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How to Remove a Starter on a 2001 Polaris Trailblazer 250
The Polaris Trailblazer 250 is a four-wheel beginners all-terrain vehicle. The Polaris uses a push-button type of starter and ignition system. From time to time the starter on your Polaris can go bad, in which case it will have to be replaced. Removing the starter is a fairly easy process, but you w...More...
How to Replace the Alternator on a 2002 Santa Fe
The alternator is essential to keeping the vehicle battery charged and the car powered. The procedure for removing and replacing an alternator on a 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe can vary depending on the engine type. In any case, you need an exact duplicate of the old alternator to install in its place, wit...More...
How to Rebuild 12 Volt Lead-Acid Batteries
The idea way to maintain a 12-volt lead-acid battery in good condition is to regularly discharge it by about 70 percent and then charge it up slowly. However, you know that's not a practical option as you need your car battery everyday and it gets a small discharge then gets recharged every time you...More...
Get Treated Right by Your Garage - Top 3 Tips
Many people have had bad experiences with auto repair shops in the past, and it can be difficult to find a shop that will charge a fair price, be honest about what repairs are needed, and repair the car correctly the first time. Once you find an honest and competent auto repair shop, here are three ...More...
How to Apply Armor Coat Rust Paint
Armor Coat rust paint is a clear paint that goes over the paint of a car body. The rust paint protects the body paint from gravel, dirt and water. This decreases the chance of the car body being chipped or rusting. The Armor Coat rust paint is sprayed over the body paint using a paint spray gun. Arm...More...
How to Replace the Belt on a 1992 Cadillac
The front engine accessories on the 1992 Cadillac, such as the alternator, power steering pump and A/C compressor, are operated by a single belt. This single belt is referred to as the serpentine belt. This belt is designed to fit around each accessory, making it possible for the belt to control eac...More...
What Are the Dangers of Running Lean?
In combustion engines, "running lean" goes beyond using gas efficiently. In effect, that status makes the engine perform with less gasoline than it needs to operate properly, and it increase the amount of friction between the engine's moving parts. Running lean can damage an engine....More...
Replace the oil pan in a Chrysler 2.7
The oil pan on your Chrysler 2.7-liter engine is critical to the basic lubrication of your motor's internal machinery. As the crankshaft in your motor rotates, it picks up oil from the oil pan, which it disperses on the connecting rods and bearings. Meanwhile, the oil pump sucks oil out of the oil p...More...
How Does a Tune-up Help a Car?
Increases Vehicle EfficiencyA tune-up enables a car to run much more efficiently. A standard tune-up, which normally includes replacement of spark plugs, adjustment and cleaning of the fuel injection system and service or adjustment of various ignition and fuel system components, brings......More...
How to change Inner tie rod end on Audi A6 quattro
Changing the inner tie rod requires a special inner tie rod end removal tool with a crows bar, and the process includes the removal of the outer tie rod end as well. However with the right tools, it is a do-it-yourself job that anyone can do....More...
Headlight Removal for the Audi Allroad
The Audi Allroad is based on the Audi A6 and is terrific model that is at home on paved roads as it is on dirt roads. Headlight replacement may be necessary if the headlight glass becomes cracked or scratched. Removing the headlight is a simple procedure that requires a minimum of tools and expertis...More...
How to Get Rust Out of a Cylinder Block
When rebuilding an engine, you often find rust in the cylinders. Before installing your pistons and new piston rings, it is essential to remove the rust so that the piston rings ride smoothly against the cylinder wall. If you don't remove the rust, you can cause piston ring damage, which will make y...More...
Replacing Tie Rod Ends on a Dodge Intrepid
IntroductionWhen a Dodge Intrepid's tie rod ends wear out, the front suspension becomes loose and the front wheels will move by the amount of wear on the tie rod ends. This ability for the wheels to move independently of the steering wheel will throw the alignment out in the area of "toe......More...
Automobile Safety Improvements
When automobiles were first developed by Daimler and Ford in the early part of the 20th century, safety was a matter of limited importance. As time went on, speeds of the vehicles got faster and safety became more and more important. The consequences of a high-speed crash could mean death and dismem...More...
Changing Your Oil - What's Involved?
Many folks are turning to changing their own oil as a way to reduce their automotive maintenance costs. Here I will outline the general procedure for changing your own oil....More...
How to Use Diagnostic Tool to Test Your Car
You are driving in the road, it is a beautiful, sunny summer time day, and also to finish it off, your vehicle is running absolutely perfectly. Perfectly, except for your Check Engine light shining just ... ...More...
How to Refinish Corroded Alloy Wheels
Alloy wheels are constructed from a combination of aluminum and other types of metal. This produces a strong and lightweight wheel. However, when driving in areas with winter climates, alloy wheels may begin to show signs of corrosion. Corrosion is caused by the salt and dirt that accumulates on the...More...
How to Remove Tire Ruts From Lawns
The area of your lawn around your driveway is vulnerable to tire rut marks. Especially during wet weather, even riding lawn mowers can leave ruts behind. Under the high pressure of tires, some of the grass may die. This leaves behind a bare streak in your lawn that is not only unsightly, but prone t...More...
How to Change a 2001 Ford Ranger Oxygen Sensor
The 2001 Ford Ranger uses just one oxygen sensor in front of the first catalytic converter. The oxygen sensor is just that --- it senses the amount of oxygen in the exhaust system and sends this signal to the engine management computer. The computer takes this input information and calculates the ap...More...
Why Does My Car Vibrate at High Speeds?
Car vibrations at high speeds can be caused by several problems. Most of them are felt in the steering wheel and can be traced to the front end of the car. Vibrations at high speeds can lead to tire failure and serious accidents. Whatever the cause of the vibration, don't ignore the problem and have...More...
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