Parts

09/03/2021

How to prepare your car for spring after winter use?

What a great time spring. Bright gentle sun, joyful trills of birds and of course down with winter clothes and hello a short skirt. But the guys should take care of their iron horse. Drive after a long winter the car must be prepared for the spring. It is necessary to bring all components and assemblies into conformity after work in severe winter conditions. What should you pay attention to?

What should you pay attention to first of all?

There is a misconception among motorists that if the battery has worked for you with truth and faith all winter, then there will definitely not be any troubles in the warm season. But it is important to take into account that in winter the battery worked at its limit. Therefore, first of all, it is necessary to inspect the terminals for the presence of an oxidation reaction.

Every experienced driver knows that a detailed inspection of the engine is included in the preparations for the spring. After all, it lends itself to regular temperature changes throughout the entire cold period. Parts made of plastic and rubber are subject to the greatest destruction. Such malfunctions provoke oil or antifreeze leakage.

Another of the most important systems is braking. It also needs to be examined first. It is necessary to change the hoses that are cracked and add brake fluid. Don’t miss the need to wash your fuel tank. Many people make a mistake and forget about such a necessity. This can lead to a malfunction of the entire system, which in turn negatively affects the safety of a person in a car.

And of course one of the most important is the braking system

It also needs to be examined first. It is necessary to change the hoses that are cracked and add brake fluid. Don’t miss the need to wash your fuel tank. Many people make a mistake and forget about such a necessity. This can lead to a malfunction of the entire system, which in turn negatively affects the safety of a person in a car.

In winter, municipal services use chemical reagents on the roads to ensure traffic. In this regard, with the arrival of heat, it is necessary to thoroughly wash the car in order to get rid of all kinds of dust and dirt, even in small cracks. Places with damaged paint should be treated with a special agent to prevent corrosion. It is better to paint the chips. Otherwise, the metal will collapse and more serious repairs will be required.

Be very careful on the very first trips as the roads are still slippery

Pay attention to how the car behaves on the road. Spring can bring many surprises on the tracks. If you feel that the car “leads” to the side at speed, this is most likely a sign that it is necessary to adjust the wheel alignment. This procedure is necessary if you observe significant steering play. All these are signs of the effects of winter.

If you have been using the car for a long time, replacement parts cannot be avoided. And so that it is not too frequent, it is better to buy original parts. All parts are linked to the VIN-code of a particular car, and each has an article – a unique alphanumeric number. Usually it is embossed directly on the parts, but after some time it may change due to modernization.

If you do everything correctly and carefully when preparing your car, you will save yourself from unpleasant surprises that may arise at the most inopportune moment. Here you can choose everything you need among a variety of high-quality, certified parts and assemblies. We guarantee the high quality of all products, which is a guarantee of uninterrupted and reliable operation of your car all year round.

Parts Automotive Cars

08/03/2021

What is the best parking sensor for your car?

Parktronic allows you to quickly and easily park your car in tight spaces. Sensors built into the bumper send a signal that reflects off objects. Based on the speed at which the signal returns, the system calculates the distance to obstacles and informs the driver.

How is parking sensors installed?

On average, the installation of parking sensors takes 2-3 hours (depending on the number of installed sensors, video cameras). Markings are made on the bumper where the sensors will stand (the distance between the sensors should be 35 – 40 cm, height 50 cm from the surface of the asphalt). Holes are made in the bumper according to the markings.

The sensors are inserted, the edges are treated with a sealant (if desired, the sensors are painted in the color of the bumper The sensors are connected to the electrical control unit and to the reverse gear system. The display is installed in the interior. The electrical control unit is fixed in the luggage compartment. All the wiring is hidden under the finishing material.

The electrical control unit is fixed in the luggage compartment. All the wiring is hidden under the finishing material. The masters of our auto shop have extensive experience in installing parking radars on different cars. They will accurately and quickly put parking sensors on your car.

Which parking sensor is better to choose?

First of all, the choice of parking sensors depends on the car model. On a small car, it is enough to install 2 sensors on the rear bumper and, if desired, on the front one. For a crossover, it is necessary to install at least 4 sensors on the rear bumper and supplement with a video camera – then the viewing angle will be maximum.

The more sensors are installed on the bumper

The more they block the viewing angle. The result is no blind spots. There are also parking sensors in the form of an electromagnetic tape, which is glued to the inner surface of the bumper and guarantees you a complete absence of blind spots.

There are a number of tools for parts that are under the hood. These are various engine compartment cleaners that can get rid of greasy oil stains, bitumen stains and abrasive deposits from brake pads. There is a special spray that protects the engine compartment from corrosion. This is a kind of varnish with the ability to repel water, which does not harm other surfaces. There is also a special carburetor spray. Its use can clean the surface of the carburetor and its internal elements (valves, channels and jets) from various contaminants. In this case, you do not need to disassemble the part.

We will help you choose the optimal parking system and install it on your car. We can also install a rear or front view camera straight away for maximum viewing angle. If you choose a parking sensor with a display, we will install the display so that it is convenient for you to look at it and at the same time the screen fits harmoniously into the interior of the car. If you are in doubt about which parking sensors to buy, call us – we will advise you on the features of different systems.

Auto Parts Automotive

08/03/2021

How to choose the right car seat for your child?

If you drive a car and have a child, then a child car seat is an essential part of all trips. This is not just a comfortable seat, but reliable protection for your baby in an accident, during sudden maneuvers and braking. A quality car seat protects your child and allows him to develop properly.

What do parents face when choosing?

The first thing parents face when they decide to buy a child car seat is which one to choose among such a wide variety. After all, the chair must first of all be safe and reliable. Today, many manufacturers present child car seats on the market. And among such a variegated variety, it is not surprising to get confused in the choice. When buying a car seat for a child, you must adhere to several important rules.

First of all, when choosing a car seat for a child, it is necessary to take into account his age. According to age categories, car seats are divided into classes: Group “0” – armchairs that are similar in design to a cradle. They have a convenient carrying handle and are designed for babies up to one year old; Group “1” and “2” – are classic car seats for children.

Group “1” and “2” – are classic car seats for children. They have a durable shock-resistant body, a higher headrest and comfortable side parts. Such chairs have been developed for children from 9 months to 4 years old, respectively, and children 3 – 9 years old; Group “3” – car seats designed for children 6 – 12 years old. They can be represented as a regular car seat or a seat without a backrest.

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But when choosing a car seat, you can come across completely different models designed for the same age. Therefore, when buying a chair, it is important to take into account, in addition to age, the height and weight of the child.

Design and comfort seat comfort

It is very important that the child feels comfortable in the car seat. Your trip will be safer if your child feels good and does not distract you from the road. Now you can easily purchase a chair with an anatomical seat, comfortable armrests and an orthopedic insert. There are also models with a table that serves as a belt and with a device for legs.

Which chair to choose for your baby depends on many factors. For example, if a baby is a newborn, it is necessary to start unambiguously with a bassinet chair, and only then purchase another chair. If you bought a car when the child is already rather big, you can consider purchasing a universal car seat. For a car seat, safety and reliability should come first. Therefore, all models have the necessary certificates and meet the highest international standards. All car seats have passed independent crash tests.

Auto Parts Automotive Shop

12/01/2021

How to find out the part number for your car?

Who should you contact first?

To find out if the part number that interests you has changed, you need to contact either a service center or a company that specializes in the delivery of customized auto parts. You can find the required part: by the VIN-code of the car, on the electronic base, by catalog number.If your machine is not new, the corresponding parts must be ordered online.

Using the electronic base of articles, you can find out the number of a certain part by entering the VIN code of the car into the search engine. You can buy a disc with this database, but the information it contains will become outdated over time. Any auto part can be identified by VIN-code.

On the websites of online stores, using the search service, you can find parts by make and year of manufacture of the car. But do not forget to clarify the relevance of such information. Non-original spare parts also have numbers and markings. Therefore, one must be able to distinguish analogs from fakes: the latter can be significantly inferior to duplicates in quality.

Why is the part number from the catalog useful?

There are situations when you need a catalog number for a particular part. Indeed, there are many brands and models of cars in the world, therefore, even experienced car owners do not always manage to find the necessary spare part, focusing only on the brand. A catalog number is a unique article assigned to a part by the development company of a particular model. If you know him, it will be easy to find the right parts.

What other search options are there?

Among its many methods, the most popular is Internet search: it does not require either financial costs or special skills. You just browse the catalogs and look for the parts you want. By shopping this way, you avoid tedious trips to car markets and specialty stores. Yes, delivery is usually paid, but what a time saving! You can also find the necessary spare part by VIN-code.

As you read the VIN, pay attention to the first three characters. The very first of them denotes the country of manufacture, the second denotes the enterprise where the car was manufactured, and the third denotes its type (passenger or truck). Having chosen a specific online store, be sure to check if its catalog contains a complete description of the parts you need. If it is, then feel free to order them. You can return the product to the store until the final order.