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How to Initialize Keys for a BMW 328LS

To initialize keys for your BMW 328i LS is to program the keys for your BMW. Programming your keys enables them to work to start your engine, control your locking mechanisms and open your trunk with your keyless entry remote control fob. Anytime you acquire new keys for a BMW you must program them,

How to Rotary Buff Your Car

A rotary power buffer is an excellent method for buffing scratches out of your car, but it comes with a few risks. Improper use of a buffer can lead to permanent paint damage, so it is important to ensure you are familiar with the process before you test your luck on your new ride. Rotary buffing is

How to Remove Leather Car Seat Wrinkles

Leather car seats signify luxury and comfort, but without proper care, the material can become damaged. Environmental stress, extreme temperatures and daily wear and tear all can contribute to wrinkles and creases building up in the leather, which can make your upholstery look aged and worn. With a

About Automobile Light Bulbs

Automobile light bulbs are used on all vehicles that have lights, including the headlights and taillights. Having a broken or missing light can result in accidents as well as fines and tickets from the police. When the light burns out or becomes damaged, the vehicle owner must find a replacement bu

How to Find the Year of an Evinrude Outboard

Ole Evinrude patented his first outboard motor in 1911. Between 1915 and 1928, a variety of models were produced. After the tumultuous merger of Evinrude's first company and competitors like Johnson Motors building boat motors under the same name, model numbers based on motor horsepower began to app

Finding The Best Car Remote

A remote for a car is simply a keyless system of entry. You have an electronic lock that gives you access to the car without making use of a traditionally cut mechanical key. It is basically an electronic remote control that can be used as a key.

How to Charge a 12V 10AH Lead-Acid Battery

Lead-acid batteries rated at 12 volts and 10 ampere-hours are used in recreational vehicles such as motorcycles, scooters and ATVs. They tend to be sealed so their electrolyte doesn't evaporate. They also tend to use an electrolyte other than water, such as fiberglass, so the battery can be operated

How Do I Troubleshoot a Cummins B Engine?

The Cummins B series of engines is a group of modern four- and six-cylinder motors. While most widely found in consumer vehicles such as the Dodge Ram, Cummins B engines are also found in buses, marine vehicles, military vehicles, and construction equipment. These diesel engines feature large cylind

Water Pump Problem Symptoms

The water pump on any vehicle functions as the heart of the cooling system. The automotive water pump, typically driven by a belt and pulley arrangement, has interior impellers inside the housing that spin at a high rate of speed to circulate water. The faster the vehicle goes, the larger the volume

What Is the Purpose of a Heat Shield on a Car?

The purpose of any car's heat shield is to do exactly what its name implies--to shield various parts of the car, the driver and the immediate environment from the heat generated by certain automotive systems.

Automotive Measuring Tools

There are many tools used in the automotive industry to help design, assemble and test cars. Measuring tools are used throughout all processes, from the design state up to final tests and troubleshooting. Automotive measuring tools are used to measure the length, width, depth and...

How to Install Leatherlyke 334

Leatherlyke is a company that produces saddlebags for motorcycles. Their saddlebags are hard bags that are useful for storing various items on cross-country trips. The 334 model is made for use with the Honda Aero 750 motorcycle. It has a maximum capacity of 20 pounds and measures 9 inches by 12 1/2

How to Repair a Flat Tubeless Tire

Tubeless tires use a mixture of rubber encasing steel and nylon cords to create sturdy, yet flexible cushions for your vehicle. The vulcanized rubber creates a very solid barrier to road hazards but sharp objects, such as nails and rocks, can cause punctures in the tire. Professionals repair the tir

How to Install an Oil Pressure Gauge

An oil pressure gauge can be a crucial device for monitoring the health of your engine. The gauge is a simple device that reads the pressure being produced by the engine's oil supply via a thin tube that the oil runs through. An oil pressure gauge can be a good indicator of your engine's health, ale

GReddy Muffler Tips

The exhaust tips are the only visible part of the exhaust.Auto Exhaust image by Digital Photique from Fotolia.comGReddy produces full exhaust systems as aftermarket upgrades to factory installed systems. Their exhaust systems include advanced mufflers and exhaust tips to help improve...

How to Use Black Pepper to Seal a Head Gasket

A head gasket leak can be serious and time consuming and expensive to repair properly. Sometimes it's just not convenient to fix a small head gasket leak immediately, so you need to temporarily stop the leak until it can be permanently repaired. This is where a bit of ground black pepper can come in

How to Repair a Windshield Scratch

It’s best to immediately repair a windshield scratch. Some people ignore a small scratch in their windshield. Unfortunately, the scratch won’t go away, and this seemingly small problem can become an even bigger, more expensive problem.

How to Beach Boats on Ramps

Spending the day cruising on the water is fun, and beaching on a lovely shoreline adds more possibilities to your outing. Beaching a boat is a great way to explore an area, camp out for the night or play and swim in a quiet cove. You can beach on a ramp of ground instead of, or combined with, using