Auto Repair

Since the introduction of halogen headlight capsules, the Chevy Silverado has integrated the headlight system in one or two assemblies. With generational redesigns, there may be slight variances...

Many car owners have to deal with broken transmissions, something that occurs on almost every car sooner or later. This is never an appealing proposition, since a faulty transmission can't be...

Metal Inert Gas welding uses a spool of wire to allow you to perform long continuous weld. This propelled MIG welding into the lead as the most commonly used welding process. Speed comes at a cost...

The Chevrolet S10 truck series was manufactured between 1982 and 2003, and included the S-15, GMC Jimmy and Blazer variants. Several engine choices were used: the 2.2 and 2.5 liter four-cylinder...

Wheel studs are the bolts connected to the wheel. They are fastened by lug nuts, which keep the wheel studs securely in place. Wheel studs sometimes wear off and need to be replaced. It's...

Your car's brake system needs to be flushed every one to two years. Over time, the brake fluid absorbs moisture, which lowers its boiling point and can cause corrosion from the inside. You need to...

Window tinting provides protection from 99 percent of the sun's harmful ultraviolet rays and cools the interior of an automobile by 40 to 60 percent. The cooler internal temperature will result in...

Tungsten inert gas (TIG) and metal inert gas (MIG) require an inert gas to shield the weld from contamination from reactive gases found in the atmosphere. Plasma arc welding (PAW) uses both an...

Automobile recalls are fairly common, and are not usually cause for alarm. Most of the recalls are voluntary and issued by the car or truck manufacturer with the agreement of the National Highway...

If you drive a car on local roads, you would not be able to tell the noise from outside of the car, however, when you drive on highways, you can hear the noise easily. Also, if you are a fan of...

Simple directions to do a tune up on your car, truck, or vehicle.

The small block Chevy V8 has been in use since 1955 and is a very reliable engine. However, its one weakness lies in the intake manifold gaskets. Tackle that spouting, leaking intake manifold...

You have an RV, but it is ugly as sin and you want to paint it. Painting an RV, however, is not an easy job. It takes a lot of time and effort. This will show you how to get it done the most...

Rear hatch struts are common on SUVs and wagons. Hatch struts are hydraulic and provide support to your rear door when it is open. The Toyota Matrix wagon has two hatch struts (one on each side)....

Seat belts are one of the most important safety features on your Toyota car or light truck. If the belt material is frayed, cut or torn, or the retention brackets are broken in any way, the belts...

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...

2003 Toyotas use a system known as on-board diagnostics, or OBDII, to ensure that the emissions equipment is functioning properly. The engine computer is constantly gathering data whenever the...

The master cylinder is the heart of your vehicle's brake system, pumping hydraulic fluid to the brake caliper or wheel cylinder at each individual wheel. Over time, the seals inside the master...

Perfect conditions would allow a welder to weld every project in a flat position. However, imperfect conditions arise and welders need to adapt to those conditions. Field welding and welding on...

Modern vehicle engines are complicated machines with many moving parts. To keep engines running smoothly, motor oil is used to reduce wear and lower friction. Many different types of motor oil are...

The C6 Ford transmission was a popular three-speed transmission on some Ford trucks. While robust, the transmission can have problems, like any other transmission. Because of the complex nature of...

The ABS system in a Ford truck senses the wheel speed and prevents the wheels from locking up. This system is very advanced and can apply brake pressure intermittently--also called "pumping the...

The power brake booster uses vacuum or hydraulic pressure to increase the force you apply to the brake pedal to slow or stop your car. So an inoperative booster is a safety risk for you and those...

The quick and easy answer to the question is "no." However, this answer is relative to the reason why the pads are being replaced. If the disc brake system has been functioning properly and the...

Edelbrock carburetors are carefully tuned at the factory to work with the vast majority of applications. However, the carburetor can develop problems over time, usually due to a defective gasket...

It's always just another fine day when your car breaks down. The annoying "check engine" indication lamp goes on, and you are sitting there wondering what's wrong now. There are several ways to go...

Fiberglass fenders can be an expensive fix if you have to order a brand new one. An easier route is to do the repair yourself. Almost all fiberglass fractures or even holes can be repaired in a...

Ever since a blacksmith from Vermont named Thomas Davenport invented the motor engine--which was DC powered--in 1833, inventors all around the world have come up with new and innovative mechanical...

Prior to the 1970s, cars spewed unhealthy emissions into the air, creating smog. One man, with the desire to clean up the air we breathe, found a way to convert the pollutants in automobile...

Car engines are classified in different ways, including number of cylinders, fuel type and cylinder arrangement. While engines vary in manufacturer and design, the basic types remain same.

The most common problem with Chevy brake systems is worn brake shoes and pads. The brake pads are designed to be wearable parts which must be replaced periodically to ensure proper brake function....

Shredded tires can create serious environmental hazards, but they also can be incredibly useful in a variety of situations. In fact, recycling used tires is an excellent way to protect the...

The Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor monitors crankshaft position and speed. Your vehicle computer uses this information, along with data from other vehicle sensors, to maintain ignition timing....

Due to excessive wear or other failure, the wheel bearings on trailers need to be replaced from time to time. The wheel bearings, situated on the inside of the hub of each wheel, allow...

The ignition coils in your car are a primary source of power to the engine and its ignition system. Any problems with the coils will result in poor engine performance and a large drop in gas...

The CRX was a popular compact hatchback that Honda sold from 1984 to 1991. The car was built from the Honda Civic platform and shared many components with the Civic. All models of the Honda CRX...

A vehicle's fuel injection system is responsible for injecting fuel (gasoline) into the engine cylinders, where the gas is burned to produce engine power. A leaky fuel injector, which is a common...

The master cylinder for the hydraulic clutch release mechanism on a standard transmission is located to the left and a little lower than the power brake booster. There is one hydraulic line...

The EGR valve opens and closes to release exhaust back into the manifold so it can be reused. This reduces noxious gases and regulates engine temperature. Sometimes EGR valves get completely...

Think your tire or other inflatable has a hole in it but not sure or can't find it to fix it? This is a simple solution to help you locate a hole and fix it. This isn't intended to fix car tires...

Removing the dash in your Oldsmobile Alero may be necessary if you need to access certain components behind the dash, or if the dash is cracked and you want to replace it with a new one. There are...

The Dodge Ram Sport is a full-sized pickup truck made by Chrysler. The 1999 model year represented the end of the second generation for the Dodge Ram Sport. Like all trucks, the Ram takes a lot of...

The master clutch cylinder is part of the hydraulic clutch system in your vehicle. Older clutch systems used a cable actuator to engage and disengage the clutch mechanism. Newer vehicles use a...

Dents can be repaired in multiple ways, but the only sure way to repair any dent, no matter the depth or size, is to use a slide hammer. A slide hammer is also called a dent puller and is used by...

The intake manifold gasket on your Saturn is a malleable material set in between the air intake manifold, the cylinder head and the engine block. The intake manifold gasket prevents air and fuel...

Paintless dent removal is the easiest and most expensive way to repair dents. No heavy equipment or special dent pulling tools are needed. Repairing a dent without having to sand, primer and paint...

A vehicle's power steering system is centralized at the power steering pump, which operates to provide the system with fluid. The power produced by the engine is transferred to the power steering...

When replacing spark plug wires on a Pontiac LeMans, take care to route the wires so they do not interfere with the throttle linkage. Make sure that they are not in contact with any sharp object...

The outside door handle is held on by two bolts on the inside the door. Usually too much force causes the arm that operates the door latch to break off. Door handles are normally not made of a...

Push button switches can be used used to activate the starter in cars, trucks, and tractors. When an ignition switch has a defective start position a push button can be used instead of replacing...