# Self teaching auto mechanics

**URL:** <https://community.cartalk.com/t/self-teaching-auto-mechanics/93794>\
**Category:** General Discussion\
**Created:** [July 11, 2016, 2:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/self-teaching-auto-mechanics/93794 "2016-07-11T14:01:29Z")\
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**Author:** ![MikeInNH](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/a587f6/32.png) [@MikeInNH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeInNH)\
**Post date:** [July 11, 2016, 4:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/self-teaching-auto-mechanics/93794/3 "2016-07-11T16:39:02Z")

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Teaching yourself can be tough. Especially with modern electronics and ECU. There are videos available and much documentation. But it depends on what skill level you have now.

I’d start with a small project - like change brake pads or spark plugs. Then work my way up to more complicated tasks. But realize you’re going to make mistakes. Even the best professionals make mistakes.

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