From choosing an insurance policy to performing basic maintenance and repair, Auto Upkeep presents the information you need to know in an easy-to-follow format with hundreds of detailed pictures and drawings. This straightforward consumer guide will help keep you safe and save you thousands of dollars. Now in its completely updated second edition, Auto Upkeep also includes new chapters with information on basic tools, repair facilities, roadside emergencies, and hybrid vehicles.
Chapter 1 – Introduction and How Cars Work
Chapter 2 – Buying an Automobile
Chapter 3 – Automotive Expenses
Chapter 4 – Repair Facilities
Chapter 5 – Safety Around the Automobile
Chapter 6 – Basic Tools
Chapter 7 – Auto Care and Cleaning
Chapter 8 – Fluid Level Check
Chapter 9 – Electrical System
Chapter 10 – Lubrication System
Chapter 11 – Fuel System
Chapter 12 – Cooling System and Climate Control
Chapter 13 – Ignition System
Chapter 14 – Suspension, Steering, and Tires
Chapter 15 – Braking System
Chapter 16 – Drivetrain
Chapter 17 – Exhaust and Emission System
Chapter 18 – Alternative Fuels and Designs
Chapter 19 – Automotive Accessories
Chapter 20 – Common Problems and Roadside Emergencies 
