Do It Yourself Auto Repair

The GMC K1500 is a series of trucks manufactured with power steering as optional equipment. The pump that circulates the fluid can leak or become damaged and require replacement. This replacement...

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...

A properly functioning power steering pump makes driving an enjoyable experience. This pump helps your Cummins truck maintain a proper steering radius. The steering pump uses hydraulic pressure to...

The power steering pump in your Chevrolet Suburban helps you turn the wheels of the car easily when you use the steering wheel. If the power steering pump does not function properly, steering will...

The power steering pump on your Saab 9000 helps you steer the vehicle with ease. This becomes an important safety issue once you imagine how a bad pump will keep you from easily guiding the...

Any time your A/C system is opened for repair, moisture enters the system. This moisture, if not removed, can cause corrosion and damage to system components and shorten the life of the A/C...

Windshield washer fluid is sprayed onto the windshield by a small electric pump that is usually mounted on the side of the washer fluid reservoir. Replacement of the pump motor is a simple "unplug...

Few noises produced by an automobile are as recognizable as the power steering whining noise that sometimes sounds like a squeal. This familiar sound is commonly heard when the vehicle is turning...

Although the water pump plays an important role in the engine's pulley system, the main purpose of the 350's water pump is to pull antifreeze from within the radiator, distribute that antifreeze...

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...

The windshield washer pump on your Mazda Protege cannot be repaired. When they are faulty, the internal motor has burned up and must be replaced. Fortunately, replacing the washer pump is not...

The Ford Windstar minivan is equipped with a rotary-vane washer pump type and most problems with it may be traced to simple causes: Clogged nozzles, lines or hoses; damaged lines, disconnected...

Recognizing the symptoms of a faulty water pump on your Jeep is the first step to replacing it. An engine that regularly overheats is a good sign that your water pump is failing. Water leaking on...

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...

The hardest part of installing a new water pump on your Jeep is always the beginning, removing your water pump pulley belt. Most do-it-yourself mechanics dread having anything to do with...

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...

Removing very old gasoline from an automobile gas tank must be done before running the engine. Old gasoline may not detonate properly if it has degraded inside the gas tank. Moisture and rust have...

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...

The water pump is an essential piece of equipment used to circulate water and coolant throughout the engine to keep it from overheating during operation. Replacing or repairing the water pump on...

A power steering pump belt is used to transfer the rotating energy produced by the engine to the pump, where the fluid within the pump is then directed to the rack and pinion unit. Over time, the...

When your Jeep Cherokee overheats or makes a kind of "duck" noise, your water pump may be failing. Replacing a bad water pump is essential to the life of your vehicle. This can be a challenging...

Produced from 1998 to early 2003, the Ford 7.3 turbo diesel has a well-known reputation for being a workhorse. The large diesel engine's abilities range from hauling luxury fifth-wheel travel...

If the clutch fan on your 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is damaged, you probably have noticed the engine overheating, overcooling or some fan assembly vibration. First, whatever you do, do not stand next...

The timing chain cover on Ford's 460 engine not only physically covers the timing chain; it prevents the oil within the engine from leaking out. The cover also acts as a mounting point for the...

A strong water pump on your 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is necessary to force coolant through the engine block and cooling system. If you are replacing a bad pump, make sure the coolant in the system...

The function of a water pump in a Volvo 740 is to circulate coolant through the engine's cooling system to protect the engine against overheating. The water pump can be visually checked for signs...

If the steering in your vehicle starts to get stiff and difficult to maneuver, the power steering pump may need to be replaced. If that's the case, remove the power steering pulley and install it...

The power steering pump on a Ford vehicle works in conjunction with the power steering gear, to aid the driver in steering. On a Ford light truck or car, it is pressed onto the power steering pump...

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...

Ford's 7.5-liter engine was used primarily for its F-series truck line beginning in 1983, but the engine was also used in Ford's E-250 and E-350 Econoline vans in the mid-1990s. The engine was...

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...

Overfilling a transmission can actually be more harmful to the transmission than not adding enough. The fluid within the transmission courses though the transmission under pressure. Too much fluid...

The Ford Explorer has been one of the most popular SUVs in America since it was introduced in 1991. Over the years, the Explorer has proved to be fairly durable and reliable. Unfortunately, a fuel...

Chevy trucks come equipped with powerful engines that have ample torque; however, if you are beginning to notice a lag or sputtering when the throttle is depressed, your truck could have a bad...

Many vehicles have a convenient access panel for accessing the fuel tank, making the replacement of a fuel pump a snap. Unfortunately, the Jeep Grand Cherokee is not one of these vehicles....

The Dodge Ram pickup truck is manufactured with a serpentine drive belt system that rotates the alternator, A/C compressor, power steering pump, and in some cases, the front fan. An average...

The fuel pump relay is a circuit that helps provide power to your fuel pump. Since most modern vehicles have electric fuel pumps, they will have fuel pump relays. The fuel pump relay in your GMC...

The power steering pump pulley on a Jeep Cherokee has a tapered center hole, which is pressed on the power steering pump input shaft. The tool for extracting the pulley is too large to fit on the...

This article will explain how to replace a fuel filter in a 2001 Tiburon, but I believe it is exactly the same for any Tiburon made between 1997 and 2001.

The fuel pump on the Grand Prix helps provide the engine with fuel to burn. The Pontiac Grand Prix has an easily accessible fuel tank for replacing the fuel pump; unfortunately, the Pontiac fuel...

The CRX was a popular compact hatchback that Honda sold from 1984 to 1991. The car was built from the Honda Civic platform and shared many components with the Civic. All models of the Honda CRX...

A vehicle's power steering system is centralized at the power steering pump, which operates to provide the system with fluid. The power produced by the engine is transferred to the power steering...

Audi builds stylish cars that get good gas mileage and have plenty of amenities to boot. Audi automobiles come equipped with powerful engines that have a bit of zip when you mash the pedal,...

The electric fuel pump on your Chevy truck model is located inside the fuel tank. In order to replace it, you need to lower the tank. It is a job you can do yourself, but having a helper makes it...

The A4 is an entry-level luxury car sold by German automaker Audi. The A4 was first sold in the United States in 1994, and it continues to be a popular and highly rated vehicle. The Audi...

The power steering pulley is a belt-driven device used to enable the power steering pump. Unlike removing the power steering pump, removing only the pulley does not require a complicated drain of...

Although the power steering pumps are in many different positions on vehicles, the replacement procedure is the same. The power steering pump remains the same regardless of the type of steering...

The Ford Escort, like many Ford cars and light trucks, comes equipped with a fuel-pump shut off. This fuel-pump shut off, called an inertia switch, prevents fuel from being pumped to the engine in...