LA Times Crossword
June 7, 2017
Jake Halperin

The answers to the first three clues literally do something, as explained in the fourth clue.

1. Handyman's expertise
2. Musical ensemble of ringers
3. Papa Doc
4. Make petty distinctions

Answers:

1. HOME REPAIR
2. HANDBELL CHOIR
3. HAITIAN DICTATOR
4. SPLIT HAIRS

Explanation: Home repAIR
                       HAndbell choIR
                       HAItian dictatoR