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How to Replace an Auto PCV Valve
The "PCV" in "PCV valve" stands for "positive crankcase ventilation." During normal operation of an internal combustion engine, some combustion gases escape past the piston rings and enter the crankcase. These gases are composed of burned and unburned fuel. In order to prevent these gases from build
Fix It Yourself: Truck Air Conditioning
When your air conditioner in your pickup truck is broken, there could be one of several issues at play. Troubleshooting can be especially frustrating in the summer when you need your air conditioning the most and you are not sure where to begin looking. By following these steps, you can fix the key
99 Z71 Fuel Pump Won't Run
A faulty fuel pump in your 1999 Chevrolet Silverado Z71 will need replacing. The fuel pump is an electric pump that is submersed in the fuel tank of the truck. It comes as an assembly with the strainer and sending unit, and you'll have to remove the fuel tank to access the fuel pump, which is submer
How to Install the Battery in a '99 Chrysler Concorde
You will find the battery for the 1999 Chrysler Concorde inside the wheel well of the front, passenger-side wheel. You need to remove it to gain access to the battery compartment. Buy a battery from an auto-parts store or Chrysler dealer and replace it yourself for a substantial cost savings over ha
How to Bend a Stainless Steel Rod
There are two ways to bend stainless steel rod, one requires force and the other requires heat. When you bend a stainless steel rod mechanically with a press brake, you create a bend that has a true radius. If you do not have access to a press brake, your other option is to use an oxy-acetylene torc
How to Restore a 1964 Chevy Chevelle
Chevrolet began production of the Chevelle in 1964. The Chevelle was known as the Chevelle Malibu SS and was produced as either a hardtop or convertible. Chevrolet did not add a big block engine until 1968, so the 1964 model had either six or eight cylinders. The 1964 Chevelle was not a muscle car,
How to Replace the Rear Brake Rotors on a 1993 Lumina
The process for removing the rotors from the rear wheels is essentially the same as that for the front wheels on the Chevy Lumina. The disc brakes on the automobile are much easier to manage than drum brakes. This is primarily because there are no springs to deal with. You wouldn't usually change th
How to Repair a Dodge Stratus' Water Pump
The water pump in your Dodge Stratus is used to help move coolant from the radiator to the engine. This heps prevent the engine from overheating. If your water pump stops working correctly, it can cause long term damage to both your engine and radiator. If your water pump becomes damaged in any way
How to Remove Window Glass Laminate
Window glass laminate, also known as window tint, is popular with many car enthusiasts. It blocks some of the sun's rays, keeping the interior of the car cooler, provides additional privacy and it's aesthetically pleasing. Over time, window tint can turn purple, bubble or begin to peel off the win
How to Remove a Sticker Off of Car Paint
Anyone who has spent any amount of time with small children knows that kids love stickers. In fact, not only do kids love stickers, but kids love to put those stickers on things other than their own pieces of art work. You might find stickers stuck to your counter tops or furniture and quite often
How to Change Oil on a BMW 330
German cars are different than American or Japanese cars, and one particular example is the oil filter. On an American car, the oil filter is at the bottom of the engine and is a complete assembly. On a German car, the filter is typically a filter cartridge, mounted on the top of the engine. It's al
How to Adjust the Headlights in a Honda Accord
Even though the Honda Accord comes in coupe, mid- and full-size models, the process to adjust the headlights has remained the same across the board. While Honda recommends you use a special leveling tool or take your model into the shop, you can adjust the headlights with relative ease.
How to Replace a Sliding Rear Window in a 1993 F-150
The 1993 Ford F-150 comes equipped with a window on the rear windshield that can slide open. If the rear window breaks or begins to malfunction, you can replace it quickly by removing the bolts that secure it in place. Replacement windows can be bought from most automotive glass shops. It should not
Auto Body Repair: Reducing the Drama With Your Love One
When you have been an accident, you may not want to trouble your loved one with this upsetting news. This is true especially if the accident was your fault. As far as the ticket is ...
How to Remove the Flywheel on a ZRT
The flywheel of your Chevrolet ZRT is a mechanical component of the engine that is connected to the transmission. The flywheel keeps the momentum of your ZRT's engine going so that it does not stop running when you are not accelerating. If your ZRT's flywheel begins to malfunction, you may find that
The New Porsche 911 With COR Wheels by Misha Design
The 997 Porsche 911 may be done with its production, but that still doesn't mean it can't be a good-looking car. The team at Misha Design has created a new upgrade program with carbon fiber body work, chassis upgrades, and new COR Wheels that make the car a show-stopper.
List of Cars With a HEMI 5.7 Magnum Engine
IT Stock Free/Polka Dot/Getty ImagesIntroduced in 2003 as a replacement to the 5.9 L Magnum engine, Chrysler Corporation's 5.7 L HEMI boasted a hemispherical combustion chamber that allowed bigger valves and more efficient placement of the spark plugs for maximum power output. The motor...
Tire Size Calculators
Once you learn to do the math to calculate tire sizes, you also quickly learn that it's so much easier to use a calculator to do it for you.
How to Change the Disc Brakes on a 2005 Dodge Caravan
Replacing the brakes on your 2005 Dodge Caravan should be done regularly. Modern braking systems have a built-in warning that informs the driver that the brakes need to be replaced. The warning is a high-pitched squeal that will sound when the brakes are compressed. Brake systems are the primary saf
How to Identify a Car By Its Hood Ornament
Although no longer common outside of the luxury market, hood ornaments have a long history. Originally built to obscure radiator caps, hood ornaments became prominent symbols of the manufacturer and the model. Theft was often a problem, and combined with some danger to pedestrians in a collision, th