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The Chevy Avalanche was introduced in 2002. It shares most of its interior components with the Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra pickup trucks. The second-generation Avalanche was introduced in 2007,...
Chevrolet pickup trucks can be customized to suit the owner's taste or upgraded for higher-performance using inexpensive, common parts. The Chevy truck carries some of the most popular parts...
A shift knob on a Chevy Cavalier is simply a large ball attached to the end of the transmission shifter. Aftermarket companies offer a wide array of specialty shift knobs for those who want to...
Whether it's a Corvette or a Malibu, any Chevrolet will benefit from the addition of chrome exhaust tips. Though some models are delivered from the factory with chrome tips, many are not. A...
Today, I will be installing a trailer wiring harness on a Chevy Express van. I have already installed the trailer towing hitch. So let’s get started, just follow the steps below to continue.
As with most vehicles, replacing the stereo in the Chevy Equinox is an easy operation once the stereo to be replaced is accessible. Getting to the double DIN stereo deck--the size that fits the...
Removing the stock CD player in a Chevy Cobalt is a relatively easy process...once you have access to the player itself. To gain access, there are a few steps needed that, while specific, can be...
The Cavalier was a popular sedan model for Chevy in the 1990s and remains a car that sells well for the manufacturer. One of many aftermarket options on the Cavalier are floor mats. Aside from the...
The ABS (anti-lock-brake) system in a Chevy Venture is a safety measure to help the average driver control the vehicle in certain weather conditions. When the ABS system activates, the driver will...
Now that we have our trailer hitch installed in the Chevy Aveo, we can now install the wiring harness. So let’s get started, just follow the steps below to continue.
Keyless entry remotes are an option that comes standard on almost all Chevy cars and trucks made in the early 21st century. Keyless entry remotes allow access to doors and trunks on most Chevys,...
A remote starter is a device that allows a driver to start her car from a remote location, such as the inside of her house, office or school. The purpose of a remote starter is to allow a car to...
Getting more power out of a small block Chevy increases the value of the engine and the vehicle. Small block Chevy performance parts and upgrades are very popular--and less expensive when compared...
Getting more power out of a small block Chevy engine is one of the best ways to get more oomph out of the vehicle. As it happens, small block Chevy performance stuff is some of the most...
The Chevy Tracker is a compact 4-wheel drive vehicle that hails to the designs of a Jeep or GMC Jimmy. The Tracker is light and versatile and can be driven almost anywhere. With all the...
Chevy Truck: Adjusting Lift Kit
Adjust a Chevy lift kit by tightening bolts after the truck is lowered back down to the ground. Learn how to adjust a truck lift kit on a Chevy 4X4 truck truck in this free lift kit installation...
Chevy Truck: Installing Front Differential Bracket
Install a front differential bracket on a Chevy 4X4 truck truck between the frame and front differential. Learn how to install a front differential bracket on a Chevy 4X4 truck in this free Chevy...
Chevy Truck: Installing Front Cross Member
Installing the front cross member of a Skyjacker suspension lift on a Chevy 4X4 truck truck gives the truck the actual lift in height. Learn how to install the front cross member on a Chevy 4X4...
Chevy Truck: Installing Rear Cross Member
When installing the rear cross member on a Chevy 4X4 truck truck make sure that the sides are set right. Learn how to install the rear cross member on a Chevy 4X4 truck in this free Chevy truck...
Chevy Truck: Removing Rear Suspension
Remove the rear suspension on a Chevy 4X4 truck truck by unbolting the four U-bolt brackets that hold the leaf springs to the axle. Learn how to remove the rear suspension on a Chevy 4X4 truck in...
Chevy Truck: Installing Rear Lift Suspension
Install a rear suspension lift on a Chevy 4X4 truck truck by bolting the rear lift spring on both ends of the truck. Learn how to install a rear suspension lift on a Chevy 4X4 truck in this free...
Chevy Truck: Installing Rear Shock Absorbers
Install rear shock absorbers on a Chevy 4X4 truck truck by bolting two bolts on top and one bolt on the the bottom. Learn how to install rear shock absorbers on a Chevy truck in this free lift kit...
Chevy Truck: Removing Brake Calipers
Remove brake calipers on Chevy truck by first removing the ABS line. Learn how to remove brake calipers on a Chevy 4X4 truck in this free Chevy truck lift kit installation video.
Chevy Truck: Removing Spindle & Ball Joints
Remove spindle and ball joints on a Chevy truck by first removing the axle nut. Learn how to remove spindle and ball joints on a Chevy 4X4 truck in this free Chevy truck lift kit installation video.
Chevy Truck: Removing the Lower Control Arm
Remove the lower control arm on a Chevy 4X4 truck with help from an assistant holding the control arm. Learn how to remove the lower control arm on a Chevy 4X4 truck in this free Chevy truck lift...
Chevy Truck: Removing Front Differential
Remove a Chevy 4X4 truck truck front differential with support from a jack stand. Learn how to remove a Chevy 4X4 truck front differential in this free Chevy truck lift kit installation video.
Chevy Truck: Removing Lower Control Arm Bushings
Remove lower control arm bushings to install the lower cross member of a Skyjacker lift kit on a Chevy 4X4 truck. Learn how to remove lower control arm bushings on a Chevy 4X4 truck in this free...
Chevy Truck: Installing Modified Bushings
Install the modified bushings of a Skyjacker suspension lift kit on a Chevy 4X4 truck in the opposite manner in which the stock bushings were removed. Learn how to install modified bushings on a...
Chevy Truck: Lift Kit Parts
Installing a Chevy truck lift kit requires the lift kit, and larger tires and wheels. Learn what parts are needed for installing a Sky Jacker truck lift on a Chevy 4X4 truck in this free Chevy...
How to Remove Truck Wheels
Remove truck wheels with an impact wrench if available. Learn how to remove truck wheels in this free Chevy truck lift kit installation video.
Chevy Truck: Removing Torsion Bars
Remove torsion bars by removing the torsion bar bolts. Learn how to remove the torsion bars on a Chevy 4X4 truck in this free Chevy truck lift kit installation video.
You've decided you want to change out the factory stereo that came in your Chevy Cavalier. The Chevy Cavalier, like many Chevy vehicles, comes with a factory stereo that is set inside a unit much...
A dropped or lowered truck is almost the opposite of the raised monster trucks. A dropped or lowered Chevy truck sits low to the ground. The Chevy truck can range from being a few inches lower...
The Chevy Cobalt is the late model daily driver that took the place of the Chevy Cavalier. It is a two-door coupe that is sporty enough to be attractive to the aggressive crowd, but still drives...
Trucks are utility vehicles, but sometimes the particular body style of truck you're looking for is only available in a long bed. Shortening a Chevy bed isn't a fun process, nor is it easy. But...
The Chevy Impala has been in and out of the Chevy lineup for generations but the basic alarm installation remains the same. Early Chevy Impala models are likely to have previously installed...
Experience the open-air feeling of a sunroof in the Chevy Cobalt. Installing an aftermarket sunroof in a Chevy Cobalt takes special tools and precision. The maximum sunroof size for the coupe and...
Installing a sunroof in a Chevy Impala requires special tools and precision cutting. The flat roofline of the Chevy Impala works best with a flat design sunroof. Putting a sunroof in the Chevy...
Many of the Chevy Camaro models came with T-tops or convertible option, but installing a new sunroof on the others gives you better ventilation and a wind through the hair experience. Chevy Camaro...
Installing a sunroof in a Chevy Silverado adds better ventilation and comfort during a long drive. The maximum size sunroof for a Chevy Silverado is 17 inches wide and 32 inches long. Installing a...
Installing a sunroof in the Chevy Avalanche is easier than many vehicles but still requires special tools and precision cutting skills. The Chevy Avalanche is capable of having a 24 inch wide by...
The oil pan holds oil from the vehicle when the engine is not in use, or holds extra oil as needed. A larger oil pan for performance purposes could be used in appropriate engines, but for most...
Classic and late models of the Chevy Camaro should have an alarm installed to protect the vehicle and its contents. Older models of the Chevy Camaro likely need a new alarm installed as do later...
Trucks like the Chevy Silverado are a popular vehicle among thieves, which makes installing at least a basic alarm a must. Installing an alarm in the Chevy Silverado takes a working knowledge of...
Thanks to its roomy interior and space under the dash, installing an alarm in the Chevy Avalanche is easier than many vehicles. Added security and a break on insurance are popular reasons to...
The dream car of many, the Chevy Corvette is a car that needs an alarm to keep it safely in the owner's hands. Installing an aftermarket alarm on the Chevy Corvette requires a clear understanding...
Chevy introduced the Cobalt as both a coupe and sedan configuration in 2005. Upgrading the factory stereo is more difficult in the Chevy Cobalt than most cars. Removing the dash is required, along...
The Chevy Impala is in the middle of the Chevy lineup with generous comfort options and family-friendly styling. Replacing the manufacturer's stereo in the Chevy Impala adds life on long drives...
Offers outstanding performance and handling, the Chevy Corvette is the sports car of America. The many incarnations of the Chevy Corvette date back to 1953, when the first model hit showrooms. A...
The Chevy Silverado has been a popular work truck for generations but more recently has found a place in the more casual driver's garage. Upgrading the stereo system in the Chevy Silverado...