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Car Basic Mechanics

The document discusses basic car mechanics and maintenance, encouraging drivers to learn essential skills like checking oil, changing tires, and jump-starting a car. It includes a personal account from Mike Sullivan, who emphasizes the importance of self-sufficiency in car repairs to save time and money. The document also features vocabulary matching and comprehension questions to reinforce learning.

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Car Basic Mechanics

The document discusses basic car mechanics and maintenance, encouraging drivers to learn essential skills like checking oil, changing tires, and jump-starting a car. It includes a personal account from Mike Sullivan, who emphasizes the importance of self-sufficiency in car repairs to save time and money. The document also features vocabulary matching and comprehension questions to reinforce learning.

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Car Basic Mechanics & Maintenance

Part 1 – Discussion

→ Discuss with a partner:

1. Have you ever had a car problem or breakdown? What happened?

2. Do you know how to check oil, change a tire, or jump-start a car?

3. Why do you think many people avoid learning about car maintenance?

Part 2 – Reading: "Things Every Driver Should Know"

(by Mike Sullivan, Car Enthusiast & DIY Mechanic)

"To be honest, I didn’t grow up knowing much about cars. But after paying hundreds of dollars for simple repairs,
I decided to start learning the basics. You’d be surprised how many common car issues you can handle yourself
with a little patience and a YouTube tutorial.

The first thing I learned was how to check and change the oil. It’s easier than people think — you just need to
locate the oil dipstick, check the level, and make sure the oil isn’t dirty. Changing it takes about 30 minutes once
you get the hang of it.

Then there’s tire care — knowing how to check the tire pressure and inflate the tires properly is crucial,
especially before long trips. I also learned how to change a flat tire, which is a lifesaver when roadside assistance
takes forever.

Another useful skill is jump-starting a car. If your battery dies, all you need are jumper cables and a second car.
It’s simple, but you have to connect the cables in the right order.

Of course, there are things I still leave to professionals, like brake pad replacement or anything related to the
transmission. But for basic stuff — checking fluids, changing windshield wipers, or replacing a dead battery —
doing it myself has saved me a lot of time and money.

My advice? Start small. Learn where everything is under the hood. Read your car manual. Watch
tutorials. The more comfortable you get, the less dependent you’ll be on expensive repairs for simple
problems."

Part 3 – Reading Comprehension

Answer the questions in complete sentences.

1. What made Mike start learning about car repairs?

2. What’s the first maintenance skill he learned?

3. Why does Mike say tire care is crucial?

4. What advice does Mike give for jump-starting a car?

5. What repairs does he still leave to professionals?

6. What’s his final piece of advice for beginner car owners?

7. Do you agree with Mike that car owners should learn basic repairs? Why or why not
Part 4 – Vocabulary Matching

Match the car part with its correct definition:

Word Definitions

A) Radiator 1) Cables used to connect a dead battery to a live one

B) Oil Dipstick 2) Supplies electrical power to start the car

C) Brake Pads 3) Engine part that helps cool the engine down

D) Trunk (Boot) 4) Blades used to clear rain or dirt from the windshield

E) Jumper Cables 5) Parts that press against the wheel to slow or stop the car

F) Windshield Wipers 6) Tool used to measure the amount of oil in the engine

G) Battery 7) The back storage compartment of a car

H) Tire Pressure Gauge 8) Tool used to check how much air is in the tires

Part 5 - Look at the pictures and number the car parts

Picture 1.
boot ___
brake light ___
exhaust pipe ___
flare ___
fuel tank ___
jack ___
jumper cables ___
lug wrench ___
muffler ___
number plate ___
Picture 1
rear defroster ___
rear window ___
reversing light ___
spare tyre ___
tail light ___
transmission ___

Picture 2

Picture 2. air filter ___ alternator ___ battery ___ dipstick ___ engine ___
fan belt ___ fuel injection system ____ radiator ___ radiator hose ___
spark plug__

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