Car Maintenance

If your engine is responding sluggishly to acceleration or is not starting at all, you may have a faulty fuel pump. The fuel pump in a Ford Windstar is inserted into the fuel tank and powered by...

You may be wondering how you are going to put a new fuel pump in your Chevy Aveo, because the pump is inside the tank and the tank is not accessible from underneath the car. Fortunately, the Aveo...

The coolant tank of your vehicle acts as both a recovery tank for coolant that overflows from the radiator and, in some cases, as a fill area for the system. If a crack appears in the tank, you'll...

Most of us drive our cars every day and fill the tanks with gas much too often. With gas prices fluctuating wildly over the last couple of years, it’s clear that anything we can do to cut our gas...

Troubleshooting a faulty fuel system could lead to replacing the fuel pump or the fuel tank. In either situation you will have to pull the tank down. The Ford fuel tank is in the back of the...

A vehicle's fuel filter has the responsibility of catching any debris and sediment from the fuel before it enters the engine. The filtration process starts at the fuel tank where the fuel pump is...

Tank MotorSports inspects its products carefully before before they are shipped. The Tank 150cc Touring Scooter is shipped in a metal angle iron crate for protection. It is recommended that a...

For most motorists, the relationship between their vehicles and themselves is multi-faceted. In most cases, people appreciate their vehicles because of the mobility and the sense of freedom and...

Vintage Vespa scooter repair is generally pretty straightforward once you have a proper repair manual and some experience going through the process. One of the easier tasks is to remove and...

Replacing your inline fuel filter is essential to the smooth operation of your motor. The filter is designated to remove any sediment or debris from your fuel system before it reaches your motor....

Restoring a car involves redoing every part of the vehicle, including the gas tank. Many times, old vehicles have rusty gas tanks that don't appear to be salvageable. Fortunately, there are lots...

Diesel tanks have a tendency to attract algae if the tank is allowed to sit for an extended period of time without being filled. This is partially due to the nature of diesel fuel. Algae presents...

Every now an then, you may find it necessary to remove your motorcycle's gas tank and keep it in storage for a while. Perhaps you are rebuilding your bike or you are effecting a repair that takes...

Installing the fuel tank on your Ford Escort does not have to be a problem. The tank when empty is very light and requires minimum effort to hold it in place while you tighten the straps. The...

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...

The fuel filter on your vehicle is designed to prevent contaminants or particles from getting into the engine from the gas tank. The fuel filter can generally be found in the engine compartment of...

Motorcycle gas tanks generally get a lot of wear and tear during use. This weathering often takes the form of scratches and even gouges in the tank. While serious and deep gashes will have to be...

There are a number of factors that may require you to reline your gas tank. Rust in the tank, shellac buildup from sitting with old gas, a desire to return the tank to its factory condition: these...

Sea Foam Motor Treatment is a petroleum product that liquefies and cleans internal engine components of varnish and gummy oil and fuel. Old trucks, cars and motorcycles sitting for long periods of...

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...

There are many reasons you may want to replace the fuel lines in your vehicle, including a worn rubber fuel line and shellac deposits in a metal line. Or perhaps you are not happy with the...

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...

The BMW E34 uses a bleed screw to remove air from the cooling system. While some vehicles use a bottom radiator hose or the radiator cap itself for this job, BMW has chosen this simpler method to...

If you must ever remove the gasoline from your vehicle's fuel tank, you must do so safely and correctly. Never attempt to siphon out gasoline by mouth, as the risk of ingesting it is highly...

Portable air tanks typically range in capacity from 5 gallons to 8 gallons. The light weight of the small cylindrical tank makes it ideal for adding air to a low-pressure automobile tire. The air...

Gas tanks become rusty when they have sat for a long period of time without being full of gas. The air inside the tank draws moisture and causes oxidation on the walls of the tank, which...

Draining gasoline from vehicles poses a difficult process for many, and a few different techniques are available for doing so. Due to rampant theft of fuel from vehicles via siphoning, most modern...

If your fuel gauge has been misbehaving, then it may be time to replace the sensor in the gas tank. Inaccurate readings, showing that the tank is always full (or empty) are sure signs that it is...

Contrary to popular belief, gasoline does in a sense "go bad." When storing your Harley Davidson for the winter, fuel should be drained from the tank so as not to damage the workings of your...

Fuel filters serve much the same purpose as oil and air filters, but they are specifically designed to protect your vehicle's gas tank, fuel lines and fuel injector or carburetor.

People talk about your gas mileage all the time, but how do you figure out what the average gas mileage you get is? Over time, gas mileage can fluctuate depending on how well the vehicle is taken...

As your car ages, normal wear and tear can affect the fuel line. Connectors and fittings corrode, and weathering of the fuel line itself forms cracks in the line material. The fuel line begins at...

I'm going to give some tips on how to save gas while your driving. These are basic tips that will give your car a little extra mpgs per tank. Once you get use to them they'll become second nature.

If too much rust accumulates inside a gas tank, it can reduce your vehicle's efficiency in burning fuel. According to the website Modern Muscle Cars, rust can clog the gas lines leading to the...

Most of us have driven a hoopty or two in our lifetime. Maybe your gas gauge went out and you can’t afford to fix it at the moment. Ever wish you knew how to calculate your speed without a...

Inside the vehicle's fuel tank is a plastic component known as a float. It is attached to the side of the tank using a tiny metal arm set up with a hinge, which allows the plastic "float" part to...

A fuel leak from a gas tank can not only be costly but can be very dangerous if the leak were to catch on fire. Several things can cause a gas leak including rusting of the straps holding the...

Don't worry; it's not your fault. This kind of thing happens; fuel tanks crack. It's time to stop obsessing over the problem; it's time to fix it. Do not skip ahead just yet. Before fixing the...

The best time to change the fuel filter or filters on your car is at your manufacturer suggested intervals. This will ensure proper engine operation and performance. However, there might be other...

Whether your vehicle is a car, truck, SUV or tractor, proper fuel system maintenance is critical to long engine life and trouble-free operation. The fuel system's job is to deliver fuel to the...

With the proper approach, a motorcycle can be painted in your garage to impressive effect. A paint job at a professional body shop can run into the hundreds or even thousands of dollars, but it's...

Worn fuel pump components like valves and bearings and problems in the pump electrical circuit can cause low or high pressure in the fuel system. However, these components are not the only ones...

Draining the fuel tank on a Hewes Craft Sportsman fishing boat is done primarily as a means of winterizing the boat. By draining the fuel tank, you can use the gasoline that's in the boat's fuel...

Just about everyone has heard of the notion that putting sugar in a gas tank will destroy a car engine. But is it really true? While putting sugar in a car's gas tank won't always destroy an...

In this economic environment, we all need to lower expenses where we can. One area where this can be done is by saving on gas costs for your car. There are a few simple in which we can get a...

When a gasoline tank for a motor has not been utilized in a long time, there is a good possibility the tank needs to be cleaned. Old gasoline, rust or sludge that is in the tank can clog and cause...

The gas filter, or fuel filter, on a Ford F-150 is responsible for cleaning the fuel before it enters the engine. Contaminants can enter the fuel system through the gas tank. This happens because...

Whether you drive a car, truck or motorcycle, if you really on gas to get around, your gasoline tank is going to get dirty, on the inside as well as the outside. Getting rid of rust isn't the only...

There are multiple reasons you may need to remove your vehicle's fuel tank. If it has collected many contaminants from the fuel over time, you may need to remove it for cleaning. Some vehicles...

I think most of us are familiar with the ill effects that excess water buildup in your car's gasline or gas tank can have. Your car may run slower, jumpier or sometimes not even start at all. By...