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What Is a Vacuum Hose on a Fuel Pressure Regulator?
The fuel pressure regulator in an automotive engine is the device that mains constant fuel pressure so that fuel is atomized, or reduced to fine particles, correctly. The vacuum hose connects the fuel pressure regulator to the collection of pipes that carry fuel to the engine cylinders, know as the
How to Install Xenon Lights on a Motorcycle
Xenon gas lights have xenon gas in them which burns much hotter then standard halogen gas lightbulbs. Xenon aftermarket lightbulbs are made for almost every vehicle on the market old and new. You can get these replacement bulbs at an auto parts store no matter what type of motorcycle model you own.
How to Clean a White iPhone Bumper
Users of the Apple iPhone 4 who don't want to use a full case often opt for the iPhone Bumper, which covers the side of the phone. Although the Bumper is pretty resilient, it often needs to be cleaned to remove hair or spots on the Bumper. No matter how dirty your white iPhone Bumper is, you have a
How to Replace Your Shoelaces With Zip Ties
Replace a broken shoelace with zip ties. Zip ties are small, easy to carry and they do not require any tools to install. They are perfect for many small repairs, including replacing broken or worn shoelaces. Use zip ties when it would be a problem if a shoelace became untied. They can fasten a child
Auto Body Shops - Few Tips For Dealing With Them
It happens to everyone: an automobile collision. As much as we try to avoid it there seems no way of getting around it. Find out a little bit of what happens when you take you car into a body shop to be fixed and three points you want to look out for.
How to Change an Auto Light Bulb
The average vehicle uses light bulbs in several applications, including headlights, turn signals, brake lights and tail lights. These lights are important features, allowing other motorists to see you and anticipate your intended direction, while also allowing you to see clearly at night. Replacing
How to Remove Rain X
Rain X is a popular product used to deflect raindrops from your windshield. Once applied, Rain X causes the water to sheet and roll off the windshield, increasing visibility during wet conditions. It lasts during regular car washes and heavy rains. Because Rain X creates a waterproof barrier on your
How to Identify a Boat Trailer
Just like everything that's built for boats, you might be able to find its make with a casual glance. Most builders are quite proud of their products and some splash their name on every available surface. If not, there are still several ways to track down a boat trailer's identification, along with
How to Locate the Fuse Box in a Corolla
A Toyota Corolla has numerous electronic components which require fuses to operate properly. Every now and then, a fuse will burn out or a short circuit may occur. When this happens you'll need to change the fuse. In order to change the fuse you have to locate the fuse box. A Toyota Corolla has two
How to Make an LED Light Tube
Make an LED light tube to brighten any occasion. This LED light tube will work from a wall socket and can also plug into a car's cigarette lighter. Use these tubes for parties, on car camp-outs, or for emergencies. Customize the color of the tube and even the length of the cord to fit your needs.
How to Hook Up a Tow Bar to a Chevy Camaro
As a Camaro owner, you enjoy taking your American muscle car out for a drive. You even like to travel out of town, maybe on vacation. Did you know you can hook up a tow bar to a Chevy Camaro for when you travel in an RV? RV owners utilize tow bars to tow auxiliary vehicles behind their motor home an
2001 Freightliner FL60 Specs
Sean Gallup/Getty Images News/Getty ImagesFreightliner Trucks is a division of Daimler Trucks North America, a company that designs, builds and markets heavy-duty vehicles such as long-haul tractors, heavy-duty construction and vocational trucks. The firm's mid-range trucks are used for...
How to Seal Boat Trailer Lights
If your trailer lights get wet while you are launching a boat, you only have two options. The first, replacing the lighting system on the trailer, is obvious. Less obvious, but perhaps more practical, is waterproofing the light and light housing to prevent the problem's recurrence. Even if you put a
How to Repair Electrical Wiring
Today's vehicles are equipped with a series of sensors, motors, switches and a computer. Most of the connections and wiring between many of these components are a calculated size that is designed for maximum efficiency. A trained technician should repair these components if anything goes wrong.
How to Change 99 Camaro Front Signal Lights
In the 1993 model year, Chevrolet completely redesigned the Camaro, giving it a wedge-like design. In 1998, Chevy refreshed the Camaro, eliminating the sunken headlights and making them almost flush with the rest of the front fascia. The rest of the Camaro's body remained almost the same, including
How to Change a Honda MAP Sensor
The Honda MAP sensor measures the amount of air flowing into the engine. In this way, the sensor is able to help the Honda ECU (central computer) adjust the fuel ratio for optimal fuel efficiency and power. When the sensor fails, it is common for most Hondas to simply stall, being unable to hold the
How to Replace a Side Mirror on a Honda Accord
The 1998 through 2002 Honda Accord models have power, folding side mirrors. Mirrors require replacing when they shatter, fold back the wrong way and break, or when the power function quits working. Replacing the side mirrors on a Honda Accord is a job that anybody can do with a few tools and some pa
How to Install Brake Shoes on a 1991 Corolla
The 1991 Toyota Corolla is equipped with front-wheel disc brakes and rear-wheel drum brakes, with the exception of the GT-S which has four-wheel disc brakes. Rear wheel brakes account for approximately 30 percent of a vehicle's stopping power, so they need to be maintained less often. The rear brake
What to Look For From Your Auto Detailer
Auto detailing is one of those things that people think is easy to do. It isn't. In fact, a proper auto detail can add hundreds of dollars to the value of your vehicle. We're not talking a quick window clean and carpet vacuum, either. We're talking the whole package: interior shampoo,