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The Chapter 14: Revising Your Drafts- Sample Document 14.2 shows students the final draft of a pamphlet. This pamphlet is the final draft for the document revised in Case 14.2, where students are asked to improve a draft of a document, using the guidelines as they are presented in Chapter 14.

Why should I change oil myself?

Changing oil is a messy job! You inevitably get it on your hands and other places you don't want it. It's dirty and smells bad. Moreover, you have to dispose of the old oil. So you ask, "Why not let the neighborhood service station or a quick-lube franchise do it?" Here are some reasons to do it yourself:

• Your engine will stay cleaner. Oils have detergents that are most effective when the oil is hot. Changing oil in a cold engine will leave a residue of dirt that would have been removed in hot oil. By changing the oil yourself, you can insure the engine is warmed up and the dirty oil is hot.
• Your engine seals may last longer. Oils have additives that protect engine seals, but sometimes counteract the additives in another brand. Therefore, by consistently using one brand of oil, you may prolong the life of the engine seals. By changing the oil yourself, you can insure this consistency.
• You may prevent a problem. You become familiar with your car when you change its oil. Because you are likely to remember details of your car's appearance from the previous oil change, you may notice something unusual or catch a problem before it happens on the road. For example, a low hanging muffler would probably get your attention but may not be noticed by an attendant at a quick-lube franchise.
• You will save money. By changing the oil yourself, you save on labor costs.
• You will feel better. Changing your car's oil is the kind of job that gives you immediate satisfaction and a good feeling the next time you drive. You just know that the car is running better.