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Upkeep of Tinted Home Windows
People usually find out more about the various advantages of window film through good research and through the advice of folks that they are fully aware. You will find many people who can get their ...
How to Install Hard Tops
Hard tops are designed to be placed on your vehicle for wet or cold driving. Hard tops are made out of fiberglass and can be heavy. An assistant is needed to lift the top onto the vehicle. Bolts are used to secure the hard top to the body. Installing a hard top can be done in about 30 minutes using
How to Add Transmission Oil to a Chevy Duramax
Transmission oil is necessary in a Chevy equipped with a Duramax diesel engine to keep the gears inside the transmission running smoothly and to help prevent them from grinding or becoming damaged due to excessive heat. Like the Chevy's engine, the transmission needs oil to lubricate all of the inte
How to Change a Drive Belt in a Toyota 4-Runner
The drive belts on a Toyota 4-Runner connect to pulleys on the end of the crankshaft and power various engine accessories, such as the alternator, air conditioning compressor and power steering pump. Over time these drive belts may wear and begin to crack. The belts will also stretch over time and t
Windshield Repair - The Eco Friendly Choice For Consumers
Windshield repair is the environmentally-friendly choice. Because windshield glass can't be recycled, millions are piling up in our landfills. Windshield chip repair instead of windshield replacement is one more way to go green.
How to Clean BMW Rims
A BMW can be a show car or an everyday vehicle. Keeping the car clean is important to maintain the look and prevent scratches. BMW rims are chrome, which can get damaged easily. Remove any debris or rocks that are stuck on right away. In addition, cleaning the rims will keep the shine and maintain t
How to Change Oil in a CBR
As Honda's premier sport-bike models, the CBR-series motorcycles are high-performance racing machines. The extreme riding conditions most CBRs are subjected to place high demands on its oil supply, which must lubricate and cool the motor's internal parts. Although Honda's recommended oil change inte
How to Change an Ignition Switch for a 1997 Ford Contour
Having a failed ignition switch in your 1997 Ford Contour is not a common problem. Still, contact points inside these electrical switches tend to wear out overtime, leaving you with a no-start situation and stranded. However, you do not need special skills or tools to change the switch in your Conto
How to Troubleshoot No Heat in a 1999 Blazer
Troubleshoot the heater in your 1999 Blazer before temperatures fall. Problems that could arise with the heater are usually fairly simple to diagnose, whether they are a blown fuse or a stuck thermostat. No tools are needed to check your vehicle. Run through a few troubleshooting steps before taking
How to Remove a Front Speaker Grill in a 2001 Suburban
Whether you are replacing your speakers or fixing a loose speaker connection, you will need to remove the speaker grille to access the speakers and speaker wiring in your 2001 Suburban. Unfortunately you cannot simply remove only the grille. Instead, you must remove the entire door panel to access t
How to Change Oil in a Ford Truck
No matter if it is a Ford F-150, a Ford Ranger, or another model of Ford truck, the oil should be changed every 3,000 miles driven, or every three months, whichever occurs first. Motor oil can degrade over time and when it is not changed in regular intervals, it can place an amount of strain onto th
What is an Upper Ball Joint?
An upper ball joint is one of four ball joints that hold together the front suspension of many modern automobiles. According to the Mobil 1.com car care website, a ball joint consists of a round-headed steel part that swivels in a cup-like steel cavity. The ball joint is filled with special long-las
How to Fix the Windows on a 2002 PT Cruiser
The Chrysler PT Cruiser window is made up of two main components: The window glass and the regulator. You may need to replace one or both of these parts, and you will need to remove the door's inner trim panel to reach both of them. The job will be easier if you own a few special tools, but it can b
Will Water Work As an Engine Coolant?
A lot of people choose to use water instead of engine coolant in their vehicles. You can use water as a coolant, especially in a pinch, but there are advantages to using a chemical engine coolant.
Brake Repair - Don't Be Out Savvied by Marketing
If you know you are in need of brake repair on your vehicle, you probably feel like you do not have a lot of time to be picky about finding the best deal. There are a few marketing schemes that you can learn about, however, that will make it easier for you to know an honest deal when you are droppin
How to Adjust the Headlights on a Chevy Cavalier
The headlights on a Chevy Cavalier must be readjusted when you replace the headlight assembly. There are two screws on the headlight assembly that adjust the headlights. The vertical adjustment screw, which is located on the top of the housing, adjusts the headlights up and down. The horizontal adju
How to Turn Off the Maintenance Required Light on a Honda Civic
The Maintenance Required light becomes lit when your car travels a certain number of miles. It is basically a reminder that it is time to have your car's scheduled maintenance (oil and oil filter change) done. This light is typically reset (turned off) by your dealer or repair center when your car
Do It Yourself Windshield Wiper Motor Repair
Windshield wipers are an important safety feature that make it possible to operate a motor vehicle in inclement weather. Driving without properly operating windshield wipers limits your ability to see other vehicles and pedestrians. In most instances, wiper motors can easily be replaced by the vehic
How to Test Alternator Excess Current
It is vitally important for the alternator to remain within acceptable voltage limits at all times. An alternator that is not charging properly will cause its battery to discharge, causing a no-start condition. Undercharging is not harmful to any components except for the battery, whereas an over-vo
How to Replace Light Bulbs on a Whelen Rotating Beacon
New Hampshire and Connecticut-based Whelen Engineering Company developed its first rotating beacon in 1952. It was an aircraft anti-collision light. The concept was developed further, and today Whelan's magnetic mount beacons are used throughout the public safety industry on fire equipment, police c