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Letting the car idle while you look around it will give you a good idea of the general health of the engine. The noise alone can tell you a lot, specifically about components such as the timing belt and battery. It should be smooth, level and stable, with no … See more

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Battery Health Check: 5 Ways to Look After Your Car’s Battery

WEBLoose cables or a defective charging system (e.g. faulty alternator). Inadequate maintenance. You should check the battery at the same interval as you check the oil – …

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What Causes Engine Corrosion and How Can You Avoid It

WEBHigh-temperature corrosion – if your car is running too hot, there’s a risk of oxidisation, which can lead to rust in some parts of the engine. High-temperature …

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Your Coolant and Antifreeze FAQs Answered Prestone

WEBWhen adding coolant/antifreeze, it’s important to ensure the engine has cooled before unscrewing the cap of the expansion tank as the coolant operates at around 90°C. If you …

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6 Ways to Break in a New Car Engine Redex

WEB2. Change Gear at a Low RPM. The break in process allows time for the engine and transmission to adjust to one another, so changing gear at a low RPM will …

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Car Doctor: 7 Signs That There’s Something Wrong with Your Car

WEBSmoke. Smoke is another big visual symptom, and again, its colour can help determine the problem. Clear smoke from the tailpipe isn’t a cause for concern, but any …

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5 Screen Wash Myths — Busted Prestone

WEBMyth 5: Antifreeze in screen wash is like coolant/antifreeze. Cars rely on two different antifreeze products — antifreeze in screen wash and coolant/antifreeze. Both …

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What is a Turbo Engine and How Does It Work

WEBHow Do They Work? Turbos are composed of a shaft with a turbine wheel on one end and a compressor wheel on the other. These are covered by a snail-shaped …

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Can Redex Cause Damage to My Car Redex Fuel Additives

WEBNo, Redex products are perfectly safe and will not cause any damage or impairment to your car. Redex products are specially formulated to provide a reliable engine-cleaning …

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How EGR works in a Diesel Engine Holts

WEBHolts Professional EGR & Carb Cleaner is designed to remove harmful deposits from both petrol carburettors and EGR systems in diesel cars. The powerful, …

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How Often Should I Use Redex Redex Fuel Additives

WEBRedex should be used regularly to keep your engine and fuel injectors performing at their best. Each product in the Redex range is developed and tested to ensure that there are …

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6 Ways to Protect Your Turbo Engine

WEBIn this guide, we look at six ways to protect your car’s turbo engine from harmful wear and tear, including maintenance advice and driving tips. 1. Regular Oil …

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How Do I Add Redex To My Car Redex Fuel Additives

WEBHow to Add Redex to Your Car. Step 1 – Detach your car’s fuel filler cap and remove the lid and protective seal from the Redex product. Step 2 – Insert the neck of the bottle into …

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Simple Ways to Improve Your Radiator’s Efficiency Prestone

WEBUse a Premium Coolant/Antifreeze. Adding a premium coolant/antifreeze to your car’s cooling system is one of the most effective ways to guarantee optimal radiator …

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How to Do a Coolant Flush Prestone

WEBPour Prestone Cooling System Flush into expansion tank and top up with water to the fill line. Then, run the engine for 45-60 minutes. Drain the system again, …

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What is the Best Engine Oil for My Car

WEBTaking 5W-30 as an example, let’s have a quick look at what this grade of oil offers in terms of engine protection. Firstly, the ‘5W’ means it has a cold temperature …

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The Pros and Cons of Premium vs Own-Brand Car Parts Redex

WEBPros. Quality materials – as you might assume, premium and OEM parts are made from the very best materials, so quality and performance are assured. Longer …

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How Different Eye Conditions Can Affect Your Driving Prestone

WEBThis can cause a range of symptoms, from migraines and dizziness to blackspots in your vision, and is very common while driving both at night and during the …

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Redex FAQs: Your Questions About Fuel Additives Answered

WEBYes, you can use Redex in any combustion engine. Our fuel additives are suitable for use in cars, vans, motorbikes, tractors or anything with a petrol or diesel …

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