you Chris fix, I fixed my ac because of the video you made. Keep up the good videos. Your a life saver :)

[@Frontseatreviews96]

Just popped up in my recommendations after being subscribed for six months. It’s crazy to see how far you’ve gone with this channel, huge congrats my good sir

[@franklinbolton8730]

This video is like a conversation with my grandfather lol keep up the good work.

[@vallunahkonen]

The enthusiasm went from 0 to 100 in a couple of years😂👍

[@simons.2281]

No, it went from a normal, genuine dude to a over the top youtube character. He still gives amazing instruction but I find this overly enthusiastic screaming irritating.

[@bernardpopp541]

Your videos get my A + ...rating for useful & no wasted time & words! ...so thank u Chris! 👍

[@wischi4985]

I learned some really interesting stuff by reading the manual. For example turning on the rear view heater also heats my mirrors, I can individually set my wipers intervall by going to intervall mode, than going out and go back in whenever I like to wipe again, I can connect my tailgate to my central locking system (I have no remote key) and that I should not keep the steering wheel in full turn for longer than 15 seconds to protect the steering pump.

[@xianreiss]

Here's a tip: When I pull up to a store or building with big windows I look at my cars reflection to check my lights. I also use them to check for traffic if I have a blind spot.

[@markwilliams6378]

+Christian Reiss Me too reverse and brake lights to see if they're functioning

[@Gimbergp]

#11: Not having hot car sex

[@spoofer20]

The most common mistake I see is people shift too often. My sisters girlfriend shifted over 30 times driving through a tunnel, I had to bite my tongue just to not say anything.

[@DanielPfender]

Is your sister a lesbian babe

[@Jf57Super]

+Daniel Pfender you sir earned an internet!

[@Edgard422]

You gotta practice the metamorphosis

[@harakiri420]

thats what my fusion sport does........has 6 gears and hits that sixth by the time im driving normally to 50mph

[@ypk1580]

It's a Column Shifter dude. My uncle does the same but WAY harder like he shifts from Park to Gear 1 then back to Drive

[@TndPnyRCofficial]

Chris when I bought my 97 Civic. It had no owners manual. Luckily I learned the ins and outs of it thanks to a friend of mine and my dad who are really knowledgeable with 90s Hondas

[@isaacyoshioka9701]

0:21 never forget to put on your seatbelt ;)

[@venividivici4253]

Chinese Jay KZbin *Cop flashes lights behind you*

[@Thatsright-tr2ks]

why? 💀

[@Kcducttaper1]

To bounce off of that tire problem, an inconsistent tread wear pattern is almost always the result of a bad alignment. Yes, the tire need replaced, but you also need to get it in the an alignment.

[@chrisfix]

Kcducttaper1 Yessir. Thanks for the additional information!

[@al-ameenmohammed2320]

they dont listen to there cars for unusual noises

[@chrisfix]

good one!

[@DAN007thefoxx1]

Yeah, I kept telling my dad about the current problem that I have and I said "it still doesn't sound/feel quite right" and he was all "don't worry about it". Now I have a front tire that's about to blow and a bad front end.

[@TheoriginalBMT]

Doesn't hurt sometimes to drive with no radio on to listen.

[@RenegadeX28]

Usually people tend to turn up the volume of their radio so that they don' t have to hear a weird noise.

[@joaosoares3719]

*their

[@cessna172ident]

Some of the biggest mistakes I see people make: - they use the wrong type of oil - they never check the radiator - they falsely assume the fuel octanes are a reference to how fuel efficient it will make their car - they overfill the fuel tank

[@Jamessss1010]

Mistake I see all the time is people using their cell phones while driving. They always lost and distracted, sit in front of the green light texting 😪

[@TheOzthewiz]

I just use my "text to speech" app, so I can be "texting" without the "heat" knowing!

[@mikem7028]

Hey Chris, big fan, hey bro like you said earlier in your video the oils back then are a thing of the past the newer ones now last longer. I believe the owners manual should also be a thing of the past. They should have an app or video owners manual where a person explains you all about your car instead of a boring hard to read sometimes book. Every car company should just make a video for their car explaining everything there is to know about that specific car. Sometimes used cars don't come with owners manual or it gets stolen at hand carwash by the homies. It's better for everything to be in an app video preferred.

[@winnerscreed6767]

I prefer paper, if it's an app it may not be free or some people still don't use cell phones or computers.

[@njsongwriter]

For most makes, if you need a manual you can download one on line for free.

[@enderlove2794]

@@winnerscreed6767 but it's the digital age. Most people have phones and other electronic devices. It'll be denficiall to have both the manual and an app or a youtbe channell. Those things can be so hard to navigate if you don't have someone to explain it to you.

[@LiveandAmplifiedProductions]

I can half agree about the octane for gasoline. You can use premium octane to clean carbon deposits in the engine, but uf you dont need to, use the octane recommend by your manufacturer

[@mback12000]

Octane affects carbon? Please explain. Also, higher octane generally burns slower (to allow higher cylinder pressures) and in fact can can lead to power loss (although very minor) when using in engines that don't have the timing, compression or boost that require it. Point is, higher than needed octane is a complete waste.

[@Littles13579]

Agreed.

Great video! Common sense is in deep shortage nowadays. I only had my car for 2 years and I still think like I'm not doing enough to help it. I never even used to be into cars until I passed my driver's license and I see now people run their cars to the ground. And the worse is, you can't tell a single word because they will hate you for unsolicited advice.

[@chrisfix]

Thanks a lot! I saw that a lot when people my age were getting their driver's license too haha, that's one of the reasons I made this video!

[@WayToManyAssassins]

Yeah a lot of people just don't take care of things.

[@warclub2175]

It’s so weird seen Chris going from really sad to happy “hey guys it’s Chris fix” haha

[@someidiot5229]

@alicia baldwin basically the youtuber voice

[@simons.2281]

And I prefer the older videos when he talked like a normal guy and not some kind of over the top tv presenter. It went from 'Hey guys, Chrisfix here' to 'HeeEyY GuUuYyS, cHrIsFiX hEeEre!!!!!'

[@NearlyFriendly]

And whilst checking your car in a parking lot, that will give the engine time to warm up

[@3scapePhotos]

+HILO18 Also gives someone else the opportunity to hop in and drive away. In many areas, if you're not in the driver's seat, the car shouldn't be running.

[@3scapePhotos]

+Thomas Jacobsson remote start, your car is locked (at least mine would be).

[@Slicerwizard]

+Thomas Jacobsson It's not hard to find a spot where you can see your lights reflected in a store window. Lets you check everything, including brake lights, reverse...

[@colinbiggs7798]

Thomas Jacobsson z

[@liam02411]

Tip #11. Apply your Parking Brake before shifting into Park. This keeps the brake cable working and keeps the weight of the car off of the parking pawl in the transmission and keeps the car from rolling away.

[@chrisfix]

liam02411 That is a good tip and no one has mentioned that yet! Thanks for sharing!

[@chrisfix]

Eruult Chuluunbaatar I dont know what you mean by "rip". All you need to do is park, keep your foot on the brake, and set the e-brake before taking your foot off the brake.

[@dixoncider7256]

liam02411 I have a subaru and you have to do that on any incline.

[@julianstone7540]

Your videos have progressed so much it's crazy. You are way more enthusiastic now than back then. I love your work keep it up.

[@matthewhuerta5831]

"U can see on my corvette" low key flex 😂

[@kellytyson2156]

I love your channel. I'm always learning.

[@chrisfix]

I'm glad you like the channel! Thanks a lot!

[@rickyt2629]

Yep definitely... Warming up the car is very important. especially when you have a rotary engine. flooding it is not a good thing at all...

[@stevenhs8821]

Yeh, drove my car in flood and not good at all.

[@rickyt2629]

Not that flood lol

[@StaitlyNatters]

Tip #7 using coins to gauge tread depth, just look for those small ridges between the tread. These are called tread depth indicators, they quickly and effectively give you a way for gauging the tread depth. When you show the uneven wear on the tire, you can see those small ridges, depending on the size and type of tyre depends on the number of these ridges around the circumference of your tyre. They tell you when it’s a good time to get new tyres, as they indicate the safest minimum tread amount. You should never, never allow your tread to get below these as that compromises the tyres ability to both give effective grip and vehicle control over rough surfaces.

[@wcbscout]

The tire pressure should be determined by what is embossed on the tire itself, tire pressures vary depending on the type of tire purchased. What is recommended on the door jamb sticker only applies to the factory tires. Even if one were to buy the same size tire that was originally on the vehicle the pressure recommendation could be different. As an example, on my 2009 Honda Fit I have two different brands of tires, and their pressure is very different even though they are the same size tire. Having said that these are good tips and you do a great job on all your videos. Just remember what is embossed on the tire is the maximum not necessarily the ideal pressure.

[@Richphotos1]

3000 miles on old oil even with conventional oil is a "scam" by oil companies and has always been. Conventional oil does not start to break down until about 5-6000 miles.. synthetic can really go until 10-11000 miles before it really breaks down. It drives me insane when people STILL say "I change my oil every 3000 miles"

[@brianday13]

I'm not a fan of the 15000 mile claim. Driving conditions vary, i'd stick to 3-5k max in ruff conditions with conventional oil.

[@Richphotos1]

I was talking 11000 before synthetic breaks down. 5-6,000 for conventional. Extensive testing has been done to prove this.

[@101Volts]

It does help keep the car last longer by *some* margin but by that point how about just using some super synthetic oil with a bypass oil filter? That'll keep the engine like new.

[@wholeNwon]

Do you have a reference for that "proof"?

[@jamesbond-eu1vx]

the oil breaking down is not the only reason for changing the oil. oil is a lubricant but it is also a cleaning agent there comes a point when the oil & filter have done all they can & should be changed in order to keep those harmful deposits out of the engine. thus the more dposits in the oil the less lubrication it will provide making it harder for the engine & oil pump to move the oil throughout the engine. its simple if you care about your car then take care of it. too many people want to push there mileage intervals & end up with issues such as burning oil or sludge in the top of the heads.

[@SilverBullet93GT]

Chris, you forgot to mention to check the blinker fluid, very important! Also, make sure there is enough rust on the spare tire, it's what gives it strength :)

[@jayasmrmore3687]

Lmao

[@rodneyjhackenflash4865]

Well, Chris, I switched from OEM recommended 87 fuel to 91 three years ago. 1. PERFORMANCE enhancement is incredible; way better than when new. 2. MPG went from almost 20 mpg to 23 mpg. Love your videos.

[@alanpenrose4736]

what car?

[@Littles13579]

I use shell v power nitro 93 bc of the cleaners in it instead of using 87.

[@inbredjesus9188]

They always run the car on empty and put as much as 4 dollars almost every time

[@AndrewPhillipsTech]

Not letting glow plugs heat before trying to start in diesel cars!

[@TwinPeaksIndustries]

Depends somewhat on the conditions. If the car is already warmed up or if its real warm outside it's not THAT important. That said, last winter I took my car to the mechanic after I almost couldn't get it to start after a night with -15°C outside, while it would still start just fine at about -12. Turned out that all 4 glow plugs were busted and he was quite confused that the engine would start at all (06 Mazda 6 2l Diesel)

[@andrewperera287]

The most common mistake car owners/drivers make is trusting every driver on the road not to be a dickhead. People are dumbasses, treat them as such

[@miss.g-shun-w]

You said it Andrew. When my dad was teaching me how to drive, one of the very first rules he drummed into my head was always drive for yourself and other drivers. Always anticipate their next move and I cannot tell you how many times that has saved me from trouble with a distracted driver or someone who just doesn't know the rules of driving.

[@VideoMenu]

+gshunw - Yes, learn to read traffic patterns and other driver's "body language". You can instantly spot a dumb driver by the way they brake and get startled at every little thing other drivers are doing. You can also know stupid drivers by the way they come up on slower traffic and don't naturally signal, change lanes, pass and resume at current speed. Instead they slow down, then realize "Oh, I don't like this speed." Signal, and then jump in front of you as you were trying to pass. And now you're behind a slow driver who before was going faster.

[@ddd228]

+Andrew Perera Yes. I'm surprised that cars don't crash more often!People on cell phones,putting on make up,eating tacos,getting blow jobs,etc.

[@ddd228]

+VideoMenu +1!!!!!I can see what that idiot will do B-4 they do it. I watch their head movements and which way the car in in the lane,off-center. I REALLY don't like to drive.I used to ride a motorcycle on the street. NO MORE!

[@wholeNwon]

+ddd228 I've seen ALL of those...some many times. You have to drive as though everyone around you is going to do what you least expect them to do and they are all trying to kill you.

[@donnie9001]

no non sense fillers, just straight into it, love it!

[@Marlon_J]

For tire pressure, should you use the recommendation on the inside of the door or what the tire manufacturer recommends?

[@FrasierLinde]

+Marlon Johnson The door, as it is specific to the vehicle. On the tire it lists the MAX pressure that the tire can handle, not the correct pressure for your vehicle.

[@kalijasin]

+Marlon Johnson That's for OEM tires. What the car comes with.

[@kalijasin]

These days people have oversized rims and tires. It totally throws off the geometry of the vehicle.

[@bblando65]

+Jason C. And for any aftermarket wheels and tires....doesn't matter if they are 60 series or 40 series tires, what the door card recommends is what pressure you run your tires at...so tired of idiots thinking thinner profile tires need more air..they don't....

[@IslamMoheisen]

+bblando65 yeah unless the tire is stretched which people tend to run higher pressures to prevent any debeading.

[@das250250]

Mistake 8.1 - @Chrisfix ---> make sure spare tyre rim is not rusted ,and to de rust and spray it with anti rust paint :-)

[@randyc5650]

+graham kaveman That was the worst spare tire rim I have ever seen and I have seen many left in the bed of a pickup exposed to the elements. But since this is ChrisFix he probably has a reason for it. Like, letting your spare tire rim rust severely will keep the tire from falling of the rim in a critical situation.

[@CarlTomasAlley]

+Randy C ... L O L ...

[@ZZZxRv]

+Randy C its natural weight reduction

[@berengerchristy6256]

iron oxide weighs more than pure iron per iron atom. learn2chemistry

[@JenMarco]

Can you make a video to tell these knuckleheads that the left lane is for passing only. People think as long as they are going the speed limit or more that it's OK to drive in the "fast" lane, it's actually a "passing" lane and its dangerous driving in that lane if you aren't going faster than the other lanes. Thank you!

[@FCFordLord]

Depends on the state, about 41 let you stay in the left lane and have no move right laws.

[@thannerrr]

It's common courtesy. Slow traffic keep right, so faster drivers don't have to engage in changing lanes simultaneously to pass people without common sense cruising 60 on the left lane.

[@nanothestrange]

in my state (south carolina) you can actually be ticketed for doing the speed limit in the left lane. you have to be at least 5-10 mph over.

[@trentryan27]

depends where ur driving, delaware doesn't have that law, left lane is normal traffic use

[@PolarArctica]

The other thing that grinds my gears is when people drive on the highway, going 10 MPH under the limit with 4 cars behind them, and they don't pull over. In Washington, you MUST pull over if you have that many cars behind you, but people don't do it.

[@skkfor]

Dude, your vids all rock. I entirely agree that just a little bit of time and attention goes a long way to stay safe and prevents catastrophic failure at 3AM on the side of the road. In a snowstorm. Uphill. Running from zombies. Seriously -thanks, my friend!