Car Maintenance

People that maintain and repair their own vehicles and equipment will eventually have a situation where they need a hydraulic press. Handymen seldom need a hydraulic press unless they don't have...

There are several reasons why you might need to install longer wheel studs, which are the component that the wheels are fastened to. If you are planning on running wheel spacers on your car to...

A properly functioning floor jack is an essential part of any auto shop. From the dealership garage to the guy who does all his own maintenance, floor jacks allow you to lift the vehicle off the...

Changing the oil filter on your Suzuki automobile is essential for the smooth operation of the vehicle's engine. The filter, as the name suggests, filters out contaminates in the oil and helps to...

You may need to lift your Jeep to perform general maintenance such as oil changes and more involved procedures such as brake service. Lifting your Jeep is a relatively easy process if you follow...

Floor jacks enable the safe lifting of vehicles for maintenance work. They are sturdier and safer choice over the standard scissor jacks that most vehicles are equipped with for emergency use....

The first step in replacing your fuel pump or replacing the fuel tank is removing the existing tank. You'll also need to remove the tank if you're attempting to repair the gas gauge. The fuel...

Getting a flat tire can quickly ruin a good day. If you discover that your car has a flat, it is important to safely stop driving on the damaged tire as soon as possible, to prevent further damage...

Floor jacks lift objects by hydraulic pressure which is generated by forcing fluids from one area into another area. Generally these areas are cylinders, and one cylinder is larger than the other....

Auto Specialties Manufacturing (AUSCO) started making car jacks in the 1930's. Today, US Jack Co. continues the tradition of quality products using the AUSCO brand name. AUSCO jacks are...

A T1000 Transmission Jack is a high-end automobile jack designed to elevate cars for changing tires and performing routine maintenance.

Replacing leaf spring bushings on your vehicle can be a big job, but if you have the right tools, a little patience, and time, you can do it in a weekend. Leaf spring bushings serve to isolate...

Crap! Your tire went flat on the way home from work or blew out on your vaction trip. Why spend the time and money calling and waiting and waiting and waiting for assistance? You can have your...

Chevy Astro vans have the fuel pump located inside the gas tank. This is the primary reason why the design of the gas tank allows for it to be removed with relative ease compared to other styles...

Gas tanks need removal for various reasons. They can become contaminated with water or some other substance, in which case they have to be removed and completely flushed out so that no damage is...

We all agree that proper maintainence will increase gas mileage and longevity of your vehicle. But saving at the pump is not the only place you can save. You can save a lot by doing your own...

One-man brake bleeding is most often accomplished using a hand-held vacuum pump to draw air out of the brake system. While the air is drawn out, new brake fluid is drawn into the system using the...

Rust is a terrible problem, and one type of material is particularly susceptible to rust, cast steel. On most cars, the brake calipers are made of cast steel, and as such, can get surface rust and...

Replacing the brake pads on your Mercury Topaz will save you time and money. The brake pads are the front lines in your stopping power, and maintenance will ensure your car always stops correctly...

The shocks are an integral part of your suspension, and when they go out, you can have problems with tire wear and handling, and you could potentially get into an accident. Fixing the problem is...

If you've got a vehicle with a driveline alignment problem, then you know all about vibrations and problems when driving at high speeds. The problem is that the angle on the driveline is too steep...

Corrosion and heavy loads take their toll on the leaf springs of a Ford Ranger over time, making them lose their ride height. You can send the leaf springs to the auto repair shop for maintenance...

The Miata is a two-seat roadster produced by Mazda from 1989 to the present. The Miata was designed as a unibody vehicle, meaning it does not have a full frame underneath it. Therefore, Miata...

Jacking up a car is an easy procedure if the proper precautions and steps are followed. There are many procedures that require raising the rear end, including brake repair, axle removal and brake...

The C5 Corvette is an American-made muscle car built by Chevrolet. While maintaining a large amount of the feel and performance of earlier Corvettes, the C5 brings modern styling and daily driver...

Hydraulic floor jacks are constructed from a horizontally placed pump jack assembly that lays between two metal support pieces. Below the metal supports are four metal wheels. The wheels allow the...

The 1999 Oldsmobile came standard with a sequential port fuel injection system and 3.1-liter V-6 engine, but replacing the fuel filter is similar for all engines and body styles. These vehicles...

Hydraulic floor jacks make lifting vehicles a solo task. Whether changing a tire or lifting the vehicle to change the oil, a floor jack is part of the do-it-yourselfer's tool repertoire. The...

This eHow will teach you step by step how to remove and replace the struts on a Neon. Dodge, Plymouth and Chrysler.

The Dana 35 axle was introduced by MOPAR in 1948 as a lightweight but durable front axle for practically every four-wheel drive vehicle made by the company. It uses a 7.562-inch ring gear and...

The CV drive axle in your car connects your transmission to your drive wheels, allowing the drive shaft to turn the wheels at a constant velocity regardless of terrain. A joint connects the two...

Cutting a Mustang's springs is a cheaper alternative to purchasing and installing lowering springs, which can cost several hundred dollars. Simply cutting them is free and will result in a lower...

Fixing a flat tire or performing a little routine maintenance is a fact of life when you own a car or truck. While many people prefer to hand off auto problems to their mechanic, others prefer to...

If you need to remove the transmission from your Chevy truck, you can do so with the right equipment and tools. You should also refer to your owner's manual. If you don't have an owners manual you...

Tire rotation is recommended every 5000 miles as by car manufacturers or with every oil change. The Quattro is a different beast with its 4 wheel drive, and requires tire rotation different from...

The alternator on your 1994 Diamante works like a generator, producing electrical current that is stored in the vehicle's battery. However, over time or due to faulty parts, the alternator can...

A wheel stud is the bolt that holds the tire on the vehicle. Operating a vehicle with a broken wheel stud can be extremely dangerous. There are several steps to take to remove the broken stud. In...

The alternator belts used on the Dodge Neon can crack due to the changes in weather temperature or just wear out from usage. Regular maintenance of the belt is needed to keep your vehicle running...

The transmission of your car is a mechanism that changes the gears of the engine as you drive. The transmission makes your car go, and if it is not in top shape, you can be left sitting still...

The timing belt on a VW GTI 1.8T is a common maintenance area. However, replacing the belt is quite time-consuming and is therefore expensive to have the dealer perform this part of routine...

You've notice a squealing sound coming from the front of your car when you apply the brakes. Chances are, you need new brake pads. You could take the car in, have it checked out and have the...

A vehicle's oil pan is a metal pan that is attached to the bottom of an engine's crankcase. The oil pan is typically made of steel and can be removed. After the oil circulates through a vehicle's...

The oxygen sensor in a Dodge helps to monitor the air-to-fuel ratio by testing the emissions coming out of the exhaust. It gathers the data from the exhaust and sends a signal back to the Dodge's...

Hydraulic jacks are used to raise heavy items. Oil is forced through a series of valves by the action of a hand pump. The oil then lifts a ram inside a sealed cylinder. The hydraulic jack,...

Hydraulic jacks, whether they are bottle or floor jack types, have the same basic internal construction and operation. You close the release valve, insert the handle into the pump lever, pump the...

Winter time is almost on top of us again and it is time to get our cars serviced to prepare for the cold weather. One of the key maintenance jobs an your car is to flush your radiator and fill it...

Finding the jack points on any car including Audi A6 can be daunting the first time around. You want to avoid injury and also damage to the car. This guide explain the proper placement of the jack...

Rotating your tires is key in proper tire wear. By staying current on your vehicle maintenance, your tires can last much longer than the suggested mileage. Not to mention tires can be the lead...

It takes about 10 min or less to do an oil change - saves you about 20 dollars - and gives you the satisfaction of stickin' it to "iffy lube!"

Replacing the shocks on a BMW is an inevitable aspect of routine maintenance and upkeep of these cars. Generally speaking, a set of stock shocks will last around 60,000 miles, at which point they...