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Consult eHow’s collection of auto repair How Tos before visiting the mechanic. Diagnose car problems from the muffler to the headlights and save a bundle in the process. Charging a dead battery or fixing a flat tire? eHow’s got the basics covered. Bumper crunched following a fender bender? eHow’s even got helpful suggestions about repairing minor dents and dings. Whether fixing it yourself or arming yourself with knowledge so you don’t get taken to the cleaners at the body shop, eHow can help.

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  • How to Install Fuel Pumps

    Automotive fuel pumps use a vacuum diaphragm to push fuel through a series of steel and rubber lines to the intake manifold of a vehicle. In modern cars and trucks, they are commonly installed in...

  • How to Replace a Buick Regal Door Mirror

    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...

  • How to Attach Torch Handles

    Oxy-acetylene torches are a common tool on jobs that require modification to steel. Torches are used to cut, notch, and braze thick steel beams and heavy metal plate. Unlike other methods of...

  • 1994 Chevy Suburban Power Window Help

    The 1994 Chevrolet Suburban was manufactured with optional power windows that use a motorized regulator to move the window glass. Several factors can cause window failure, including the battery,...

  • How to Install a Chevrolet Blazer Fuel Pump

    Chevrolet Blazers use submerged fuel pumps that are mounted to the top of the fuel tank, making them a challenge to replace when they fail. Complete disconnection and removal of the fuel tank is...

  • How to Repair Body Damage Using a Dent Puller

    Auto body damage is something that every car owner tries to avoid, however, sometimes it is just inevitable that your vehicle will suffer a few dents or dings. Taking your car to a body shop in...

  • How to Replace Glow Plugs in a Tractor

    The glow plugs in a tractor work the same as glow plugs in any diesel engine. However, their exact location may differ according to the tractor. Because engine size and design ultimately determine...

  • 1994 Dodge Radiator Removal

    The 1994 Dodge cars and trucks use a pressurized coolant system to stabilize engine temperatures. A critical part of this system is the radiator, which uses finned coils to transfer heat from the...

  • Auto Circuit Breakers Vs. Fuses

    Auto circuit breakers and fuses perform similar functions, in that they both are designed to break an electrical circuit when there is an electrical overload. However, there are distinct...

  • How to Replace Civic Window Trim

    Hondas are very popular cars for their reliability and longevity. But even if the vehicle lasts for 200,000 miles, the trim and paint may not. One of the parts that wears on a Honda Civic is the...

  • Porsche Brake Problems

    Porsche produces vehicles in 2009 that are well known for both their looks and durable performance. Like most car brands, automobiles manufactured by Porsche can encounter a variety of issues, the...

  • How to Remove Glue From a Windshield

    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...

  • How to Stop Brake Rotor Rust

    Rust is common on a car's brake rotors. Because these parts are out of the sunlight, moisture can easily build up within the brakes and lead to rust. The good news is that rust on the brake rotors...

  • How a Siphon Gun Works

    First, the paint is poured into a quart-sized reservoir that has a special one-way valve on the top. This valve allows air to flow inside the reservoir while preventing the paint from spilling out...

  • About a Catalytic Converter

    Catalytic converters are a vital part of any automotive emission system. These devices use heat to chemically react (catalyze) with harmful emissions like carbon monoxide, nitric oxides and...

  • How to Get Rid of Rust on Car Paint

    Getting rid of rust on car paint is hard. Rust tends to spread rather fast and can hide underneath paint if it begins behind a panel that you cannot see. Since moisture can get to places that are...

  • How to Remove Glue From Chrome

    Removing glue from chrome must be done with care because it is easy to scratch chrome. Because of this, removing glue from chrome is a tedious process. You will need adhesive remover and a few...

  • How to Remove Stubborn Brake Bolts

    Removing stubborn brake bolts is tricky since rust and corrosion often set into these types of bolts. Brake dust, road salt (in northern climates or areas near the ocean) and high humidity can all...

  • Slide Hammer Instructions

    Slide hammers come in two main sizes, large and small, and are typically used for driving rods into the ground or removing dents from cards. The main difference between the two, aside from size,...

  • Manual Vs. Automatic Gas Mileage

    The question of efficiency differences between manual and automatic transmissions was once easily understood. Manuals resulted in better gas mileage, and automatics were easier to drive. If that...

  • How to Use Metal Drill Bits Correctly

    Drill bits used to drill metal are prone to wear. Properly using the drill bit lengthens the life of the bit and allows you to drill holes easier. The main factor that wears a drill bit is...

  • How to Restore a Mustang Cowl Grill

    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...

  • How to Remove the First Layer of Paint From Metal

    If you want to make your vehicle last, it is essential to keep the exterior clean. Paint chips and scratches allow water and the elements to penetrate deep into the vehicle's shell, causing rust....

  • What Is a Long Block?

    A complete engine is broken down into two basic sub-assemblies: The long block and the short block. The short block includes the block and rotating assembly (crankshaft, rods, and pistons). The...

  • How to Change the Fuel Filters on Ford Diesel Motors

    Ford trucks equipped with diesel engines have been around since 1983. The Ford diesel engine costs more than its gasoline counterpart, but the expense is offset by better fuel economy, more power...

  • Suzuki XL7 Problems

    The XL7 was a mid-size SUV available from Japanese automaker Suzuki Motor Corporation between 1998 and 2009. The vehicle was sold alongside the compact Vitara model. The XL7 was redesigned for the...

  • How to Install a Cavalier Air Intake

    The air intake system on a Chevrolet Cavalier funnels a massive amount of air to the engine. The intake system itself is essentially nothing more that a large piece of plastic tubing with an air...

  • How to Install a Distributor on a Ford

    Installing the distributor in a Ford is similar to many other American small- and big-block engines. You must block the distributor correctly. This means that the actual position of installation...

  • How to Replace Lumina A/C Compressor

    A common problem with the air conditioning system in the Chevy Lumina is leaking seals in the compressor. It is no longer legal to vent air conditioning refrigerant into the atmosphere, so...

  • How to Repair a Rusted Auto Frame

    Rusted car and truck frames need to be repaired before the damage makes the auto unsafe to drive. A weak frame can increase the likelihood of driver injury during an accident. In some cases it can...

  • What Does a Ignition Throttle Position Sensor Do?

    The crankshaft position sensor and throttle position sensor are perhaps the the only parts of an electronic fuel injection system that the computer simply cannot function without. The throttle...

  • How to Replace Intrepid 3.5 Oxygen Sensors

    Check the oxygen sensors on a Dodge Intrepid 3.5 after roughly 100,000 miles. If the sensor fails, you will probably notice your vehicle running richer. You'll notice a stronger fuel smell in the...

  • How to Remove a Door Panel in a Ford Taurus

    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...

  • How to Install Small Block Chevy Distributors

    A small-block Chevy distributor distributes the power through the sparkplug wires to the sparkplugs. This electrical charge produces the spark necessary to cause the fuel inside the combustion...

  • How to Wire a Wide-Band O2 Sensor

    A wide-band oxygen sensor works just like a narrow-band O2 sensor, except that it is used for high-performance tuning applications. The sensor measures a broader range of air-flow specifications...

  • How to Install the Water Pump on a 2005 Toyota Prius

    Toyota started producing the Prius in Japan in 1997, and the car was introduced into the United States in 2001. The Prius is considered a hybrid car, meaning that it is powered by a small gasoline...

  • How to Identify GM Automatic Transmissions

    GM has manufactured several types of transmissions over the years. If you need one for a project, knowing what you've got comes in handy. Identifying a GM automatic transmission can be done with a...

  • How to Remove a GM Power Steering Pump Pully

    The power steering pump is a key part of your vehicle, and if it goes out, steering can get sloppy and jerky, potentially causing an accident. Replacing a power steering pump isn't that simple;...

  • Ford Power Window Motor Replacement Instructions

    Replacing the power window motor in most Fords requires removing the door panel and some door components. The average backyard mechanic can replace a Ford power window motor in about 30 minutes.

  • Ford 4.2 Engine Problems

    The Ford 4.2-liter V-6 engine, commonly known as the Canadian Essex engine, overcame early gasket problems to become a dependable long-running motor. Those early problems, however, dogged the...

  • How to Install Rack & Pinion

    The rack and pinion system in your vehicle is key to proper steering and safety. If yours goes out, your steering will suffer. It will take an hour or so to replace it, but it can be done with...

  • How to Buff a Scratch Out of Paint

    Maintaining the appearance of your car can prove impossible. Eventually, most cars fall victim to minor scuffs or scratches in the paint. Unfortunately, such scars have the ability to immediately...

  • How to Use a Ball Joint Press on a Ford

    With an older vehicle, or just one that has gone through a lot of hard use, the ball joints tend to wear out. Replacing the ball joints can be a little tricky, but it's definitely something that...

  • Instructions for Changing a Water Pump on a 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee

    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...

  • Common Problems With Auto Transmissions

    Vehicle automatic transmissions have come a long way since the first mass-market transmissions were introduced in the early 1950s. Onboard computer systems regulate upshifting and downshifting,...

  • Dodge Durango Transmission Problems

    Dodge Durango transmissions are generally trouble-free, providing owners with hundreds of thousands of miles without major repairs or costly overhauls. The primary causes of transmission failure...

  • How to Weld With a Wire Feed Welder

    Wire feed welding or MIG welding is a common welding process. The welding electrode and filler wire are combined in a spool of wire that is continually fed through the MIG gun and into the welding...

  • What Is a Mandrel?

    According to dictionary.com, a mandrel is a "shaft or bar the end of which is inserted into a workpiece to hold it during machining." This strict definition includes rotating clamps, such as...

  • How to Replace Light Bulbs in a 2001 Acura

    The light bulbs for the interior overhead lights in the the 2001 Acura sometimes require replacement due to overuse or a simple short circuit. Luckily, replacing these light bulbs is not difficult...

  • How to Replace a Curved Radiator Hose

    Most automobiles use curved coolant hoses to transfer heat from the engine to a radiator. These hoses are specifically designed for each engine model, which have numerous clearances for hose...

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