Auto Repair

It has happened to us all... We are driving down the road, and a small rock comes flying up from the car or semi in front of us. It hits our windshield, and we see a crack or damage appear....

Resealing Dodge van windshields needs to be done as soon as you notice a leak develop. Leaks can happen for a variety of reasons. The age of the vehicle often brings with it deterioration in the...

The Mitsubishi Eclipse might start to develop leaks around the windshield over time. This is especially true on older Eclipses. This is a normal part of wear and tear on the vehicle. You can fix...

The windshield washer pump on your Mazda Protege cannot be repaired. When they are faulty, the internal motor has burned up and must be replaced. Fortunately, replacing the washer pump is not...

The inside rear-view mirror allows drivers to see out of the rear window of the vehicle without having to turn around. Over the years the rear-view mirror has grown heavier with courtesy lights,...

Windshield wipers are one component of automobiles that just about everybody takes for granted. Wiper blades are incredibly easy to swap out, yet they are one of the most neglected parts of our...

Windshield glue is a urethane adhesive designed to bond the windshield to the frame of a vehicle. The glue uses a primer to activate a black band on the windshield, called a frit band; it allows...

Cracked windshields are a sure ticket in most states, but going to a shop to get a replacement put in can be expensive and time-consuming. The obvious solution is to replace the windshield...

If the windshield on your Chevrolet Blazer is cracked, even slightly, chances are that the crack will continue to get worse over time. In most states a cracked windshield is an automatic ticket,...

Windshield glue consists of urethane caulking and a primer which allows the glass to bond to the urethane and the frame of the vehicle. The urethane is typically black, and is applied to the frame...

The wiper motor on a 1994 Grand Prix powers the windshield wipers. While there is no service life for the motor, they do tend to wear out after 100,000 miles. If your wiper motor has failed, you...

Windshield glue is typically just urethane adhesive. The adhesive is applied using a caulking gun and is normally black in color. It's used primarily to secure the windshield to the frame of a...

If your Honda is having problems and you're worried about the bill from the mechanic, try doing a few things home by yourself. With car repair costs on the increase and worries about the...

Windshield wipers squeaking and streaking annoy even drivers of new cars! And replacement wiper blades cost $20 or so for the pair. Why not use a simple technique to get your wiper blades to work...

It happens to all of us. We get stuck somewhere with a car problem and realize that there’s no repair shop nearby. Mr. Turtledove went through seven years of college and experienced many kinds...

A rearview mirror on a car or light truck is glued to the center of the windshield inside the passenger compartment. Over time the adhesive bond that connects the mirror mounting plate to the...

The cause of most windshield wiper problems often can be difficult to determine, particularly since the entire wiper system is located underneath the dashboard. Thankfully, the causes of most...

Wobbling windshield wipers are not only annoying, but can be dangerous as well. Over time, the bolt attaching your wiper arm to your wiper motor can become loose. When this happens, it will be...

The inside rearview mirror on a Chevy Suburban is held on by special glue called rear view mirror adhesive, which you can purchase at any parts store. This is the only type of adhesive that works....

A slow window washer on your vehicle is indicative of a faulty wiper motor, since the motor is what drives the windshield wipers. To troubleshoot the system, you'll want to check the motor and do...

The windows of your car are constantly exposed to harsh weather, road debris and other elements of nature, causing an inevitable wear and tear to the glass. Some of these scratches may appear to...

Windshields can occasionally be repaired instead of replaced, depending on what the damage is. Repair shops use a special resin that will fill up a chip or crack and make the windshield look like...

The windshield wiper motor controls the function of the wiper arms and blades. Slow or sluggish wiper blade action indicates a dying wiper motor. Because windshield wiper motors are sealed units,...

One of the most exposed parts of your car is the windshield. Since it is just a pane of glass, any small rock kicked up by another vehicle can cause chips or cracks. For larger cracks, you may...

The windshield wipers on a Range Rover are a vital safety component. The rubber blades on the wiper need to be checked every six months for wear or deterioration. Ideally, you should replace them...

A wiper arm on a Toyota is a stamped steel piece that connects the wiper blade assembly to the drive motor. Ice, tree branches or heavy rains can sometime cause these pieces to bend and even...

Pin-type windshield wipers use a clip to secure the wiper blade to the wiper arm. The pin is what the arm "grabs" onto at the wiper blade and arm joint. Check and replace your wiper blades every...

So, you’ve decided to keep your old car instead of buying a new one? By following these guidelines you can keep your older car in tip-top condition for years to come.

If you need to replace the windshield glass in your vehicle, this will take at least two people. Also, the exact shape and size of the glass you need will vary, and some precise steps in the...

If a windshield has been cracked or otherwise damaged, you need to replace it before the damage becomes greater. The exact replacement procedure--along with the actual size of the glass--will vary...

Reflex wiper blades are special wiper blades that do not use a traditional wiper hinge. Instead, the blade uses a semi-rigid design that conforms to the windshield to prevent streaking and...

A cracked or broken windshield, either in the front or the back, is a dangerous thing to be driving with. A damaged windshield needs to be removed immediately for replacement. The exact removal...

The rubber molding that surrounds a windshield protects the glass edge and helps prevent dirt and debris from working their way into the urethane sealant once the windshield is installed. To...

Windshield wiper blades on VW Jettas are considered routine maintenance and should be replaced every year to ensure proper functioning and visibility. Repairing the windshield wipers on your Jetta...

The windshield of your car protects you from the elements. If keeps you from being exposed to rain, heat, snow and wind. The windshield acts as a shield against debris and bugs and can even...

If you have been driving behind another car or truck, only to have a rock fly up and crack your windshield, you know how frustrating it can be. Instead of taking it into an auto repair shop for an...

A sawzall is the informal name for a reciprocating saw tool, a hand-held saw used for a variety of cutting jobs. Although removing windshield urethane with a sawzall is awkward, it can be done....

The windshield on a Pontiac GTO will need to be replaced if there is a stone chip or crack in the it that measures more than an inch in length. When you've removed the windshield, there is a...

The windshield molding on a Lincoln Town Car covers the outside edges of the car's windshield. It is made of rubber and helps to seal out debris and water. If this trim molding cracks or dries...

Rock or stone chips are the most common causes of damage to a windshield. The Ford Taurus can be prone to this type of damage due to its ride height. This is especially true of older models of the...

The windshield on your Chrysler Plymouth only needs to be replaced when you have a stone chip or crack in the windshield that is larger than 1 inch in length. When you've removed the windshield,...

The Fiero sits rather low to the ground. This low center of gravity gives the Fiero excellent handling, but also makes it prone to a lot of stone chips. These tiny cracks can quickly spread, and...

The windshield wiper fluid pump dispenses the windshield washer fluid. Tubing is connected to the bottom of the washer fluid reservoir that runs to the pump which draws it down from the reservoir...

The windshield wiper arm on the Chevy Silverado is attached to a wiper motor located under the cowl at the base of the windshield. When the wiper arm needs to be replaced, it's usually because the...

Installing a windshield is essentially the opposite of the process to remove it. However, there are some key steps that you need to be aware of while installing windshields. You must be especially...

At one end of the safety spectrum, a chipped or cracked windshield can be an annoyance. At the other end, a cracked windshield can be a serious safety issue. How your windshield should be repaired...

Windshields only need to be replaced when there is significant damage to the glass. Since a crack can quickly spread, the decision to change a windshield can change from year to year or from...

The cowl on a Mustang is the plastic trim piece that protects the windshield wiper motor. It sits on the outside of the car at the base of the windshield. The wiper blade arms protrude through two...

The rear view mirror on your Chevrolet Camaro is an important safety feature which allows you to see what drivers are doing behind you. Over time the chemical bond between the steel mounting plate...

It's surprising, how many people do not know how to replace their windshield wipers on their car. It is so easy to do. You should not need instructions to do this. I will show you how to replace...