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How to Replace an Acura TL Headlight
The Acura TL headlight features composite headlights easily replaced one at a time when they burn out or stop functioning. This is good news for those whose bulbs have burned out, but don't wish to go through the laborious process of removing the entire headlight assembly, which is necessary in many
How to Install a Door in an Archway
Archways give a feeling of regality and stateliness to a home, but often they come unequipped for door installation. It is very possible to add a door to your own archways, using a basic method for door installation, tweaked to make the addition of a curved-top archway door practical. The basic step
Five Reasons Why Bar Lights Are Ideal for Emergency Use
Bar lights are amongst the most preferred lighting solutions in the market today, especially for use in emergency vehicles and decorative purposes. Here are a few reasons for people to prefer these lights as compared to the other options available.
How to Lower the Rear on My Silverado
Car manufactures have gotten pretty smart over the years. One innovation that they introduced a long time ago is how they set up the suspension of the vehicle. Most cars and trucks on the road today are actually 1 to 3 inches taller in the rear than in the front, so that the vehicles don't sit physi
How to Customize a Grand Vitara
Suzuki import vehicles traditionally have been compact coupe designs that people purchase for customizing. With the popularity of compact SUV vehicles, such as the Suzuki Grand Vitara, the companies that have been building parts for import coupes and sedans have begun to design parts for SUV enthusi
How to Remove the Rear Bumper on a Dodge Intrepid
The rear bumper on a Dodge Intrepid is made from soft, rubberized plastic and Styrofoam. The bumper is made to give way if it is hit. The old style, all metal bumpers push the rear of the car in when hit. New style bumpers also push in the rear of the car if it is hit with enough force, but for smal
How to Change the Drum Brakes on a 1999 Chevy Tahoe
The Chevrolet Tahoe is a full-size SUV manufactured by GM. It has four wheel disc brakes for general stopping and rear wheel drum brakes for the parking brake. The disc brakes need to be changed regularly while the drum brakes may not need to be changed over the life of the vehicle, unless it become
How to Use a Grease Gun
A grease gun makes greasing parts of your car simpler. It allows you to inject grease into hard-to-reach places. A grease gun is one of every mechanic's favorite tools. It speeds up the greasing process and enables the mechanic to not only get the job done, but to do it better. A grease gun is also
What Does the Valve Lifter Do?
Internal combustion engines are marvels of precision machining and fast-moving parts. The timing of the piston strokes with the movement of the valves to eject exhaust and pull fuel in is governed by the camshaft. As the pistons move up and down, the valves open and close in a carefully choreographe
How to Replace Front Rotors on a Mazda 6
If you notice your brakes are screeching or no longer brake as effectively, it's time to inspect your Mazda 6's braking system. If you notice significant wear or rust on the rotor, then it's time for it to be replaced. Replacing your front brake rotor sounds complex, but it's actually a fairly easy
How to Remove a Grounding Strap on an LG Range
LG ranges require a 240-volt power supply, which is double the voltage of a standard wall outlet. A special 240-volt electrical outlet is installed on the wall behind the range, specifically for this purpose. Depending on the age of your home and the building codes in place at the time of its constr
How to Reset the Service Engine Light on a Toyota Sienna
The service engine light on a Toyota Sienna illuminates when there is a problem with the emissions system or when regular maintenance needs to be done. An onboard diagnostic system generates and stores engine fault codes that will also trigger the Sienna's engine light. The "service engine light" ne
Motorcycle Valve Adjustment Specs
Your motorcycle relies on proper valve timing.moteur image by danimages from Fotolia.comOverhead cam systems are almost synonymous with motorcycle valves. There are a few exceptions. Some bikes still use pushrods. Ducati uses a fundamentally different kind of overhead valve, called a...
How to Remove Bolts That Are Snapped Off Flush
Seized bolts that snap off flush with a part's surface create a frustrating, time-consuming issue. The majority of bolts seize due to corrosion in the form of rust. Rust forms when fasteners from a combination of heat, moisture and age. Freeing the snapped bolt requires that you attempt to break the
4 Must Have Car Gadgets for Today's Drivers
Car owners love their technology and are opting for hands-free calling, navigation systems and refrigerated compartments for their cars. Today's new cars are accommodating the desires of car buffs everywhere, providing an assortment of gadgets and good stuff that few of us heard about just a fe
How to Replace the Windshield in a 91 Cherokee
Driving with a cracked windshield is not only dangerous, it is sometimes against the law. If the crack is bigger than a quarter, the windshield must be replaced. Drive your Cherokee over even the smallest bump if you have a damaged windshield and the crack can get much bigger very quickly.
How to Replace a Fan For a 2000 Toyota Tundra
Swapping the engine cooling fan in a 2000 Toyota Tundra isn't a terribly difficult job. You will need to take off the drive belts, and reach down inside the compartment of the engine. But if you have some experience working on cars and don't mind getting a little grease on your hands, you can save y
How to Remove the Ignition Control Module in a Chevy S10
The Chevy S10 uses what is commonly called a "coil pack," a flat module with three coils mounted to it as a unit. The coil pack and ignition control module are located on the passenger side of the engine, directly above the crankshaft position sensor. To be more precise, it is in the middle of the b
How to Change a Belt Tensioner on a 2006 F150
The drive belt on a Ford F150 pickup truck runs multiple components of the engine, including the power steering pump, alternator, and water pump. The belt's tensioner is self-adjusting and never needs to be adjusted. If the tensioner won't keeping the timing belt properly tense, the tensioner must b