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