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How to Replace Car Brakes
Save money on auto repairs by learning how to fix basic problems from your own driveway. This article will cover brake replacement(disk only), how to do it safely and correctly.
Replacing Lug Nuts & Bolts
A plastic wedge is the best tool for removing lug nuts and bolts because it's less likely to damage the wheel or hubcap. Find out how to loosen lug nuts with the appropriate socket with help from...
Timing Belt Replacement: Loosen Motor Mount Bolts
Before removing a timing belt and water pump it is necessary to loosen and remove the three motor mount bolts to get to the back of the engine. Loosen motor mount bolts with tips from a certified...
Lower Timing Belt Cover Removal
Removing bolts from the lower timing belt cover may require moving the car up and down on the floor jack to reach the bolts. Take out a lower timing belt cover with tips from a certified auto...
How to Change an Alternator
When changing an alternator on a car, the first step is to loosen up the negative battery terminal and the belt tension. Remove the bolts and set them aside when removing an alternator with help...
How to Loosen Rusty Nuts, Bolts & Screws
In order to loosen rusty nuts, bolts and screws, use a product called PV Blaster and spray it on the object. Let PV Blaster sit on rusty nuts, bolts and screws for 10 minutes before removing them...
How to Change a Power Steering Pump
When changing a power steering pump, a pulley remover and installer kit are necessary. Find out how to remove three bolts from a power steering pump with help from an auto mechanic in this free...
How to Change Brake Pads
When changing brake pads on a car, make sure the car is jacked up, remove the bolts on the caliper and remove the brake pads. Replace brake pads in a car with help from an auto mechanic in this...
How to Replace Side Mirrors
When replacing side mirrors on a car, the door panel needs to be removed, as well as three bolts that hold the mirror in place. Be careful not to remove the wiring harness when replacing side...
Mazda 626 Water Pump Replacement: Replacing Bolts
Replacing a water pump requires the replacement of other components that need to be tightened. Learn about replacing bolts after replacing a water pump on a Mazda 626 from an auto mechanic in this...
Replacing a Tailgate: Remove Tension Springs
Before removing the hinge bolts, remove the spring tensioner on the lift gate. Learn how to replace a tailgate from a certified professional in this free automotive video.
Replacing a Tailgate: Remove Hinge Bolts
Where your quarter inch air ratchet won't fit, it's nice to always have a ratcheting set of box wrenches for removing hinge bolts. Learn how to replace a tailgate from a certified professional in...
Replacing a Tailgate: Install New Tailgate
It's a good idea to have a second person to help hold the tailgate while installing the bolts to prevent dings and scratches. Learn how to replace a tailgate from a certified professional in this...
Replacing a Tailgate: Set Spacing & Tighten Hinge Bolts
Set the spaces from left to right so it fits properly. Learn how to replace a tailgate from a certified professional in this free automotive video.
Replacing a Tailgate: Re-install Tailgate Tension Spring
In order to install the last two bolts on the tensioner, first install the bolts on the left side of the gate. Learn how to replace a tailgate from a certified professional in this free automotive...
Replacing a Tailgate: Tighten Spring Bolts
Put tape on the bottom of the gate to protect it so it doesn't get scratched when using a ratcheting wrench. Learn how to replace a tailgate from a certified professional in this free automotive...
How to Remove Door Latch Bolts on the Car Frame
Removing door latch bolts on a lift gate latch usually requires using a socket set. Learn how to remove door latch bolts on the car frame in this free auto repair video featuring a certified mechanic.
How to Remove Electric Cooling Fan Mounting Bolts
Removing electric cooling fan mounting bolts should be done with care not to damage the plastic of the radiator. Learn how to remove electric cooling fan mounting bolts in these free auto repair...
How to Install a Radiator Overflow Reservoir
Installing the overflow reservoir for the radiator is done by tightening the bolts and lining up the fasteners. Learn how to install the overflow reservoir for the radiator in these free auto...
How to Remove Your Radiator
Removing your radiator retaining bolts is required for removing your radiator. Learn how to remove the radiator from your vehicle in these free auto repair video instructions.
Installing the U-bolts for Differential Leak Repair
Learn how to install U-bolts in this free series of diy car repair videos from our expert mechanic and body shop owner.
How to Reinstall Valve Bolts
Learn how to replace cracked or broken engine valve covers in this free video clip. Get car and auto repair tips from an expert.
Removing U-bolts of a Drive Shaft for Differential Leak Repair
Learn how to remove U-bolts in this free series of diy car repair videos from our expert mechanic and body shop owner.
Finding a Leak for Differential Leak Repair
Learn how to Differential leak in this free series of diy car repair videos from our expert mechanic and body shop owner.
Removing Brake Drums for Differential Leak Repair
Learn how to remove brake drums in this free series of diy car repair videos from our expert mechanic and body shop owner.
How to Remove Bolts & Valve Cover
Learn how to replace cracked or broken engine valve covers in this free video clip. Get car and auto repair tips from an expert.
Removing Front Strut Mounting Bolts
Strut mounting bolts are made of a hardened, grade-A steel. Learn how to remove front strut mounting bolts on a front-wheel drive vehicle in this free car maintenance video from an automobile...
Removing Front Struts & Upper Mounting Bolts
Grab a strut and pull the knuckle away from the joining surface. Learn how to remove front struts and upper mounting bolts on a front-wheel drive vehicle in this free car maintenance video from an...
Removing Blocker Plate Bolts
Tips for reaching hidden bolts in blocker plates. Learn about gaining access to dashboard lights in a 1996 Ford Explorer in this free auto repair series from a master mechanic.
How to Install a Transmission Flex Plate
Learn how to install a transmission flex plate - free video on car remodeling.
How to Remove Brake Bolts & Calipers
Fixing your cars brakes? Learn how to remove the brake bolts and calipers with expert auto maintenance tips in this free car repair video clip.
How to Remove Upper Strut Mounting Bolts
Learn about replacing the strut mounts on your car by learning how to remove the upper mounting bolt, in this free video.
How to Lube Upper Strut Bolts
Learn about replacing the strut mounts on your car by learning how to lube the upper bolt, in this free video.
How to Remove Strut to Knuckle Mounting Bolts
Learn about replacing the strut mounts on your car by learning how to remove strut to knuckle mounting bolts, in this free video.
Replacing a Head Gasket Valve Cover Bolts
Think you have a blown head gasket in your car? Get step by step instructions on how to replace a head gasket valve cover bolts with expert auto maintenance tips in this free car repair video.
Removing a Head Gasket Valve Cover & Bolts
Think you have a blown head gasket in your car? Get step by step instructions on how to remove a head gasket cover and bolts with expert auto maintenance tips in this free car repair video.
Connecting Car Radiator Cooling Fan
Don't tighten radiator bolts until all are in place. Learn how to reconnect radiator parts after installing a car radiator in this free auto repair video from a master mechanic.
Removing the Final Two Bolts from the Caliper
Changing brake pads on a car can be tough so watch this free video on how to do it yourself to save time and money.
Cracked Cylinder Repair: Transport the Motor
Learn how to transport motor in this free series of cracked cylinder head repair videos from our expert car mechanic and body shop owner.
Cracked Cylinder Repair: Torque Bolts
Learn how to loosen torque bolts in this free series of cracked cylinder head repair videos from our expert car mechanic and body shop owner.
Cracked Cylinder Repair: Jack Up a Car
Learn how to jack up car in this free series of cracked cylinder head repair videos from our expert car mechanic and body shop owner.
Cracked Cylinder Repair: Remove the Mount Bolts
Learn how to remove motor mount bolts in this free series of cracked cylinder head repair videos from our expert car mechanic and body shop owner.
Cracked Cylinder Repair: Remove the Bell Housing
Learn how to remove bell housing and bolts in this free series of cracked cylinder head repair videos from our expert car mechanic and body shop owner.
Cracked Cylinder Repair: Remove the Fan
Learn how to remove cooling fan in this free series of cracked cylinder head repair videos from our expert car mechanic and body shop owner.
Cracked Cylinder Diagnosis: Cylinder Head Bolts
Learn how to remove cylinder head bolts in this free series of cracked cylinder head repair videos from our expert car mechanic and body shop owner.
Cracked Cylinder Diagnosis: Remove the Valve Cover
Learn how to remove valve cover in this free series of cracked cylinder head repair videos from our expert car mechanic and body shop owner.