How to Install a Water Pump in a Dodge Caravan

Dodge Caravans don't haul heavy farm equipment, but they do carry kids and groceries on errands in stop-and-go traffic five to six days ...

How to Drop the Oil Pan in a Ford Focus

The Ford Focus is part of the large Ford Motor Company line of cars. This compact car was sold by the company beginning in 2000 and is still...

How to Remove the Arm Rest From My 2007 Hyundai Accent

The armrest for some cars is mounted on the door panel, or on the center console. In the 2007 Hyundai Accent, a flip down armrest is mounted...

How to Replace Spark Plugs in a Honda Accord

Honda suggests you change the spark plugs in an Accord every 100,000 miles. Clean, effective spark plugs reduce fuel use and keep the engine...

How to Get the Dash Off a 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix

When it comes to repairing cars, especially older cars, you can save yourself a lot of money by performing the repairs yourself. And believe...

How to Wet Sand Primer

The process of painting a car involves many different details, and the more detail-oriented you get with the job, the better the paint job w...

How to Replace the Fan in a Toyota Tacoma

Replacing the mechanical (belt driven) engine cooling fan on your Toyota Tacoma is a relatively simple operation. There is no need to drain ...

How to Replace Battery Cables in a Ford F-Series

Take a look at your battery cables when you change your oil as part of your routine inspection to avoid trouble starting your Ford F-Series ...

How to Remove Old Paint From Cars

Painting cars can be a tedious job, particularly when it comes to stripping the paint from the vehicle. Fortunately, there are many differen...

How to Replace a Fuel Injector in a Ford Taurus

The fuel injector in a Ford Taurus mixes fuel with air under pressure and rendered carburetors obsolete during the late 1980s. A fuel inject...

How to Replace an Oil Pump in a Chevy Corvette

The oil pump in your Chevy Corvette lubricates the engine by keeping the oil circulating. The pump typically is located in the oil pan. If y...

How to Replace a Fuel Filter in a Pontiac Grand Am

The fuel filter in your Pontiac Grand Am is there to keep the dirt and rust particles out of the fuel system. For optimal performance, some ...

How to Change the Hub Assembly on a Honda CR-V

The hub assemblies for all four wheels of the Honda CR-V are part of the steering knuckles. The rear hub assemblies also include the backing...

How to Replace the Wiper Blades on a Chevy Camaro

When it comes to driving in adverse weather conditions, you must make sure you have windshield wipers that are in proper working order. With...

Types of Auto Paints

Painting a car requires planning, a dust-free environment and proper tools for a successful finish. Several types of paint can be used. Some...

How to Replace the Springs in a Pontiac Bonneville

Few cars can equal the longevity of the Pontiac Bonneville. The Bonneville was manufactured for 47 years. There have been many changes to th...

How to Replace Spark Plugs in a Pontiac Grand Am

Pontiac Grand Am engines produced after 1998 are available with four different engine sizes. For any Grand Am engine, the spark plugs need t...

How to Replace the Front Wheel Hub Assembly on a 2001 Ford Windstar

The 2001 Ford Windstar is one of the earliest models where it is technically possible to remove and replace the hub and bearing assembly wit...

How to Identify the Routing of Spark Plug Wires

If you heard that changing spark plugs is an easy task and decided to do it yourself, you can take a few steps that might make your project ...

How to Replace a Power Mirror in a Mazda 626

The Mazda 626's complex power mirror construction makes it a do-it-yourself replacement for a owner with experience. The project only re...

How to Replace Battery Cables in a Chevy Impala

If your Chevy Impala isn't starting, and the battery isn't the source of the problem, check the battery cables. Look for wear or cor...

Soda Blasting & Rust Removal

Rust forms when iron particles on a metal surface combine with water and oxygen. Soda blasting gently removes the resulting metal flakes and...

About Spray Booths

The spray booth is the first--and possibly most important--investment any professional painter will make. Nothing can ruin a good painting j...

How to Use Drain Cleaner to Strip Automotive Paint

Whether you are restoring a classic car or you need a new paint job for your new vehicle, stripping the paint will allow for a smoother pain...

How to Troubleshoot Car Battery Posts

The battery in your car is the main component in the starting system. It provides the necessary current to start your engine. But many times...

How to Replace an Oil Pump in a Toyota Tacoma

The oil pump is an essential piece of equipment that keeps your Tacoma running. It lubricates the engine by keeping the oil circulating. Wit...

How to Replace the Springs in a Mitsubishi Eclipse

The Eclipse is a very popular four-door sports coupe with an above average suspension system and the springs are fairly easy to replace. The...

How to Replace the Windshield Washer Reservoir in a Pontiac Grand Am

Introduced in 1973 and discontinued in 2005, the Pontiac Grand Am has undergone many changes. If you have one, you want to keep it looking n...

How to Install a Distributor Rotor and Cap

Both the distributor and rotor are subject to wear and tear. It's estimated that the rotor will make approximately 45 million revolution...

How to Install an E46 Coupe Door Seal

On the BMW E46, a common problem is that the door seal tends to bow out and cause wind noise and leakage. BMW is aware of the issue. To fix ...

How to Sand Off Auto Paint

Painting a car or truck is all about proper preparation. To apply plastic body filler, you have to work on bare sheet metal, because otherwi...

How to Replace the Oil Pan Gasket in a Saturn Ion

A trail of oil behind your Saturn Ion might mean it's time to replace the oil pan gasket. Replacing the gasket on a motor sized 2.2 L or...

How to Replace the Windshield Washer Reservoir in a Ford Mustang

Introduced in 1964, the Ford Mustang is a classy convertible or coupe. Keeping your windshield clean should be a top priority for your safet...

How to Remove a Rear Quarter Panel

The quarter panel on a vehicle is very much like the front fenders on the other end. You need to remove this panel from the car if you need ...