Precious Automotive Fluids, and how to check them – EricTheCarGuy
In this ETCG episode we will be going over the basics of checking fluids. I know this isn’t a stellar topic but it is useful information in my book. So many automotive systems are dependent on proper fluid levels. As always you can post a text or video response to this video if you have questions or visit me at
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The clip at the beginning of this video is from “Dr. Strangelove”, one of my favorites. It is not used as a motive for profit but instead for educational purposes under fair use.
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My Honda Accord has a dipstick wiper fluid cap. It makes me sigh every time I check it. You can literally see the entire reservoir from too to bottom. It makes me chuckle at least. Great video as always
HI, Eric please help me I have a Chevrolet P30 6.2 diesel 3-speed transmission when picking up speed in third gear on a straight road or up I press the pedal very slowly and the transmission immediately switches to second speed, I don’t want to accelerate at a third speed only when moving down, please help if you know and want, thanks!
I'm entirely new to car culture, starting from ground zero, and watching these videos is helping. But as a movie nerd, I saw the title and instantly had to watch. Kubrick was a madman.
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Love the intro lol
Dr. Strangelove – glad to know that there are other fans out there!
how about the Gender Fluid?
Classic.
Gay.
What did you mean when you said most cars have to be on when you check the transmission fluid but Honda so does the Honda have to be on when you check the fliud transmission fluid
Ya 4got blinkr fluidz!!!
Diesel Exhaust Fluid, Clutch Master Cylinder Fluid, Gear Oil!!!
Eric, how often do I check each fluid of my car?
How you check the quality or condition of all the fluids thanks
Do anyone know what he calls This Guy at 7:51
He needs to be my friend lol. I have terrible luck with cars.
diesel exhaust fluid(it's real, I swear!!!!)…. clutch master cylinder fluid…
that isn't a good Engine they very bad for heads gaskets ha I would stay away
Good idea to also check gear oil level and condition in front/rear differentials, transfer case (4wd). Just changed mine out and it was black and sludgy (2006 Toyota Matrix 4wd, 62k miles). No mention changing it out in manual. Dealer says gear oil is good for life of the vehicle. SMH.
When working around a running engine, make sure not to wear loose clothing or long necklaces, etc. These can get caught by spinning . pulleys/drive belt.
I know its old, but I love the way you started it to get the point across.
A lil Pantera huh?
Possible fluids found in vehicles are Engine oil, Power steering fluid, Transmission fluid,  Refridgerant, Battery acid. Washer fluid, Grease, Coolant (engine, super charger), Gear oil (Differential, Transmission), and Brake fluid (Brakes, Clutch).
I say POSSIBLE because all vehicles have different combinations of these fluids the exception being engine oil, coolant, washer fluid, brake fluid (for the brakes) and gear oil (for the differential).
That is filthy engine oil xD time for an oil change.
Precious bodily fluids haaaahahahahahahaha!!😛😛😅😅😄😄😄ðŸ˜ÂÂðŸ˜ÂÂ😜
Hey i love that dr. Strange love opening
when checking transmission fluid should the car be on neutral or drive?
Mhm, differential, huh. Thanks, ill look into it.
Eric you have to stop worrying and just learn to love the bomb. ÂÂÂ
What sense does that t make that tge dip stick will get eaten if the engine is hot and on but not hot and off?! The stick is going to the same place.
Hi Eric I love the videos. I have a 1999 Volkswagen Golf with a so-called sealed transmission. how do I check the fluid and change it? I know there has to be a way. its been shifting kinda funny. I've only have this car about a month and I'm pretty sure the previous owner didn't take care of it. any help would be appreciated thank you
What other fluids should I change in a car(apart from the regular, engine,transmission, brake, steering, coolant, windshield)?
what do i do with used oil or other waste liquids?
what about muffler bearing coolant?
Diff oil on RWD and 4WD!!! don't forget that one…
AC Coolant fluid…
great intro
This could mean a fuel or coolant leak into the oil system. This can trash your engine – be aware! Especially if the oil level is rising. If you have a diesel, you may get a runaway – very funny (not if it's your car).
I had my car serviced in an established garage in France (it's called Norauto), oil + oil filter. it's been 6 months now and my oil level is WAY UP after the max mark. I didn't have any problem – more than 1500 km now !
clutch fluid? for hondas if that's different on them as well
You forgot blinker fluid and 710 fluid
Wow you look young?! 🙂
i did bad i added red and green coolant when my car needed some is that worse than none or water
on some newer Audi vehicles the dealership will actually have a "magic dipstick" used to check the oil level because, well, they don't have an engine oil dipstick. not that anyone who owns an Audi does their own maintenance….