Auto Repair

The 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix is manufactured by the Pontiac division of General Motors. The Grand Prix in 2005 did not change much from the previous year. The GT and GTP models remained, but a new...

The Ford Ranger has gone through several generations of redesigns over the years since its inception in 1982. The 2005 model year saw mild power increases and a minimally redesigned exterior over...

The braking system on a 2004 Mercedes S430 uses a four-wheel caliper and rotor system for maximum clamping force during braking. Hydraulic fluid is forced through steel tubing and into a...

Over time, the plastic casing in headlight assemblies can fade or turn yellow with age. Some Ford headlight assemblies have also had problems with water seepage; requiring either a replacement...

The 1998 Ford Mustang has rear, triple-bulb acrylic plastic taillights that can break or split upon impact. They can be repaired with specially designed repair kits, or removed from the car and...

Sometimes steering wheels need to be replaced, or removed to access the internal parts of the steering column. Removing the steering wheel from a Chevy Astro AWD does not require advanced...

The positive crankcase ventilation valve (PCV valve) on a Chevy Impala is generally located on the engine block. The exact location may vary from year to year; however, it is generally located on...

Power brakes utilize vacuum generated by the engine to lessen the force needed to apply the brakes in a vehicle as well as shorten the distance the brake pedal needs to travel. The power brake...

Certain repairs or part replacements for your 1999 Ford Explorer require you to disable the airbags. Doing this can be a difficult task if you are unfamiliar with the vehicle's wiring and...

The 2001 Chevrolet Blazer came equipped with the 4L60E transmission, which is a variant of the 700R4 model that preceded it. This transmission is an electronically controlled, four-gear unit with...

Scratches occur when rocks or debris fly up while driving. In addition, parking lots are dangerous for your vehicle from careless drivers. Door scraping or shopping carts cause the most common...

Although the power steering pumps are in many different positions on vehicles, the replacement procedure is the same. The power steering pump remains the same regardless of the type of steering...

in a Chevrolet Camaro, the mechanical fuel pump is driven via a pushrod that rides on the camshaft. It draws fuel from the tank via a steel and rubber fuel line and pumps it to the carburetor....

Ford F150 pickup trucks were manufactured with front disk brakes after 1980, and the pads and rotors can wear down and require replacement after several years of use. The rotor can warp from...

The Chevrolet Impala uses a EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) valve to monitor and reduce the flow of harmful tailpipe emissions. Faulty EGR valves can result in check engine lights, poor fuel...

The rear brakes on a Mazda will normally be of the brake rotor and caliper type. This is especially true on high performance models like the Mazda 3. Mazda has long been recognized for its...

A brake pushrod connects the brake pedal to the power brake booster in your vehicle. The rod itself actuates the brake booster, and helps to create the vacuum necessary for the booster to work...

High spots that occur when doing body work are from the metal surface of the car sticking out too far. This can happen from being dented or from repair work going wrong. High spots in body work...

The front brakes on a Dodge ram use a rotor and caliper assembly to slow the truck down. Hydraulic fluid is forced through steel lines connected to a caliper assembly at each wheel. The caliper...

A 2002 Dodge Ram's headlight contains a high-power output headlamp. The back of the headlight is coated with a reflective material that will gather the light in the housing and project it forward...

The brakes on your Dodge Ram perform a vital function. As hydraulic fluid is forced through steel lines, the fluid actuates a piston in a caliper mechanism that sits over a disc, called a brake...

The O2 sensors in your Mercury Villager help to monitor the air flow coming out of your engine. These exhaust gases will tell the O2 sensor how much unburned fuel is left in the exhaust gases so...

The oxygen sensor on a Dodge Ram helps to monitor the exhaust gases (emissions) coming out from the exhaust. However, it also serves as a device that monitors the air/fuel ratio going into the...

Classic Mustangs feature steel body panels, as opposed to the plastic or aluminum panels many modern cars use. These heavier body panels provided added protection against damage to the body, but...

The interior of your car is supposed to be comfortable and nice for you to ride around in. As nice as the interior is, the whole look is ruined when the roof interior material is flapping, peeling...

The rear brakes on a 2004 Jaguar are of a caliper-style design. While many production vehicles use brake calipers in the front of the vehicle and brake drums in the rear, Jaguar uses a...

Scooters are a fun, cost-effective way to get from point A to point B. But the more miles you log, the greater chance yours will need to be repaired — a reality that can end up costing you...

Fixing dim headlights is easy and may be done by cleaning the lens or changing the bulb. I'll show you how to do both.

After all of the major body work is done, you'll need to do the finish work on your classic, this is what creates the smooth as glass look in your paint work, there is quite a few ways of going...

A car not turning over or somewhat turning was causes concern and a need for diagnosis. Determining what the issue is before heading to a mechanic will save you time and possibly money. Knowing...

The PCV valve (Positive Crankcase Ventilation valve) is a uni-directional valve that continually evacuates gases from inside your automobile engine's crankcase. The PCV valve is a small, simple...

Catalytic converters are essential pieces of exhaust equipment that help control the amount of harmful pollutants that vehicles release into the atmosphere. The converter is filled with a material...

The T5 is a transmission most often found in drag racing cars to four-wheel-drive rock crawlers. This transmission is tough and provides the gearing needed for off- and on-road jobs. The T5 is...

Alternator problems can be tricky to diagnose. First, make sure the problem lies in the alternator before proceeding with the tests. Check battery cables for corrosion, electrolyte level and...

Since 1996, all vehicles sold in North America have been equipped with OBD-II (On-Board Diagnostics), including Ford trucks. The system is superior to OBD-I because average consumers can easily...

Brake pads are the part of the automotive brake system that provide friction, and are designed to wear out instead of more expensive parts like rotors. Located in the disc brake system between the...

The horn on a Honda Odyssey is located in the front of the engine bay near the radiator. While the horn should last a good long time, provided that it isn't used extensively, it may eventually...

The rear seat in a Honda Civic hatchback can be removed if you need extra space or you need to replace the carpet in your Civic. The rear seat is a bench seat, and although you don't need any...

The park lights on a Toyota Camry function as turn signals and supplemental lighting for the vehicle. Although they are generally low wattage bulbs, they can blow. You'll need to get the part...

Installing a dual exhaust on a Ford station wagon is the exact opposite of removing it. However, if you had the exhaust removed for you or you are doing custom work for your vehicle in stages, you...

The key switch on a Ford Taurus refers to the ignition switch, or ignition lock cylinder. This is where you insert and turn the key to start your Taurus. Ford's key switch is, thankfully, a simple...

The ignition in a Toyota truck is more commonly known as the power distributor. The distributor on a Toyota sits on the passenger side of the vehicle and is bolted to the engine block. There are...

A vehicle that is getting poor performance from its battery can look to a number of causes, but a common cause is a corroded battery cable that is high in resistance. It is usually a good idea to...

An exhaust manifold gasket seals the exhaust to the engine block. Typically, the only time you need to change the gasket is when you notice an exhaust leak. After you have removed the exhaust,...

When you get into your vehicle and crank the engine, it is the battery that supplies power to the starter motor and the rest of the vehicle electrical circuits. But once the engine is running, the...

Removing the harmonic balancer from a GM 3300 engine is extremely tough.These balancers are pulleys that connect to the timing sprockets through a timing belt. The bolts holding the balancer to...

The dashboard from a Subaru Justy is held in place with several screws, screw bolts and numerous retaining clips. While the process is generally the same for all years of the Justy, the specific...

The harmonic balancer from a Chevrolet 500 absorbs the resonance generated by the Chevy's crankshaft. This resonance would destroy the crankshaft without the balancer. The balancer also functions...

Brake squeaks and squeals most commonly occur from heat and vibration. The caliper, pad and rotor assembly are secured to the vehicle, but the weight of the vehicle and the demand of the braking...

Vertical car doors are very futuristic and flashy. Many people use the vertical doors to improve the appearance of their cars. Some people also use the doors to save space and to allow them to...