How to replace the brake master cylinder?

A brake master cylinder is one of the most crucial components of a vehicle’s brake system. But, how do you know you need a new master cylinder? The most common indication that your brake component needs replacing is the worn seals that leave a trail to follow. This trail is nothing but the brake fluid which may lead to future car problems.

If you think your vehicle needs a brake master cylinder replacement, follow the brake troubleshooting checklist grounded by the experts of the renowned dealers that delivers Spare Parts for Hyundai Amica, Jsk Automotive.

Materials Required

New Brake Master Cylinder Kit	Socket Set
Brake Fluid	Protective Latex Gloves
Line Wrenches	Safety Glasses
Show Towels	Screwdriver
Open End or Box Wrenches	Soap and Water

 Step 1: Before you start unscrewing the cylinder, try to remove as much fluid as possible from the main brake cylinder. To extract brake fluid from the master cylinder, use Turkey Baster.

Step 2: Now start removing various components that lead directly to the master cylinder. Carefully remove all the tubes and components like brake booster vacuum hose so that you can easily reach the master cylinder.

Step 3: Now, search where a fluid level sensor is. It is generally located on the plastic reservoir. Locate and unplug it.

Step 4: With the help of line wrench, crack open the brake lines, with the brake master cylinder still secured to the brake booster. There are approximately 4 brake lines connected to the master cylinder. Tighten them once again to avoid any leakage or spillage.

Step 5: Now unscrew each bolt that secures the master cylinder to the brake booster. Your new master cylinder will already have a reservoir, so you need to remove the old one.  But, before you pull out the old master cylinder, make sure you have prepped up your new cylinder.

Step 6: Finally using the vice, secure the new master cylinder in place. Once the new master cylinder is installed, add new brake fluid and bleed the brakes.

How to Install New Spark Plugs?

What do Spark Plugs do in a Car?

The spark plug is basically a small electric gadget that is plugged into your engine's cylinder head, where it "sparks" to ignite the fuel. The spark plug is attached to the ignition coil through which it creates high voltage needed to spark the fuel and generate combustion within your engine. Faulty spark plugs mean no spark to ignite the fuel, therefore no combustion.

How To Install New Spark Plugs?

Buy a perfect set of replacement plugs: You can either refer to your vehicle's owner manual or an auto parts related booklet at the auto parts store that have all the vital information about your vehicle's make and model and the year of manufacture. There is an array of different combinations of spark plugs and measurements, made of metals like platinum, yttrium, and iridium, etc. Spark plugs made of precious metals like platinum and iridium are slightly expensive than ones made of lesser metals like copper since they have high melting points and can survive up to 100,000 miles. So choose wisely!

If you are not certain about what type to buy, talk to Jsk Automotive for original equipment plugs, who also deals in reliable and high-end Spare Parts For Hyundai I-20.

Clean the area around the threads before installing new spark plugs: When you are inserting new spark plugs, take a good look at the wires for any visible signs of wear and tear and clean up the area around the wire terminal carefully and with caution. You can use a thin wire brush or compressed air to clean the area around the wire connection and make sure the port is clean. Replace the wires if necessary.

Plug new spark plugs and secure them with a ratchet: With the spark plug socket, unscrew each plug from the engine and replace each with a brand new spark plug. Tighten the plugs a bit, but don't over tighten them too much as you can easily strip the thread on the head of the engine and those repairs are way too costly and time-consuming.

Lubricate the plugs prior to installing: Put a small amount of anti-seize lubricant on the plug threads if you are plugging them in an aluminum engine. This lubricant will prevent any sort of reaction between dissimilar metals. You can also apply a small amount of dielectric silicone compound on the inside of the spark plug wire boot so that they can be easily removed in the future.

How to Protect Your Car from Road Salt Damage?

Road salt is commonly found in those states or countries where temperature drop below 0° and the drivers not only had to deal with freezing winter temperatures and warming up their cars in the morning but also stroll their cars through rigid road ice. The same chemical reaction between ice and salt that creates rich and delicious ice cream also keeps our roads free of stubborn and risky ice during the cold winter months.

While road salting is hugely beneficial and convenient for melting ice off the roads, it is also packed with certain drawbacks. It can cause severe body and undercarriage damage to your vehicle unless you are following recommended tips and tricks curated by the experts of JSK Automotive, Importer of Hyundai Car Parts.

Wax your car: As the winter approaches, start waxing up your car. Though the undercarriage is the place most prone to rusting, giving your whole vehicle a good coat of wax before severe winter conditions begin is a great step towards safeguarding your vehicle against any form of road salt damage.

Steer clear of puddles and plow trucks: Puddles tend to hold a maximum amount of salt due to the accumulation of larger chunks of ice there. Driving behind the plow trucks means you'll be the first one to go through the first layer of salt.

Prepare your car's undercarriage: Numerous repair shops offer an oil solution pre-treatment that can be applied on your vehicle's exposed and damage prone parts. Spray a good amount of oil on your vehicle's undercarriage as the oil will prevent salt and water from sticking to your vehicle's metal parts.

Wash your vehicle after a snow shower: In case, your car has been out while it was snowing or you are hit by a snow storm, wash your car thoroughly and get the salt off as soon as possible.

Use an under spray: A good wash up of your car will only clean the exterior and not the undercarriage, which should be paid utmost attention. Either opt for a drive through car wash or a hand wash that sprays under the vehicle.

All-weather carpets: Once inside the car, you make sure to get warm up as soon as possible. But the time when you are warming up, the salt and snow on your shoes are melting right into your carpet. The perfect and the best solution to this is to lay out all weather carpets inside your car and peel them off before spring.