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How to Change Automatic Transmission Fluid in a Nissan Pathfinder

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You should change the automatic transmission fluid in your Pathfinder every 25,000 miles if you operate it under normal driving conditions. Otherwise, if you operate it under severe conditions, you should change the fluid twice as often. Consult ... more »

How to Change Automatic Transmission Fluid in a Oldsmobile Alero

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You should change the automatic transmission fluid in your Oldsmobile Alero every 30,000 miles if it is driven under normal conditions. The frequency increases to every 15,000 miles if you tow items, such as a boat or trailer... more »

How to Change Automatic Transmission Fluid in a Plymouth Neon

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The following covers Plymouth Neon models from 1994 through 1999. Use Mopar ATF Plus 3 Type 7176 for the Plymouth Neon. If you drive your Neon under normal service, you only need to change the automatic transmission fluid every 90,000 miles. ... more »

How to Change Automatic Transmission Fluid in a Pontiac Bonneville

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The following covers Pontiac Bonneville models from 1987 through 1999. Use automatic transmission fluid labeled Dexron III or IIE. Check your vehicle owner's manual to confirm the recommended transmission maintenance schedule. This will vary ... more »

How to Change Automatic Transmission Fluid in a Pontiac Grand Am

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If you own one of the Pontiac Grand Am models from 1985 through 1998, you should know how to change the transmission fluid. Use Dexron IIE or Dexron III in this car. Check the vehicle owner's manual to confirm the recommended transmission ... more »

How to Change Automatic Transmission Fluid in a Subaru Outback

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According to Subaru maintenance guidelines, you should change the automatic transmission fluid in your Outback every 20,000 miles if you use it under normal operating conditions. If you do a lot of towing or hauling, this frequency changes to ... more »

How to Change Automatic Transmission Fluid in a Toyota Camry

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Most Toyota Camry cars suggest that you service or inspect the transmission fluid at least every 15,000 miles or 12 months depending on the year model of the car. However, there is no harm in checking it more often to ensure it's still a clear, ... more »

How to Change Automatic Transmission Fluid in a Toyota Highlander

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According to Toyota maintenance guidelines, you should change the automatic transmission fluid in your Highlander every 30,000 miles if you use it under normal operating conditions. If you do a lot of towing or hauling, Toyota recommends that you ... more »

How to Change Automatic Transmission Fluid in a VW Beetle

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To keep these older cars running longer, always change the automatic transmission fluid when needed to avoid damage to the transmission. Check the owner's manual to find the recommended transmission maintenance schedule and fluid for this ... more »

How to Change Automatic Transmission Fluid in a VW Jetta

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If you drive a Jetta under normal conditions, you should check the transmission fluid level regularly. If you drive the Jetta under extreme conditions, change the automatic transmission fluid every 30,000 miles. Check what type of gear oil the ... more »

How to Change Automatic Transmission Fluid in a VW Passat

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According to Volkswagen maintenance guidelines, you should change the automatic transmission fluid in your Passat every 20,000 miles if you use it under normal operating conditions. If you do a lot of towing or hauling with your Passat, VW ... more »

How to Change Oil and Filter on a 2001 VW Beetle TDI Using an Oil Extractor

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This article shows an oil extractor being used to drain and replace the oil and filter on a 2001 VW Beetle TDI... more »

How to change spark plugs

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This article was created as a simple guide on how to change your vehicle’s spark plugs. The vehicle’s spark plugs are an essential element to the overall vehicle performance. Improperly gapped or old spark plugs will not only slow down your car, ... more »

How to Change Sway Bar Bushings On a Chrysler Town and Country

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Do you hear rattling every time you hit a bump but arent sure what it is? Try changing the sway bar bushings. This resolved the annoying rattle and made my ride feel safe again... more »

How to Change the Air Filter on a BMW M3 (2008-Present)

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It is recommended to change the air filter on a vehicle every 10k miles. In order to keep your M3 running at peak performance, it is critical to maintain a fresh air filter. There are also several after-market air filters that increase your M3's ... more »

How to Change the Battery on a Mercury Villager

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Instead of paying an installation fee for a new battery, you can just do it yourself! Changing a battery in the Mercury Villager is one of the simplest automobile procedures to do. Purchase a new battery and follow the steps below to successfully ... more »

How to change the brakes

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Changing the brakes on your car can provide a greater stopping force and can reduce damages done to the braking system which can be very costly. But most importantly it can eat away your rotors which is not good. Today I am going to teach you how ... more »

How to Change the Cabin Air Filter in a Nissan Frontier

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There are quite a few people asking how to change the Cabin Air Filters in a Nissan Frontier. I have gathered some facts that should be quite helpful. Step by Step instructions that can get the job done in approximately 30 minutes tops... more »

How to Change the Cabin Air Filter on a BMW 3-series (1981-94)

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It is recommended to change the cabin filter on your BMW every 1-2 years. If left alone, air can be blocked from entering the cabin or worse, mildew can form and particles can be blown into your car. Follow the steps below to successfully change ... more »

How to Change the Cabin Air Filter on a BMW Z4

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It is recommended to change the cabin filter on your Z4 every 1-2 years. If left alone, air can be blocked from entering the cabin or worse, mildew can form and particles can be blown into your car. Follow the steps below to successfully change ... more »

How to Change the Message Center Language on a Jaguar X Type

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The message center (LCD underneath the speedometer) language can be changed to 9 other languages. It is common for people to want to change the US English on the message center (hood and trunk) to the UK English (bonnet and boot) to presumably ... more »

How to Change the Oil in a 5-Series BMW (1996-2004)

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It is recommended that you change your vehicles motor oil about every 5k miles or 6 months. By changing your own oil, you can save money and be sure your car is getting quality oil. Follow the steps below to successfully change the oil on your ... more »

How to Change the Oil on a Motorcycle DIY Maintenance and Repair Course

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Basic maintenance is vital to the long-term use of any motor vehicle. With the price of fuel and the cost of experienced technicians on the rise, the need for many cyclists to perform scheduled maintenance themselves and conserve their riding ... more »

How to Change the Oil on a BMW 3-series (1991-1998)

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It is recommended that you change your vehicles motor oil about every 5k miles or 6 months. By changing your own oil, you can save money and be sure your car is getting quality oil. Follow the steps below to successfully change the oil on your ... more »

How to Change the Oil on a Club Car Golf Cart

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This is a brief and 'generic' introduction on how to change the oil on a 'Club Car' gasoline powered golf cart... more »

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