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How to check the engine oil level on a four-wheeled vehicle

Checking the oil level on a vehicle is a very important procedure to know how to do independently, especially when the oil light comes on because knowing …read all…
Posted on 14 May 2024 by ScegliAuto
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What to do if the oil warning light comes on in our vehicle?

The task of motor oil is to lubricate, cool, and clean our engine. To do all this, it needs a strong pressure that can be filtered or sprayed depending on the …read all…
Posted on 10 May 2024 by ScegliAuto
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Let's debunk seven myths about motor oil

In this video we will debunk some myths about motor oil: motor oil is used to prevent the moving parts of the engine from overheating and being able to work …read all…
Posted on 22 April 2024 by ScegliAuto
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How to change the oil in the Polaris Sportsman 570 2014

In this new guide of ours, we will describe all the necessary steps to correctly complete the oil change of your 2014 Polaris Sportsman 570. First of all, it …read all…
Posted on 24 March 2024 by ScegliAuto
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What are the differences between the various oils?

In this video we will see many of our doubts cleared up about multi-grade oils to be used in our engine: the numbers before and after the "W" indicate the …read all…
Posted on 19 March 2024 by ScegliAuto
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How to reset the oil service in the Mercedes Metris van?

In this tutorial, we can see how to reset the oil service in the Mercedes Metris van, an extremely simple and quick operation to be performed only after …read all…
Posted on 20 January 2024 by ScegliAuto
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How to drain the car's engine oil

The method of disposing of used motor oil from a car is the same for all vehicles. The first thing to do is always to lift the car in question and place a …read all…
Posted on 31 December 2023 by ScegliAuto
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How to reset the oil light on a Suzuki.

Resetting the oil light on a Suzuki car model is a very simple operation that can be done in a few minutes. After performing a service or a simple oil change, …read all…
Posted on 17 December 2023 by ScegliAuto
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What causes the motor oil to emulsify, forming the so-called "mayonnaise"?

In this video we can see what causes the oil in our car to emulsify, forming the so-called "mayonnaise" on the cap, a viscous whitish emulsion that, already …read all…
Posted on 11 December 2023 by ScegliAuto
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How to check the engine oil level of a Peugeot car?

In this video, we directly see Peugeot's suggestions for keeping the engine oil level under control. First, we park the vehicle on a flat surface and make sure …read all…
Posted on 1 November 2023 by ScegliAuto
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How to top up the oil

Performing an oil top-up on a vehicle is a very simple operation, which can be done in a single step. One of the easiest and most convenient tricks is to pour …read all…
Posted on 1 September 2023 by ScegliAuto
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The easiest way to top up the engine oil.

In this video, we see how to easily top up the motor oil if we find ourselves in need of doing so and do not have a funnel. In fact, we all know that pouring …read all…
Posted on 31 August 2023 by ScegliAuto
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Useful information to know about motor oil.

If we want to distinguish oil according to its fluidity and viscosity, we must refer to the SAE (which is the most commonly used) or ACEA table. When using the …read all…
Posted on 18 July 2023 by ScegliAuto
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How to reset the oil service on the Citroen Relay van?

Resetting the oil service in the Citroen Relay van is a very simple and quick operation, let's see how to proceed in this tutorial. Before doing this, make …read all…
Posted on 8 July 2023 by ScegliAuto
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How to reset the oil service in the Cadillac SRX?

As we can see in this tutorial, resetting the oil service in the Cadillac SRX is a very simple and quick operation. Before proceeding, make sure that you have …read all…
Posted on 8 July 2023 by ScegliAuto
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How to replace the engine oil and oil filter of the Geely Emgrand EC7?

In this guide, we will discover the necessary steps to perform routine maintenance on the Geely Emgrand EC7, specifically changing the engine oil and oil …read all…
Posted on 4 July 2023 by ScegliAuto
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How to replace the engine oil in a Lada car?

To replace the motor oil in any vehicle, it is essential to know the location of two elements: the oil pan and the oil filter. These are generally located …read all…
Posted on 23 June 2023 by ScegliAuto
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How to change the engine oil in the Lexus Rx 350?

If we own a Lexus Rx 350 and the engine oil light comes on, we can use this video to learn how to replace it. The procedure is not particularly complex but …read all…
Posted on 21 June 2023 by ScegliAuto
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How to replace the Datsun engine oil.

If we want to proceed with replacing the engine oil on this car model, in the description below we have collected all the useful indications to correctly …read all…
Posted on 17 June 2023 by ScegliAuto
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How to reset the service on the Aprilia Scarabeo.

If we have replaced the engine oil and filter on this model of motorcycle, we must then proceed to reset the service indicator light that has turned on on the …read all…
Posted on 10 June 2023 by ScegliAuto
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How to change the engine oil on Piaggio Beverly 300.

If we want to replace the motor oil on this scooter model, it may be useful to consult the description below and watch the video images where we will find the …read all…
Posted on 2 June 2023 by ScegliAuto
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How to reset the oil light on the Honda Sh 150.

We use the key to turn on the dashboard of the SH 125. We turn on the dashboard with the key (we don't need to start the engine). When the display of the …read all…
Posted on 3 May 2023 by ScegliAuto
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How to change the oil on the Keeway Cafe Racer 152.

Today, with the help of this short video tutorial, we will explain how to replace the motor oil of the Keeway Cafe Racer 152. The steps to follow are very easy …read all…
Posted on 2 May 2023 by ScegliAuto
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How to check the engine oil of your car

Checking the engine oil of your car is very simple, but there are some precautions to follow, such as in case of prolonged parking. You will need to open the …read all…
Posted on 27 April 2023 by ScegliAuto
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How to replace the engine oil of a 2003 Suzuki Bandit 600.

Replacing the engine oil of a 2003 Suzuki Bandit 600 is a very simple operation, and with the help of this short video, we will explain how to do it …read all…
Posted on 17 April 2023 by ScegliAuto
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Replacing the motor oil of the Suzuki GSR 600.

In this video, we will see how to change the motor oil on our Suzuki GSR 600. After presenting the necessary tools, before starting, it is necessary to bring …read all…
Posted on 16 April 2023 by ScegliAuto
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How to reset the service on Kymco.

If we have attempted to replace the engine oil and filter on this scooter model, in the description below we will find all the necessary information and steps …read all…
Posted on 14 April 2023 by ScegliAuto
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How to replace the engine oil on YAMAHA XMAX 250.

In this video tutorial we can see how to replace the engine oil on a YAMAHA XMAX 250. The first thing to do is to start the engine for a few minutes to warm it …read all…
Posted on 6 April 2023 by ScegliAuto
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How to check the oil level on a motorcycle?

If we need to check the oil level on a motorcycle, in the description below we will find the necessary information and instructions to perform this check, and …read all…
Posted on 31 March 2023 by ScegliAuto
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How to replace the engine oil in the Triumph T100?

The oil change on the Triumph T100 must be done with the engine warm. We start the motorcycle, wait for the engine to warm up, then turn it off and place it on …read all…
Posted on 31 March 2023 by ScegliAuto
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How to check the engine oil level?

In this tutorial we can see how to check the engine oil level in our car, an extremely simple and valid operation for most models. First of all let's make sure …read all…
Posted on 7 June 2023 by ScegliAuto
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Transforming your car into an electric vehicle may be possible

The electric retrofit allows the transformation of already existing endothermic engine vehicles into electric vehicles. The retrofit kit consists of an …read all…
Posted on 26 May 2023 by ScegliAuto
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What to do when the engine oil light comes on on your car dashboard.

In this video tutorial we can see what to do when the engine oil light comes on in the dashboard of the car. When the engine oil warning light comes on, it …read all…
Posted on 20 May 2023 by ScegliAuto
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What does the Mercedes A3 maintenance service include?

The coupons scheduled on the cars of the German company provide for different levels of maintenance and are divided into two categories: category A and …read all…
Posted on 10 April 2023 by ScegliAuto
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How to tell if the engine oil pressure sensor needs to be replaced

The engine oil pressure sensor is an extremely important component, it tells us precisely if the engine oil has the correct pressure inside the circuit. The …read all…
Posted on 14 November 2022 by ScegliAuto
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How to tell if you need to replace the oil

Lubricating oil is essential for the life of the engine, not only for the important lubrication function of the moving parts but also because it protects the …read all…
Posted on 12 November 2022 by ScegliAuto
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How to clean a chainsaw oil pump.

In this video you can see how you can clean the oil pump of a chainsaw. First you need to remove the chain cover to clean the bar and chain; you can degrease …read all…
Posted on 18 September 2022 by ScegliAuto
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How to reset the oil service in Suzuki XL7?

Resetting the Suzuki XL7 oil service is an extremely simple and fast operation, let's see how to proceed in this tutorial. Before doing this, we will need to …read all…
Posted on 10 December 2022 by ScegliAuto
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How to change the engine oil and oil filter of the Tata Ace - Magic

Today's guide will show us the procedure necessary to carry out the routine maintenance service, replacing the engine oil and the oil filter, of the Tata Ace, …read all…
Posted on 14 September 2022 by ScegliAuto
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How to replace engine oil on Genesis V8?

In order to replace the engine oil on the Genesis V8 it is essential to remove the used oil. In this car model, the oil sump is hidden by a protective panel …read all…
Posted on 9 December 2022 by ScegliAuto
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How to change the engine oil in the Tata Ace?

The type of engine oil to be used in the Tata Ace must have a viscosity coefficient of 15W40. Get a 3-liter canister before starting work. It is also good to …read all…
Posted on 3 August 2022 by ScegliAuto
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How to replace Mazda Bongo engine oil and oil filter

Let's find out the main steps that will allow us to carry out the routine maintenance service, replacing the Mazda Bongo engine oil and oil filter. First of …read all…
Posted on 1 June 2022 by ScegliAuto
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What does it mean when the engine oil warning light comes on?

Usually when we turn on the ignition and do not turn on the engine of our car, the oil pressure light stays on but when we go to start the engine the light …read all…
Posted on 12 May 2024 by ScegliAuto
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How to change the oil of the Fiat Premier

Despite its years, the Fiat Premier is still today one of the most characteristic and loved cars of its era. To ensure its maximum efficiency it is important …read all…
Posted on 24 April 2024 by ScegliAuto
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Knowing when to change the car's engine oil

In this video tutorial you can see when you need to change your car's engine oil. First of all in old vehicles where there is no on-board computer to …read all…
Posted on 20 April 2024 by ScegliAuto
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How to check the oil level of your car

Regularly checking the level of the engine oil in the relative tank is very important as it allows to top up it in a timely manner and therefore also to avoid …read all…
Posted on 5 April 2024 by ScegliAuto
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How to change Grand Voyager engine oil

Let's see how to replace the Chrysler Grnd Voyager oil and filter. We lift the vehicle with a special jack, remove the lower engine cover and locate the oil …read all…
Posted on 30 March 2024 by ScegliAuto
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How to change the engine oil of a gasoline Ford.

In this guide we will go to see what are the operations required for changing the oil on a Ford Focus. To start we open the hood by inserting the key in the …read all…
Posted on 26 March 2024 by ScegliAuto
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How to reset the oil change light on Ford Ford F350

The guide shows you how to reset the oil change light on the 2017 Ford F350. This is done quickly and easily using the steering wheel controls. In fact, with …read all…
Posted on 22 March 2024 by ScegliAuto
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How to replace the oil pressure bulb.

In order to replace the oil pressure sensor of a car, we must first understand where it is located, in fact this oil pressure sensor is usually hooked to the …read all…
Posted on 12 March 2024 by ScegliAuto

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How to open the bonnet of the Volkswagen Polo

Let's see in this short and simple guide the instructions that will allow us to open the bonnet of the Volkswagen Polo. First of all we open the front door, on the driver's side, and start pulling the opening lever of the engine hood, in order to open the lock; then let's move to the front of the vehicle and unhook the tab that we find on the central part, above the manufacturer's emblem, as shown in the video. At this point we block the bonnet with the lateral rod; then we accompany the bonnet down to close it again!

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