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How to Check the Front Axles on a 4-Wheel Drive 2005 Ford F-250
On a four-wheel-drive Ford F-250, the engine power is routed to all four wheels via a transfer case. The transfer case is hooked to the front differential, which splits the power between two half axles that turn each front wheel. These half axles are subject to a lot of torque stress as well as debr
How to Adjust the Windshield Wipers on a 1999 Mercedes C280
Windshield wipers help to clear rain, snow, dirt and debris out of your line of sight so you can drive more safely. The wipers on your 1999 Mercedes C280 should be replaced every 6,000 miles. There are times when you replace them and find out later that they need to be adjusted so they can work more
How to Replace a 1998 Buick Regal Oxygen Sensor
A 1998 Buick Regal has two four-wire heated oxygen sensors. One is located before the catalytic converter and one is located after it. Although they look similar, they are different parts and cannot be substituted for one another. Universal oxygen sensors may save you a little money at the parts cou
Parts Cleaning Products: What Works Best?
There are hundreds of ways to get the grime and grease off an old car part. Elbow grease works, but what chemical helpers should you use? Some products promise the world. Do they deliver? Let's look into parts cleaning, and what works.
How to Replace a Cabin Air Filter on a 2007 Camry
The 2007 Toyota Camry has a cabin air filter that blocks dust, pollen and other debris and allergens from accessing the passenger compartment through the ventilation system. Toyota recommends replacing the cabin air filter on the 2007 Camry every 10,000 miles or once every year. If the Camry is freq
Types of Driver Seats
Deep bucket seats are common in sporty cars.nissan 300zx interior image by MichMac from Fotolia.comFrom among all the things drivers look at when selecting a car, one of the most important parts that may go overlooked is the driver's seat. A driver's comfort and safety depend largely on...
How to Use Stripper to Remove Paint From a Corvette
Paint stripper is a chemical substance which removes paint from surfaces. The chemical makeup varies according to the type of paint and surface where it is used. Corvettes are a popular sports car to remodel and fix up. Oftentimes they need repainting and this requires removing all the old paint. Fi
Signs That a Car Battery Is Dead
One of the most common misunderstandings regarding vehicles is confusion over the principal duties and characteristics of batteries versus alternators. Every day motorists are stranded along the side of the road with a vehicle that has stalled while driving. The battery is quickly condemned and atte
How to Replace an air Filter in a Ford Mustang
Replacing an air filter in a Ford Mustang is a quick and simple task. A clean air filter allows the engine to work less, making for longer engine life and better gas mileage. Ford recommends changing the air filter every 3,000 miles when the car has been driven in overly dusty conditions, or every 3
How to Adjust a Parking Brake on a PT Cruiser
The emergency brake shoes on the Chrysler PT Cruiser are located in the middle of the rear disc brake rotors. They just need to be accessed from there to adjust the parking brake, which means you'll need to jack up the Cruiser. While you are adjusting the emergency brake shoes, you should also clean
How to Check a Cooling System
The cooling system in any car protects the engine from overheating by lowering the temperature of the coolant before sending it back into the engine. It lowers the coolant's temperature by continuously circulating the coolant and by literally radiating heat away from the vehicle through the radiator
Chevy 2008 Impala Paint Colors
The 2008 Chevrolet Impala is offered in many neutral and metallic colors.backlight of a car image by Ramona smiers from Fotolia.comColor can be a significant factor in the purchase of a vehicle as it is often reflective of a driver's personality. The color and type of paint contribute to...
How to Replace the Ignition Switch on a Dodge Intrepid
The ignition switch on your Dodge Intrepid is located on the steering column and serves as a power bridge for the ignition and electrical systems of your vehicle. However, if the internal contacts wear out or burn, the switch may fail to transfer battery power to the starter solenoid, which prevents
Components and Safety of Drive-By-Wire Systems
A few decades ago, aircraft designers began implementing new control systems that make flight safer and give pilots more control over their planes. These systems were nicknamed "fly-by-wire" because they remove the direct link between the pilot's hands and feet and the speed and orien
Don't Freak Out When Your Check Engine Light Comes On
We have all been there... Driving along when that dreaded light on your dashboard lights up and says "Check Engine". So what do you do? Immediately pull over to the side of the road and call the tow truck? Or just continue on thinking that you'll take care of it later? I know I'v
How to Replace Front Disc Brakes in a Honda Accord
With comfort and room in the cabin, 2001 through 2004 Honda Accord models also offers good gas mileage. This allows you to spend a lot more time on the road. You need to replace the front disc brakes on your Honda Accord for every 7,500 miles that you drive.
How to Remove the Dash in a 2005 Jeep
The dashboard protects the instrument panel of your car. The speedometer, odometer, fuel gauge, warning lights, and the steering wheel are just some items protected by the dashboard or dash. When any of these devices break, you will need to remove the dash in order to acquire the item to be repaired
How to Replace Passenger Side Headlights on a 96 Honda Accord
The passenger side headlight is blocked from easy access by the battery in your 1996 Honda Accord. With some skillful maneuvering, you can access the headlight assembly to change the headlight; however, the headlight on the Accord is secured to the chassis from behind. You'll need a special Phillips
How to Access the Air Filter in a Chinese ATV
There are many different Chinese ATV's on the market and all of them are different. The air filter on Chinese ATV and just about every other ATV is located on the rear top of the engine under the seat and behind the plastic body along the side of engine. You will need metric tools to remove the seat
How to Install Signal Lights on Motorcycle
One of the most common upgrades in the motorcycle industry is after-market signal lights. These upgrades can add new style to your motorcycle, or can replace the hassle of stemmed lights with ones that are flush and easy to work around. With a little electrical experience, you can install new signal