You should never let anything come between your car and a good battery connection. If you want the day to come to a grinding halt in a hurry, driving with corroded battery posts is the way to do it. It takes only a millimeter of crunchy white residue to keep your car from starting.

Your car’s battery is the starting point (no pun intended) for every system it uses. This is because it’s used to start the car! The conditions surrounding your battery posts create the perfect breeding ground for nasty corrosion, which will appear as white, crusty residue around the battery posts. As the corrosion builds up, it becomes harder for your car to connect strongly with the battery. That’s why we need to get rid of it.

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There are many things that can cause your ABS light to come on. Some are serious, so you should never just ignore the light. But there are times when the light comes on and can be met with a simple solution. For instance, a dirty ABS wheel sensor can cause the system to trigger the ABS light during self evaluation. You’ll be shocked when you see how much road gunk can accumulate on this very important sensor.

Even if your ABS light hasn’t made an appearance, it’s a good idea to clean the sensor. A good time to do it would be during brake pad replacement when you have the wheels off anyway.

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Though many people think nothing of smoking in the car while they drive, this noticeable odor sticks around and can be a nuisance. Cigarette smoke clings to every surface it touches, and the smell can linger long after the cigarette is gone. Freshening up the smell of your vehicle and removing these unwanted odors requires little more than a little time and a few household materials.

1. Mix white vinegar and warm water in a bucket at a ratio of one part vinegar to two parts water.

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For car lovers, a bright, shiny finish on their machine is a must-have. And, few things frustrate that ambition more than a clean car with “water stains.” Many things can cause this, though the root cause is always the same. By itself, water won’t stain a car’s finish; rather it is the dissolved chemicals carried by the water. After it evaporates, the minerals remain behind. It’s possible to tackle the problem.

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