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Yes, you're probably familiar with how to operate your car. You might not have read the manual, though! You know how to use the wipers, AC, radio, and warning lights - which isn't too bad considering it can take hours to go through every page of that thing. One crucial thing about cars is being able to change tires when needed. There are some easy but entirely life-changing tricks you need when there's an emergency or if something just won't stop bothering you - no matter what it is, we've got a solution for you. Here are some things everyone should try out at least once because they'll make your life so much easier.
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Hot Water & A Plunge For Dents.
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Foggy headlights.
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Opening Your Keyring With A Staple Remover.
You don't have to break your nails trying to fit a new set of keys onto your bulky metal keychain. Simply peel the ends off with a staple remover and slide them in! It's so easy we're sure you've wondered why you hadn't thought of it sooner.
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Prepare for the worst before it happens.
Planning ahead of time? We guess you've always got an emergency kit in your trunk - with items such as oil, a funnel, a rag, a flashlight, and whatnot. Add a shower caddy to securely store these things so they won't slide around inside your trunk when you need them and so that other items don't get dirty while they're there.
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Use Pool Noodles To Prevent Car Dings.
Don't deny it - you've banged your car into your garage door more times than you care to admit! Rather than repeatedly hitting the paint, attach a pool noodle cut in half and connect at eye level near where the door swings open using brackets. It doesn't matter if they're bolted or secured with command strips - as long as they're firmly attached, you and your car will be protected from further damage.
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Need a Trash Bin? Reuse Cereal Bins.
We often throw away small bits of trash without any second thought. If you're not careful, the smell could stay in your car forever. So just get a trash can - it solves this problem! You don't need to buy something new; use plastic cereal containers. Put down a plastic bag so you can compact the trash and quickly seal up odors from escaping.
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Reduce Glare With A Tinted Plastic Sheet.
We've all been there: you've forgotten your sunglasses, it's getting dark, and you're heading west. But what do you do now? There is a solution for that too! All you need to do is cut out the back of an old magazine or newspaper and attach it to your windshield. It will stick on static electricity and easily peel off when it's done! Plus, if things look brighter in the morning, just peel off the paper, so nothing's left behind.
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Lessen frost on your windshield with this simple hack.
This may look like a strange superstition, but it's pretty easy and logical. Simply parking your car in the morning so that the window faces east will allow the sun to already start working its magic and melt away frost from even the most stubborn areas of your windshield. If you leave for work when the sun rises- there won't be any need to wait around for the defroster because by then, all ice will have melted!
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Extend your key's range by holding them up against your head.
Yes, it really does work! We know how absurd this sounds. If your keys have limited range, position them under your chin and press the button again; some of the fluid in your head will likely impact the signal's range. Try it out for yourself if you don't believe us!
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Long Ride With A Messy Kid? MagnaDoodle Got You Covered.
Driving long distances with a young child doesn't always go smoothly. They're messy and easily bored - it seems like an impossible feat to keep them entertained the whole way there! Luckily, if you happen to own a Magna Doodle, it could be your key to success. Not only are they one of the most entertaining toys for children, but many people don't know that they can also double as a tray table for kids, so no food gets spilled everywhere while eating!
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Clean Your Wheels With Cola.
You've likely heard the phrase use cola to clean this a million times, but a cola and dish detergent mix can remove all the road filth, brake dust from your rims, and leave them sparkling. People concerned about any sticky residue caused by the soda don't need to worry because soap helps prevent it.
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You Can Use Pantyhose As A Temporary Fix For Your Broken Fan Belt.
It may seem outlandish, but if you're stranded with no other option for your broken fan belt, it might be worth braving the heat and using a spare pair of hoses as a temporary fix to get yourself back home.
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Use Nail Polish On Small Scratches.
It's usually not worth the money to repair your car's exterior when it has only a small scratch or chip. The disadvantage is that you will be driving around with unattractive scrapes on your vehicle. We're sure you had no idea you could do it yourself! It only takes a dab of nail polish. If you can reasonably closely match the color of your automobile, a slight touch of nail polish will disguise the scratches well enough that no one will notice them unless they are looking for them.
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De-ice the locks of your car with hand sanitizers.
If you've ever had frozen locks on your car door, then you understand how difficult it can be to unfreeze them. You might not have guessed it, but hand sanitizer is the answer. Though pouring something into a damaged lock may seem paradoxical, the alcohol in the solution will melt the ice and allow you to turn the key. It'll work just as well in your car using your hands.
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Keep Your Seats Buckled On Hot Days.
Trying to buckle your seatbelt on a hot day is a dangerous game. Any metal part of your car exposed to sunlight and heat may irritate your skin, but you can avoid the seatbelt issue by buckling it before exiting and leaving it until the next time you enter. It won't get warm enough to burn if the sun can't reach it!
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Use Over-The-Door Shoe Racks for Backseat Organization.
This one is beneficial if you have children: All backseat requirements, like sippy cups, toys, chargers, and snacks, may be stored in a simple over-the-door shoe rack. All pockets are easily accessible and can be accessed without taking off your child's seatbelt or unbuckling him/her from their seat. They're also far more visible at a glance than pouches that come standard with specific minivan seats.
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Window Chips? Clear Nail Polish Could Help.
If you have a crack or chip in your windshield, it could hurt your driving - so take action immediately. If you can't afford a new one, just add a few drops of clear nail polish to the affected area and seal it up - this should protect against further cracks while looking for other alternatives.
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You can use rubber bands as phone holders.
It's inconvenient when you need to glance at your GPS but don't have a co-pilot to hold it up for you and don't have one of that window or air vent holders to hold your phone (potentially dangerous). It's pretty simple to achieve the same effect with a rubber band. Just loop it through some vents on your center console and around the top and bottom of your phone, and the tension will keep it in place.
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Easy way to cool down a hot car.
Have you ever been in a stuffy, heavily heated car and felt like it was impossible to breathe? One way to combat this feeling is by rolling the windows down and opening up one of the doors—then quickly closing it again. This allows much fresh air to flow into your vehicle while expelling all that stale, hot air.
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The Nanotech Car Scratch Remover Cloth.
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Use Scented Wax Cubes As Air Fresheners.
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Check Your Tire's State With A Penny.
The following tip could save your life. Place a penny upside down on the treads of your tires. You'll need new tires if it's been worn so much that Lincoln can't make out his features.
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Keep Your Cup Holders Clean By Doing This.
Purchase some silicone cupcake wrappers and set them in your car's cupholders. They'll keep all of your spare change organized, plus they're easy to remove and clean, so your cup holders will stay neat and tidy. You won't believe how much this little trick can make things look nice!
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Save Space with Carabiner Hooks.
If you need to free up space in your backseat, get carabiner hooks and hang them from the rear-view mirror. They can hold all sorts of things—bags, groceries, umbrellas- it doesn't matter! Just throw it over there. You'll be surprised at how much extra room this creates for you!
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