Do It Yourself Auto Repair

You can replace one or more fuel injectors on your Ford Ranger 3.0 model. They are readily accessible through the top of the engine, underneath the upper intake manifold. However, before you begin...

Is your Ford Escort not starting, or are you struggling to keep it running? A failing fuel pump could be the culprit. The electric fuel pumps on fuel-injected cars provide constant power to the...

From the mid-1950s until the mid-1980s, most Chevy small-block engine fuel pumps remained essentially the same. Barring the size of several fittings and the fuel pump body's assembly, most 1980s...

The Holley 4412 is a strong performing carburetor that comes from a long line of Holley performance products. Just as with other carburetors, over time the insides of the 4412 can become gummed up...

Very few models of Toyota vehicles have an easily removable and replaceable fuel filer; in many cases, it requires a professional. The fuel filter needs changing every two years or 30,000 miles....

Honda Jazz fuel injectors get dirty over time. When this happens, you can clean them or replace them. Since cleaning them tends to be impractical for most people (you need to have them cleaned for...

You should change your Chevrolet's fuel filter every 30,000 miles, or every two years, whichever comes first. In most Chevys, the fuel filter is mounted outside the fuel tank, so you won't have to...

When building a race car, drag car, or just restoring a classic car, one of the most important items is the fuel tank. While there are companies that produce fuel tanks for every car on the road,...

Installing a new fuel pressure regulator on a Toyota vehicle depends on where the regulator goes on your particular model. Some Toyota vehicles have the regulator installed within the fuel pump...

The fuel rail on your Acura Integra ensures that every injector has enough fuel under any engine operating conditions. Whenever you must remove the fuel rail for servicing, your car manufacturer...

The Chevrolet Cavalier has fuel filter clip that is confusing to some. When the nut is turned, it does not unscrew. The way to overcome this is by using a "backup wrench," which is basically a...

You should change the fuel filter on your Buick vehicle every 30,000 miles; this is part of the regular major tune-up schedule. Always use extreme caution when working on any part of the fuel...

The fuel filter on many Honda vehicles is within the fuel pump-fuel gauge sending unit, which itself is stored within the fuel tank. You will need to remove the unit from the tank in order to...

Ford Escort owners are fortunate when changing the fuel filter on their vehicle; the Escort's fuel filter is located in the engine bay (driver's side) against the firewall. The fuel filter in most...

This article will tell you how to change a fuel injector or fuel injector O-ring as well as intake manifold gaskets and Throttle Body gasket.

A Jackson Racing supercharger increases the performance of your vehicle dramatically. However, over time, you can become bored with this level of performance and want more. At that point, boost...

When I brought my car into the dealership, their salesperson said I needed a new fuel filter and battery. Guess what? This was going to cost me over $200. I figured it was easier to do it myself,...

The fuel filter in your Toyota Camry is designed to prevent contaminants from reaching the engine through the fuel tank. Occasionally, the fuel filter needs to be replaced to maintain the vehicles...

If your Thunderbird fuel filter is clogged, your engine will likely sputter and have reduced power. The fuel filter keeps harmful objects and contaminants from entering your engine; unfortunately,...

A car will not function without a gas tank because this is where the fuel of the car is stored. The gas tank must be kept in a good condition at all times. Having a leak in the gas tank can be...

The fuel injectors are one of the most important parts of the intake manifold in modern cars. By supplying fuel to the engine in specific increments, the fuel injectors allow the engine to start...

When getting a car, truck, or vehicle inspection, many states require the vehicle to go through an emissions check to make sure that the car is not causing too much pollution. Every state is...

Often times, the smaller the car is, the more difficult maintenance can be. This holds true for the Ford Focus and its fuel tank. If you must remove the tank from the car for any reason, it takes...

The fuel pressure regulator in your Chevy Blazer is used to help keep the fuel system's pressure constant. If the regulator is bad, the result is often low pressure in the system. Symptoms can...

Replacing the fuel tank on your Ford Ranger may seem like a daunting task. And it could be if you do not know the correct steps. Getting rid of the fuel system pressure is your first task to avoid...

A leaking gas tank is a major problem in whatever vehicle you are using. This is more than just losing and wasting fuel; since your vehicle generates a lot of heat on the outside, the risk of fire...

Over time, contaminants can build up along the walls of your car's gas tank. This is a big problem, as it can contaminate the fuel and subsequently damage your engine. If you don't clean out a...

Nissan is a Japanese automobile manufacturer that began making cars under its own name beginning in 1981. It made cars under the Datsun name beginning in 1932, although it didn't expand into...

Symptoms of sugar in a gas tank include a car being sluggish, jerking and stalling. The telltale sign of mischief is sugar granules on the outside lip of your gas tank. While apocryphal stories...

The most common form of water damage in a car, disregarding cosmetic problems such as mud in the foot wells and molding seats, is electrical damage. Water can seep under the distributor caps and...

Automotive fuel tanks suffer brute force attacks by flying rocks, weather-related deterioration and punctures by sharp road debris, and, in some cases, must be removed from the vehicle for repair...

Automotive fuel pumps use a vacuum diaphragm to push fuel through a series of steel and rubber lines to the intake manifold of a vehicle. In modern cars and trucks, they are commonly installed in...

Chevrolet Blazers use submerged fuel pumps that are mounted to the top of the fuel tank, making them a challenge to replace when they fail. Complete disconnection and removal of the fuel tank is...

Ford trucks equipped with diesel engines have been around since 1983. The Ford diesel engine costs more than its gasoline counterpart, but the expense is offset by better fuel economy, more power...

Cummins diesel engines power everything from stationary generators to large over-the-road semi trucks. Cummins diesel engines have been used in Dodge heavy duty pickup trucks since 1989 and have...

There can be different reasons why you might need to remove the fuel tank from your Ford Taurus vehicle. Even if you don't need to replace the tank, you might need to clean it out every year or...

You would not expect a fuel injector on your 1997 Jeep Wrangler to cause so much trouble. But a bad injector can upset fuel distribution, idle, fuel economy, emissions and even engine performance....

The fuel tank on your Ford Ranger may develop problems that make it necessary to remove or replace it. Some tank leaks, holes or contamination issues can only be fixed with the tank off the...

Ford uses a spring lock mechanism for its fuel lines. These fuel lines require a special tool designed to slide under the spring that lifts it up and allows the fuel line to separate. The male end...

Ford introduced the 6.0-L Powerstroke diesel V-8 in late 2003 as a replacement for the 7.3-L Powerstroke engine in its F-series Super Duty trucks. The change was necessary to comply with...

The Dodge Neon, which was also sold as the Plymouth Neon and Chrysler Neon at certain times and in various markets, was a compact car produced by Chrysler Corp. for 11 model years beginning in...

A catalytic converter is a device meant to reduce the extent of impurity in a vehicle's emissions. The converter can fail because of internal damage or external factors such as mishandling,...

You must drop the fuel tank on your 1988 Ford Mustang in order to replace the electric fuel pump or a damaged tank, or to fix leaks. It's important to follow the correct procedure to prevent an...

The Mazda Miata was introduced in late 1989 and has gone on to become the best-selling roadster of all time, according to the "Guinness Book of World Records." The Miata has developed a cult...

The fuel pump is responsible for pulling the gasoline stored within the fuel tank to the front of the vehicle, and then routing that fuel to the fuel delivery system. Over time the seals within...

Many people let their car go to pot for no reason. It's the second biggest investment of your life, and if you treat it right, it can last a lifetime, if you want. Why throw all that away...

Replace your fuel filter at least every 30,000 miles to prevent any contaminants from getting through to the fuel injectors. The fuel filter on a Ford Sport Trac uses plastic spring clip fittings....

The base model Ford Mustang comes equipped with a sequential port fuel-injected 3.8 liter V6. The Bosch style fuel injectors in this system are very durable, but from time to time one will break...

The Oldsmobile Aurora was sold between 1995 and 2003. A bad fuel pump in your Aurora can keep your engine from receiving fuel or cranking. Replacing a fuel pump is not an easy task and will...

The fuel injectors on your 1988 Ford Mustang are very effective fuel system components---but their coil, valve and other frail internal parts may easily break after years of service. A single bad...