Auto Repair

There can be a number of reasons why you may need to remove the tailgate door from the back of your pickup. If the tailgate has been damaged, you should remove it for possible repairs or...

The Ford Windstar sliding door panel is much easier to remove than the front door panels. While the front door panels have electronic components, multiple screws and panels to remove, the sliding...

A worn ball joint on a Camaro causes a knocking noise over rough surfaces when beginning to loosen in its pocket. A severely worn ball joint is dangerous inasmuch as it will come out of its pocket...

The manufacturer recommends that the timing belt be replaced every 60,000 miles. From results on the history of this engine, it's important not to exceed this limit. This is an interference engine...

The instrument panel on a PT Cruiser houses the gauge cluster for the vehicle. The instrument panel gives the driver vital information about the water temperature, oil level, speed of the engine...

If the plastic exterior door handle on your Volkswagen is damaged or broken you must first remove the interior door trim panel before removing the handle. Removing the door handle on a Volkswagen...

Replacing a Jeep fender is a common repair for most Jeep owners. By changing the stock fenders and installing new tube fenders you can add wheel clearance height and a custom look to the front end...

You must remove the door panel on a Volkswagen Passat if you need to access any of the wiring behind the door, the window scissor lift, or the lock rod and door handle. The door panel is held in...

The Toyota Camry name is usually associated with quality. This reputation is usually justified, however, no car is perfect, and each will ultimately require repair at some point. Removing and...

The fan clutch on a Toyota is a silicone-filled device that engages the fan when the temperature of the engine rises above the value of the thermostat. As the temperature drops, the fan blade is...

There are two types of CV Joints you may encounter in vehicles: the Rzeppa and Tripod. Some axles come equipped with Rzeppa joints at both ends; other models have an Rzeppa joint at the outerboard...

The alternator in your car provides power to the accessories in the vehicle such as the radio, headlights and ignition coils. It does this by creating current from the turning engine belt. Without...

If you need to replace your clutch, you will have to remove your transmission. Removing your Subaru transmission is straightforward and similar to removing most transmissions with some key...

If you want to replace the speakers in your Nissan Maxima, you'll need to remove the door panel to access them. Removing the door panel is also needed to fix window and door lock components, such...

The brake light switch on the Nissan Altima is responsible for activating the brake lights. Without a functioning switch, the rear brake lights will not light up. For automatic Altimas, the...

The steering column shroud on a Chevy Trailblazer protects the TrailBlazer's internal wiring that runs on the outside of the column. The shroud is held in place with retaining clips. Removing the...

Steering column covers protect the wiring on the steering column that runs to the turn signal, headlight and cruise control switches. To access these switches, you'll need to remove the cover on...

The driveshaft, also known as a propeller shaft, on a C4 Corvette is the long tube that takes power generated by the engine and delivers it to the rear wheels. The drive shaft must be removed if...

If you were involved in a fender bender, it may be cheaper for you in the long run to replace the fender yourself. Rather than make an insurance claim, for example, you might want to simply...

Removing the exterior door handles on a Chevy Celebrity must be done when you are replacing the handle, or lock assembly. The Celebrity's door locking mechanism must be removed before the handles...

Your brakes will develop rust; there is really nothing you can do about it. Even washing your car will cause rust to build up along the brake rotors or outer brake drums. The good news is that...

Removing a door latch from a Ford Focus car is not an easy task. The latch is part of the complete lock assembly, which you must remove. You need to remove the door's inner trim panel and then the...

Most of the time cleaning the inside of a car is a fairly straight forward process, but what if there is a rancid smell that simply won't go away and is too strong to ignore? No worries - there is...

Often times, the smaller the car is, the more difficult maintenance can be. This holds true for the Ford Focus and its fuel tank. If you must remove the tank from the car for any reason, it takes...

Door handles are the most commonly used part of your Jeep Cherokee. They suffer more wear and tear than other parts, since you constantly use them to enter and exit the vehicle. Although door...

The ignition tumblers and the lock cylinder of an ignition lock are a sealed unit. When you remove the ignition tumblers, you must remove the casing along with it. Normally, the only time you must...

Touch up paint on a car is meant to cover areas where the paint has either chipped off or has been burned off from a polishing compound or high-speed buffing machine. However, if you want to...

The ignition tumbler inside the Nissan Quest minivan is secured to the steering column with a retaining clip. The tumblers are small pins inside the cylinder lock that act like a puzzle. When you...

Whether your power windows are broken and you need to get at the regulator, or the armrest is sagging and you'd like a replacement, there are lots of reasons to need to remove your door panels....

The door lock or lock cylinder on a car or truck is a small metal cylinder you insert the vehicle's key into when you want to lock or unlock your door. Lock cylinders usually need to be replaced...

The door locks on Volkswagen vehicles use a lock rod and latch mechanism that sits behind the interior door panel. You must remove the panel to access the door lock. Use a special tool called a...

The Cadillac is considered one of the most luxurious automobiles made by General Motors. However, as a Cadillac gets older, its stereo speakers may begin to wear out. Usually, what fails is the...

A cracked, broken or otherwise damaged window needs to be removed in order to be replaced. If the window regulator has been damaged, you need to temporarily remove the glass to replace the...

Copper components are rare on modern automobiles. However, if your vehicle does use any copper for lead connections or for components, and the copper is starting to corrode, you must remove the...

Motorcycle wheel spokes can rust if they are not well taken care of, or if the spokes are prone to rusting because the finish has been damaged. Rust will eventually destroy a wheel, so it is best...

If you must remove the stereo from your Ford vehicle, the exact method can vary. There are two basic methods: mounting bolts or internal clips. Keep in mind, you might also have to deal with...

When rebuilding an engine, you often find rust in the cylinders. Before installing your pistons and new piston rings, it is essential to remove the rust so that the piston rings ride smoothly...

Replacing the alternator on your Dodge Stealth requires lifting the vehicle. Several other components must be removed to obtain access to the mounting bracket bolts. Although it's not exactly an...

The motor for your Honda Civic's cooling fan should only have to be removed if you are replacing it or some other component within the cooling fan assembly like the fan blades. If the motor isn't...

The gas tank on a Volkswagen is a steel or plastic tank usually located at the rear of the vehicle below the trunk. Over time water or sediment can collect inside the tank and potentially clog the...

The dashboard on a Chevy is held in place primarily with retaining screw bolts and screws. Removing the dashboard is a straightforward process but does require the help of an assistant when...

The doors and the ignition switch in your car use lock cylinders that work with your keys. If you change a lock cylinder, you need to change the key as well. A new lock cylinder should include its...

The steering wheel lock plate holds the steering column bearings in place while providing recesses for the steering wheel locking bolt to latch and lock the steering wheel. Introduced in the...

The headrest on a Buick uses special clips to keep it from coming up all the way out of the seat. Some people don't like the headrest, or want to remove it to so they can install a custom headrest...

Replacing the side-view door mirror on the Buick Regal is a very expensive repair at the local body shop or repair station. Not only are the replacement mirrors expensive, but the labor to install...

The plastic cowl grill on the Ford Mustang is an overlooked part when it comes to detailing your car. The flat-black finish is unprotected and little is done to preserve the factory finish. As a...

The Ford Taurus is known for its durability and long-lasting performance. Because of its long life span, the Taurus might begin to break down on the interior before the exterior. The first step to...

The 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee has a 4.0-liter 6-cylinder engine or a 4.7-liter 8-cylinder. Replacing the water pump in either engine is quite similar. Most commonly, when the water pump fails, it...

Replacing a battery on an automobile is a relatively easy task as most car repairs go. This 2007 Grand Prix is harder than most because of the cars design. This car is loaded with electrical...

Before you paint a car body, you will need to remove the paint that is on the body if it is peeling or bubbling so that when you prime it and paint it the paint will stick and not peel or bubble...