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How to Teach a Teen to Drive

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Patience and calm are your best friends when teaching a teenager to drive. If you can't handle it, have your spouse, a trusted friend or relative, or a driver-training teacher take on the job... more »

How to Test Drive a Car

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Buying a new or used car should always involve a test drive. It is not enough to think you are getting the right car but you should know you are getting the right car. The only way to do that is checking it out for yourself. Always test drive a ... more »

How to Tint the Back Windshield of a Car

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Tinting Back Window.. more »

How to Transfer a Title for a Vehicle

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To transfer the title of a vehicle, you will need a few documents, and in some cases the vehicle will need to be inspected by the tag agent. All states have laws governing the transfer of title for vehicles. You can check with the local ... more »

How to Treat the STD Granuloma Inquinale

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Learn how to treat the STD, Granuloma Inquinale, by following these simple steps... more »

How to Troubleshoot 1996 Lincoln Air Suspension

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Since the late 1980s Lincoln has been using air suspension in their premium line of automobiles. This innovation in automobile comfort has created a whole new line of maintenance for luxury cars. As the under car environment is harsh, modern ... more »

How to Troubleshoot a Windshield-Washer Pump

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Follow these steps to determine why your windshield-washer fluid is not flowing freely, and soon you'll be driving with clean windows again. The problem may be something simple like a disconnected hose, or dirt in the spray nozzle... more »

How to Troubleshoot Welding Machines

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A MIG welder is a complicated machine, unlike the stick welder. You can lose a lot of time if you must wait for someone else to fix the MIG. If you know basic troubleshooting for your welding machines, you can save a lot of time and a lot of money... more »

How to Turn Left at a Light when there is no Left Turn Lane

By laurapayne

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Turning left at a traffic light without the benefit of a left-turn arrow can be tricky. Additionally, it becomes even more complicated when the road you are on is not marked with a left-turn lane and people behind you are honking because they ... more »

How to Understand How Automotive Air Bags Work

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Air bags aren’t generally considered to be within the realm of the typical do-it-yourselfer (and rightly so) but of course, if you’ve got the right tools and manuals, anything is possible. A typical air bag system consists of several sensors ... more »

How to Use Telematic Auto Insurance

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Car insurance can be expensive and confusing, especially if you aren't familiar with the car insurance business. One new development is telematic car insurance. Follow these steps to learn more about it and how to use it... more »

How to Use Time Spent Waiting in Traffic

By Sheila Wilkinson

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Getting stuck in traffic makes most people frustrated and stressed out. Our time is valuable and none of us likes to waste it. What if you could find some useful or entertaining things to do that would make that time pleasant? Read on and reduce ... more »

How to Virtually Eliminate Holding Tank Odors in Your RV

By Mark Corgan

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It’s probably no secret to you that your RV holding tanks have the potential to create a source of undesirable odor within your coach. Even with proper use of deodorizing chemicals and rinsing of tanks, odor can still be a troublesome problem. ... more »

How to Winterize an ATV

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Outdoor enthusiasts who live in Northern regions often store ATVs during the wintertime. Ice can damage the engine. Road salt is corrosive and can erode the undercarriage. Winter storage is a good way to extend the life of your ATV. You can learn ... more »

How to Winterize Your Car

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Winter can be rough on cars, so unless you live in a warm or moderate climate, here's a list of things you can do to make sure your vehicle is ready for the upcoming cold season... more »

How to (easily) get the snow off your car

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Have you ever used a long-handled ice-scraper in a failed attempt to "sweep" the snow off your car's rooftop? No more. These are not made to sweep effectively. Here's how to achieve a snow-free vehicle before you trek to work... more »

How to Accessorize a Minivan

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Minivans make it easy to get around town, which is important, considering the amount of time the average American family spends on the road. Soccer games, PTA meetings, baseball practice, dance recitals, the list goes on. Since you're stuck in ... more »

How to add a Subwoofer setup to your stock MACH 460 Headunit/ System

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A lot of people are very happy with the MACH 460 sound system…Even though it will never compare to much of the aftermarket equipment available it is one of the top if not the best stock systems available in a lot of cars. Like myself and many ... more »

How to Add Brake Fluid to the Clutch Master Cylinder

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Cars with manual transmissions use either a clutch cable or a hydraulic system. If your car has a hydraulic clutch, you must check and add brake fluid to the clutch master cylinder when you check all the other fluids. See your car owner's manual ... more »

How to Add Oil to a Car

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Adding oil to a car can be a lifesaver to your engine. An engine that runs low on oil can run hotter and can wear out prematurely. Be careful when you add oil to an engine because it is important not to overfill it. Too much oil in a car can be ... more »

How to Add Sport Seats to a Car

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Adding specially designed sport seats can offer comfort, style and even performance to your car. A well-made sport seat offers more support under grueling conditions, keeping you firmly in place around tight turns and quick maneuvers... more »

How to Adjust the Idle on a Carbureted Car

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Adjust the idle of your car if the engine runs too fast or too slowly, causing it to sputter and die... more »

How to Appeal a Red-Light Camera Citation

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The ticket shows up in the mail a month after some normal drive to work, along with a handful of black and white pictures and a hefty fine claiming that you ran a red light on such-and-such day. But you know you're being scammed because it's the ... more »

How to Apply Fiberglass

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Fiberglass is versatile and has many applications. You can fiberglass your boat, make components for your car interior, create fiberglass art and more. For this quick tutorial, we'll patch some damaged fiberglass. Bigger projects will follow ... more »

How to Apply For a Car Loan and Receive a Check In The Mail!!!

By Willi493

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Auto Loan Program Guidelines Our Easy Auto Loan Program allows people with credit problems to apply for a loan in the privacy of their own home. Now these consumers will not have to be subject to slow service and the embarrassment of discussing ... more »