Car Maintenance

The mass air flow sensor on a Pontiac controls the air flowing through the intake system. When this sensor fails, your Pontiac will have a hard time starting and you may experience frequent...

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...

The distributor rotor is a small but important plastic device located inside of the distributor. As the motor spins, the rotor spins with it, sending a spark signal to each spark plug wire, which...

this article will show you how easy it is to check and change your transmission fluid in any late 80"s toyota pickup

The Honda Rubicon is a rugged ATV for riding everywhere and anywhere. However, riding in adverse conditions, such as in the rain, or on uneven surfaces, like mud and gravel, will require more...

When an engine is made, it is molded from molten metal. This process involves a cast, which must eventually be removed from the now formed engine. The cooling system is handled this way as well,...

Changing the spark plug wires on a Ford Contour is not much different than any car out there. The procedure is not difficult, but you do have to pay strict attention to details so as not to mix...

Many of us wish that we could bring our laptop or other appliance into our vehicles. The problem is that our vehicles run on 12V, and that the normal things we plug in are 115/120V. I will show...

With a basic oil change at almost $20-$30 a pop, why wouldnt you change your own oil to save money? It has to be one of the easiest things you could ever do. The first time is always the...

Changing oil in your own automobile can save you money from having some on else do the labor for you. It can seem to be difficult if you are not familiar with automobiles, but it is not that...

Routinely changing the oil and oil filter for your car is basic and neccessary vehicle maintenance. Doing so will help keep your car running smoother and more efficiently for longer. To be on...

Gasoline burns relatively slowly. It is not the explosion we all imagine, but a slower, controlled burn. As the fuel burns in a car, the hot gases expand with an increasing pressure until the...

For those of you that pay the high prices to get your vehicle's oil changed, this article will explain to you that you can do it yourself in a short time and save on the labor costs! This is...

Why take your car to an expensive shop to change a broken front light? Step by step instructions on how to do it yourself.

Want to save some money on car maintenance? Try changing your own oil. It is not as hard as one might think. One of the most important things you can do to keep your car lasting for many years is...

Checking an engine for blow by requires expertise not usually found in a do it yourself set-up. Certain steps will require precision instruments and expert knowledge to read the instruments and do...

An engine's sparkplug is an essential part of the ignition system. At the end of the plug is a small gap between the plug and the electrode. Spark jumps across this gap and provides the engine's...

This article will provide you with the basics to replacing the spark plugs in your vehicle. Learning how to do this can save you hundreds on repair shop bills just for a basic tune-up.

For all you people who go to the shop and end up paying an arm and a leg to have your oil changed you can do it yourself. This ca be done very easily while the car is on the ground . If you do...

It's hard to defend whether to plug a tire, let alone repair an existing plug in a tire. Tire manufacturers, auto mechanics and tire plug companies can't even agree amongst their industries, let...

Engine hoists are a valuable tool in any automotive shop. The ability to move heavy objects with ease makes a good hoist a necessity for a serious mechanic. However, like all machines that are...

Check the headlights on your Buick Lucerne every six months to make sure they are functioning normally. You can buy replacement bulbs at any auto parts store. You'll need the part number on the...

Spark plug wires on your Chevy Beretta should be replaced every 30,000 miles. The plug wires are responsible for delivering the spark to the engine cylinders from the power distributor. This is a...

Honda Metropolitans are one of the most popular scooters. Known for their reliability, they are not as prone to breaking down as other brands of scooters; however, you can keep your Metropolitan...

Changing the oil in a 7.3L Powerstroke Diesel Engine is the most important maintenance procedure on this particular engine. Not only does the oil lubricates the engine but the oil is also what...

Taking your 50cc motorcycle to a shop or a dealer for an oil change can be expensive and time consuming considering that with the right tools you can change your motorcycle's oil in the driveway...

"Timing" refers to the time when the engine's distributor sends an electrical current to the engine's number one spark plug wire. If the engine is not timed correctly, performance and fuel millage...

Home maintenance of your Toyota Tacoma truck gets more difficult with each new model as the engines get more complex. Most work on truck parts is best left for a professional to replace when...

The Chevy Beretta spark plug wires are in the back of the car due to the fact that the Beretta uses a mid-mount engine design. After 30,000 miles, the spark plugs in the Beretta should be changed....

A luxury car like a Mercedes will not last long without proper care and maintenance. There are many maintenance operations on the car that are best left to professionals. However, there are some...

Synthetic oils were specifically designed to help engines run cleaner in an effort to extend the useful life of the engine, but the largest advantages to using synthetic oil are realized once the...

Automobile starters are precision machines, designed to ignite a small amount of fuel so that the engine can be cranked with the smallest amount of work possible. The timing of the ignition must...

A broken transmission is one of the most costly repairs your car could ever need. You will need to change your transmission fluid every 30,000 to 60,000 miles, to ensure the long life of your...

The Nissan Frontier truck needs regular maintenance like any vehicle. The fluids and other parts need to be changed out at certain intervals of time or mileage. They also should be regularly...

Like any vehicle, your Ford Expedition truck needs regular maintenance and service to keep it running in top condition. Basic maintenance includes checking the levels of fluids and condition of...

Many people who drive Ford Mustangs care about the car's performance, so keeping it in good condition is vital to them. Regular maintenance on the Mustang mainly involves inspecting and/or...

To keep your Chevy Astro van in good condition, you or a mechanic need to perform some basic maintenance on it regularly. There are certain parts of the vehicle you need to inspect and/or replace...

Changing your oil can be an inconvenience in our busy lifestyle. Often times you are left waiting in line or are offered an undesirable appointment. It is recommended that you change your oil...

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...

Your car's engine needs to be tuned every 30,000 miles. A full tune-up requires a number of checks and changes for every type of vehicle and a few more steps depending mainly on the year of your...

Setting the ignition timing on a Chevrolet 383 engine syncs the timing of the distributor with the movement of the pistons. Maladjusted ignition timing can cause poor performance and internal...

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...

Your car's radiator and coolant system must be clean in order to keep your call cool. Over time, your coolant system builds up deposits which ruin the cooling system. A simple coolant system...

Spark plug wires help transmit an electrical pulse to your spark plugs, which allow your engine to start and run smoothly. Replacing spark plug wires is one of the most simple repairs that can be...

Help your car avoid "Black Death" and save money at the same time! An oil change only takes a few minutes and can be done almost anywhere. Your engine needs an oil change every...

Airplanes are currently the fastest and easiest way to travel around the world. Flight safety is in the hands of aircraft technicians. Their job is to make sure everything works perfectly and that...

If you are need of instructions on plugging in your electrical brakes for a trailer, I have provided an example for a FORD f-150. You will of course customize this for your auto.

Replacing the spark plug wires is simple and a must to insure proper maintenance of your vehicle. It will help it to run longer and better.

Today, I will be removing a dent on my vehicle with a hair dryer and compressed air. I actually didn’t think this was possible at first, but I tried it and it worked. To get a better idea of how...

The spark plug wires on your 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue deliver the spark from the distributor to the spark plug. The spark plug wires (also called plug wires) are capped at both ends to ensure an...