Do It Yourself Car Maintenance

Condensation, usually caused by rain, snow, or cold weather, is known to fog up the windshields of cars. Causing many accidents and annoyed or worried drivers, condensation is a problem that...

Choosing the right windshield wiper blade can make the difference between being able to see in harsh weather and not. Various wiper types are available, even items that improve the efficiency of...

A fogged-up windshield on your vehicle could cut your visibility and lead to a serious accident. The difference in temperatures between the outside of a vehicle and the inside causes the...

It is important to prepare your vehicle for cold environments. The exterior of your car needs protection from the elements in order to maintain your paint, wheels and glass. Snow and ice and the...

Many Buick vehicles have cabin filters installed to improve the interior air flow quality. These filters are commonly called cabin air filters or A/C filters. The cabin filter in most Buicks is in...

The wiper blades on a GMC vehicle should be checked every six months to make sure they are functioning properly. Wiper blades typically fail where the rubber compound meets the glass. When the...

During the winter your truck goes through a lot. Most people drive there cars in the summer, and the trucks in the winter. Before you rely on your truck, check it over and make sure everything is...

Windshield wiper blades come in many different configurations for various makes and models of vehicles. Some wipers can be replaced as a complete wiper arm and blade unit only. Other models offer...

The wiper motor on a Volkswagen is an electric motor connected through a drive linkage to the wiper arms. Windshield wipers are an integral feature for operating a motor vehicle safely. If your...

Cracks in the windshield not only can cause the driver to not have a clear view, but they also can lead to other complications such as corrosion to the underlying steel and a compromise of the...

Sooner or later, most windshields will get hit by a pebble or stone that will cause a small chip or crack. Even minor damage to automotive glass can accentuate glare, which is potentially...

Retail windshield washing fluid is available for purchase at all superstores and auto supply stores, but many times these products are more expensive than what we would like to pay and don't work...

Due to their positioning, windshield wiper motors in many vehicles are susceptible to the weather conditions, and often cold weather and rain can cause the motors to burn out or not work properly....

The Hyundai Accent features a quick-connect wiper blade that is fairly simple to remove and replace. Because of a redesign in the model, there is a variation in wiper size throughout its tenure....

The windshield wipers on your vehicle serve a vital function during inclement weather. However, during the winter months, ice can build up on the blades. You'll have to remove the ice for the...

In time, the windshield wipers will wear down on your Ford Tempo, due to use and/or aging. Driving with cracked or damaged wiper blades can create a driving hazard if you are in rainy weather and...

Windshield wipers are an important safety component of your vehicle. Wipers ensure that rain and debris do not impair your field of vision while driving. If your windshield wipers fail to operate,...

To ensure the most visibility and thus the safest driving conditions during rain or snow, it is important to have properly functioning windshield wipers. Lexus wipers can be replaced with a...

In a pinch everyone should be able to perform basic maintenance on their vehicle. Here's a quick guide to getting that empty washer fluid refilled.

Replacing a car windshield, with the help of a buddy, can be inexpensive and very easy. Make sure you have ordered the correct size of glass for your windshield replacement.

It happens eventually, your car's rear view mirror falls off the windshield while you are driving down the street, or you bump it while getting something from the overhead visor. Over the years,...

Windshields are one of the most exposed parts of a car, and as a result, most likely to be damaged while on the road. All it takes is one truck to kick up a well-placed rock, and the windshield...

This eHow with photos will teach you how to easily replace the rear view mirror on the inside windshield of your car. All that is needed is a Phillips (star shaped) screwdriver and less than five...

Having to defrost your windshield when it's covered with frost can be a nusiance at any time of the day but it's really inconvenient when you are ready to leave for work or trying to get the kids...

The wiper blades on your Toyota Rav4 should be changed once or twice a year, depending on where you live. The blades, made of rubber and exposed to heat and cold, can quickly deteriorate and...

Clean and dry your auto windshield inside and out. Apply rain-x (exterior) with a small piece of folded terry cloth to your windshield in overlapping circular motions. Allow the rain-x to dry...

The winter weather will soon be approaching. While winter may still be far, it’s good to know how to prepare your car for the winter months. So let’s get started, just follow the steps below to...

Wiper blades are made of rubber and exposed to the environmental conditions. Although rubber is a somewhat durable material, its chemical compound changes rapidly in either extreme heat or cold...

So you have top off your windshield washer fluid reservoir. You get in the car and try to wash your windshield and noting happens. Well don’t worry, just follow the steps below to continue.

In order to reduce frost on a vehicle's windows, try a simple solution of covering the windshield with plastic in order to keep frost away. Find out how to use windshield wipers to hold the...

It seems as though windshield wipers always stop working when you need them the most. If you want to repair your own wipers, you need to start by diagnosing the problem. It could be the wiring, a...

The windshield washer pump, or motor, is responsible for making sure that windshield washer fluid is forced through the nozzles on top of the hood so that you can clean your windshield if it gets...

Most modern cars are equipped with spray nozzles in front of the windshield which are intended to spray windshield washer fluid. When a new car rolls off the lot, its spray nozzles should be...

Rain-X Original Glass Treatment was designed to improve driving visibility in wet and other inclement weather, as a supplement of sorts to occasionally ineffective windshield wiper blades. Rain-X...

The Buick Roadmaster originally debuted in 1936, ran until 1958, and was revived in 1991 as a sedan and a station wagon. The sedan was, of course, outfitted with just front windshield wipers, but...

When it comes to your vehicle, knowing the little tips and tricks of maintenance and care might save you money or help avoid a breakdown or repair on down the road.

BMW is typically known for its quality parts. Even so, these parts will eventually wear out. One of those parts is the windshield wiper motor, a small device that controls the motion of the...

The windshield wipers on a Chevy Cavalier improve visibility during inclement weather by wiping away rain, dirt, and debris. Harsh weather can damage even premium wiper blades. Over time wiper...

Windshield wipers on a new Dodge Caliber help to clear off water, mud and other debris from your windshield. Although there are different kinds of wiper blades on the market, they all offer the...

The windshield wipers on your Chevrolet are an important safety feature. Since they help to improve visibility, it's important that you check and replace them as needed. Normally, this will be...

You can repair windshield cracks easily with any variety of kits sold in auto-parts stores. Unless the chip is at the edge of the glass, which can threaten the structural integrity of the window,...

Having a broken windshield due to a car accident is not uncommon, but many people do not know that they do not have to pay a small fortune to a repair shop to replace a windshield that is now in...

Windshield wiper arms are not immune to damage. Although it takes a lot to break a windshield wiper arm, they do break, and will need to be replaced. Instead of taking your vehicle to a repair...

Maintenance on your vehicle can be exhausting. There are fluid changes, tire changes and air checks, and checks for leaking or damaged hoses on the motor. Most people do not think about changing...

Do you have water spots on your car windows?

The Ford Ranger is a dependable truck that gets good gas mileage, and can handle pretty much anything that you throw at it. In order for your Ranger to stay on the road (legally), most states...

How to change the windshield wiper blades on your car.

Replacing windshield wiper blades is one of the easiest things you can do to maintain your vehicle. It is vital that you have windshield wiper blades that are in good condition on your vehicle. ...

Fortunately headlight bulbs do not burn out often, but when they do they must be replaced quickly since it is illegal to drive after dark with a burned-out headlight. Your Acura Rsx dealer will be...

Designed as a safety feature for the automobile, the windshield-wiper motor of your Oldsmobile Bravada is a combination of an electric motor and a worm drive. A unique linkage system takes the...