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How to Repair Your Car (Motorbooks Workshop Series)

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The Roadside Tool Kit

Even if you keep your car in perfect shape, things can still go wrong on the road. To make sure you can handle most automotive breakdowns, keep a roadside tool kit in your trunk.

Duct tape
First aid kit
Flashlight (test the batteries regularly)
Gloves
Ice scraper
Jack and jack stand
Jumper cables
Motor oil (1 quart)
Pliers
Screwdrivers (flat-head and Phillips-head)
Socket set
Spare tire
Starter cables
Tire iron (and a hollow pipe to fit snugly over its handle)
Wrench (adjustable)
Wheel chocks (wedges to lodge under the wheels of the car to stop it from moving)

It’s also a good idea to have a cell phone when you’re driving so you can call for help if necessary. If you’re going on a long drive, also bring along some extra water.

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