Learn About Cars & How to Work on Them - AutoZone Advice & How-To's

Stop Here for Brake Advice

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Brake Light On? Find Out Why

Learn what the most common issues are that cause a lit brake light.

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How Often Do You Need New Brakes?

Ever wonder how long brakes last? Learn the factors that affect brake wear and how different types of pads wear.

How to Replace Brake Pads and Rotors

Your brake pads and rotors help your vehicle make safe stops, so it’s important to replace them when necessary. Use this guide to help you get started replacing brake pads and rotors.

See Better, Drive Safer

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How to Change Headlights

Got a headlight bulb out? Or maybe you just want to see better at night. Either way, AutoZone has you covered.

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How to Adjust Your Headlights

Need to adjust your car’s headlights? It’s not as complicated as you may think.

Newly restored headlights on a early-2000s Ford vehicle

How to Restore Your Headlight Lenses

Headlights not shining as bright as they should? Learn how to clean headlight lenses and restore your headlights.

America’s #1 Battery Destination

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How to Jump Start a Car Battery

A jump start will help bring your car back to life for a short time during a battery failure. After a jump, head straight to AutoZone or a repair shop for a more permanent repair.

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Car Battery Types Explained

There are a lot of types of car batteries out there. Learn the differences between these types so you can find the right one for you.

AutoZone store associate explaining the factors that affect battery life to a customer

How Long Should a Car Battery Last?

The question is more complicated than it seems. Check out our break down of the factors that affect battery life.

Stay Safe In The Rain

Woman changing the wiper blades on a Jeep.

How to Check and Change Wiper Blades

Having trouble seeing in the rain? Might be old or dirty wiper blades. Finding the right wipers at AutoZone is easy, and replacing them is a simple job on most vehicles.

A driver's seat view of cars driving on the freeway in the rain.

Wet Weather Driving Tips

When it is wet and raining, your best practices for safety are slower speeds, better visibility, and firm control.

AutoZone associate installing new blades as the customer's windshield wipers were not working

Should You Leave Your Windshield Wipers Up?

Some people leave their wiper blades up when it’s cold out. Learn why that’s a bad idea and what you can do instead.

Maintenance You Can Do At Home

Man removing an STP max filtration cabin air filter from the packaging while sitting in the passenger seat of a car.

How to Change Your Cabin Air Filter

Changing your vehicle’s cabin air filter only takes a few minutes and helps protect your lungs by keeping the air inside your vehicle clean. Filters should be replaced every 15,000 to 30,000 miles.

Man showing one step of how to install an air filter by placing it into the car.

How to Replace Your Car’s Air Filter

The engine air filters helps the air entering your engine and protects the engine from dust and debris. Use this how-to guide to learn how to easily replace your air filter.

A man using a ratchet to remove a spark plug.

How to Change Spark Plugs

Replacing worn spark plugs can greatly improve your engine’s performance and efficiency.

Oil Zone

How and When To Check Your Oil

Keeping your oil levels in check is crucial to keeping your car running well. Learn how to check and add oil.

How to Change Your Oil

Changing your oil is an essential part of vehicle maintenance that most people can do at home.

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What Does Oil Do for a Car’s Engine?

It’s common knowledge that oil protects engines. But do you know why?

Helpful How-To’s

How to Flush Your Car’s AC System

The air conditioning flush is a crucial maintenance task after certain AC repairs. Learn how this process works and how to do it on your own car.

Person polishing the interior of their newly finished project car

How to Find a Good Project Car

A project car is a big investment of time and money. Learn what you should look out for when figuring out what your next project car should be.

How to Replace Brake Pads and Rotors

Your brake pads and rotors help your vehicle make safe stops, so it’s important to replace them when necessary. Use this guide to help you get started replacing brake pads and rotors.

Trustworthy Advice

What Does an AC Compressor Replacement Cost?

Your car’s AC compressor is a crucial part of what makes your car’s AC work, and if you have AC trouble on a hot day, you’ll want to know more what it does, and how to replace it should it go bad.

Ramp vs. Jack Stands: Which Should You Use?

Wondering if you should use ramps or a jack and stands to lift your vehicle? Learn the pros and cons of these vehicle lifts.

How Much Does an AC Recharge Cost?

Low refrigerant levels can prevent your vehicle’s air conditioning from working properly, but that isn’t the only thing you need to check. Learn about the costs of an AC recharge and related services.