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How can I jumpstart my car?

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Step-by-step instructions to jumpstart your car

There might be quite a few scenarios where you end up in a situation where have to jumpstart your car. Maybe you just left your headlights on or your battery just drained for some reason and you will have to jumpstart a car. To jumpstart a car, you have to use jumper cables to jump-start it from some other good vehicle. As long as you establish a proper connection between the two vehicles, more often than not, the Good Samaritan’s vehicle should be able to charge up your battery and start your car. Continue reading to learn more about the step-by-step instructions to jumpstart your car, presented to you by Auto Simple in Chattanooga, TN.

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Video showing how to replace your car’s brake pads and rotors

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How to change your car’s brake pads and rotors?

Several parts of your car require frequent and timely maintenance and replacements. Brake pads and rotors are two of the most prominent parts of your vehicle that requires to be checked in fixed intervals. Common signs to identify your brakes need replacement are: squeaking or squealing noise while applying brakes, pulsation from the brake pedal, deep grinding metal sound, or when the steering wheel becomes shaky. It’s always better to be safe than sorry. We, at Auto Simple in Chattanooga, TN, always recommend that you regularly check and replace your car’s brake pads, rotors, and other hardware before any such discrepancies are being noticed. Watch the video below, to learn the general steps for replacing your vehicle’s brake pads, rotors, and hardware.

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What are the best parks and tourist attractions near Chattanooga, TN?

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Top 5 places to visit in Chattanooga, TN

Chattanooga is a city set alongside the Tennessee River, in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. There are quite a few places in Chattanooga, TN, which are ideal tourist destinations. Let us have a look at the top 5 places to visit near the Chattanooga area, presented to you by Auto Simple in Chattanooga, TN.

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Make Sure Your Vehicle is Ready for All of Your Summer Road Trips!

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How to Prepare Your Vehicle for a Road Trip

When it reaches summertime, many people like to go on as many vacations as they can while the weather is warm, and the kids are out of school. A popular form of vacation that many people like to go on, is a road trip. While it’s good to prepare for any vacation, it’s even more important to prepare for a road trip since you’ll be putting several miles on your car and facing different terrains, weather patterns, and more. Below, we have shared a video that shows you how to prepare your vehicle for a road trip! Check it out so you can be 100% ready for your first road trip of the season!

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Step-By-Step Guide to Fixing a Chipped Windshield

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How Do I Fix My Car’s Chipped Windshield?

So, you’re driving down the road when suddenly a small rock hits your windshield and leaves a chip. Before you panic about having to spend a lot of money on a new windshield, we are here to tell you that you can fix this yourself. If the chip is smaller than a quarter, you can fix it yourself with a windshield repair kit. Today, we will be taking you through the steps it takes to fix your car’s chipped windshield. Keep reading to start learning!

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What Should I do with My Old Car?

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Where Can I Sell My Used Car in Cleveland, TN?

When you’re getting ready to upgrade your vehicle, the excitement of trying something new is exciting. However, you might not know what to do with your old car. While you might have a new driver you can give it to while they learn the ropes of the road, not everyone does. The best thing you can do is sell your car! If you aren’t sure where you can sell your used car in Cleveland, TN, come visit us at Auto Simple! Otherwise, keep reading to learn more!  

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Want to Give Your Car a Facelift? Learn How To Do Your Own Automotive Paint Job Right Here from Auto Simple in Chattanooga TN

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How To DIY: Paint Your Own Car Without Making a Mess

Have you ever looked out into your garage and wondered when your car’s paint job became so drab? Do you wish you could liven things up a little without having to spend an arm and a leg getting your car’s paint job redone by a professional? Well, if you have, then you’re going to want to check out this how to video that shows you how to paint your own car without making a mess. You – and your car – will be glad you did.

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Is the Spirits in the Wild Festival Coming Back to the Chattanooga Zoo for 2021?

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Spirits in the Wild at Chattanooga Zoo on May 15

We haven’t had a lot to celebrate over the last year, but that’s all changing now that we’ve got a vaccine to combat the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. And that means we’ve got things to celebrate one again – things like the Spirit in the Wild Festival at the Chattanooga Zoo. But when exactly is the Spirits in the Wild Festival at the Chattanooga Zoo? And just how much fun is the Spirits in the Wild Festival at the Chattanooga Zoo? We’re going to figure all of that out right here as we take a look at what’s all going down during Spirits in the Wild at the Chattanooga Zoo in May 15.

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Avoid One of the Costliest Car Repairs with this Transmission Check Video

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Watch Now: Check Your Transmission Like a Pro

Automotive maintenance and service isn’t cheap – even the routine tasks such as changing your oil and rotating your tires require more than a few dollars. But one of the most expensive automotive repairs is replacing your transmission. When facing this task, many actually decide to just purchase a different vehicle and put the old one out to pasture – in which case, we should remind everyone that we buy any and all cars here at Auto Simple in Chattanooga, TN. But avoiding costly transmission maintenance can be done as long as you make sure to keep an eye on things. And that leads us to our main question – how do you keep an eye on your transmission? Well, we’re going to figure that out right here with help from this how-to video.

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How-To Guide: Enjoying Everything Chattanooga TN Has to Offer While Staying Safe and Socially Distanced

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Tips and Tricks to Enjoying Chattanooga During the Pandemic

The COVID-19 vaccine is here and we’re finally rounding the corner on the ongoing pandemic that has changed our lives in so many ways. That means we’re almost back to normal – or, at least, as normal as we’re going to get following the COVID-19 pandemic. But we’re not there yet, which means we need to continue to be careful and continue to do everything we can to keep ourselves and everyone around us safe. Thankfully, the Chattanooga Area Convention & Visitors Bureau has released a guide detailing easy to follow tips and tricks to safely enjoying everything Chattanooga, TN, has to offer during the pandemic. So, let’s get right down to it, put on our masks, ensure we’re staying 6 feet apart from each other, and find out how we can enjoy the sights and sounds of Chattanooga all while staying safe.

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