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How to Change the Front Brakes on a Suzuki Eiger
Changing the front brakes on your Suzuki Eiger ATV is an important part of maintaining its braking power. The job involves replacing the worn brake pads on the front wheels with a fresh new set. Allowing the brake pads to wear down to the bare metal can cause damage to rotors and other components
Reasons to Choose a Mobile Auto Mechanic
Americans are dependent on their automobiles. There are very few places in the nation where it is possible to function without a car. When theautomobile first arrived on the scene many decades ago, it was a luxury item, only reserved for those who could spend their money frivolously.
Tools for Paint and Bodywork
Damage to the outside of a vehicle will require help from a body shop.stuck image by Rikmo from Fotolia.comAn auto body shop has to contend with repairing and replacing the damaged body components of a car, and then painting the damaged area to make it match the rest of the vehicle. This...
How to Paint Plastic Body Molding
ABS plastic automotive body molding must be specially treated before painting it. Otherwise, the natural properties of the plastic will not allow the paint to properly adhere to its surface. The process can be completed quickly, using a spray can of touch-up paint. This allows you to match the color
How to Clean Rubber Seals on a Tiburon
Every Hyundai Tiburon has rubber seals around the windows and doors that prevent water from entering the vehicle. If the rubber seals are not properly maintained, they may begin to crack, break or mold. Cleaning the rubber seals when you wash the vehicle or treating them with protectant once every f
How to Replace Side Pin Windshield Wipers
Depending on where you live, your windshield wipers may be one of the least used items on your car. Even though you may not use your windshield wipers often, the rubber that wipes away the water wears down, requiring replacement. There are three different mechanisms found on windshield wipers: a uni
How Do I Change the Alternator in a 1996 Chrysler Sebring?
Changing the alternator on a 1996 Chrysler Sebring 2.4-liter engine can be accomplished with minimal tools. The alternator on these vehicles is available in several amperage ratings. The alternator used on a particular vehicle depends on the way it is equipped, for example, in power accessories. Whe
How to Install Run Flat Tires
Run-flat technology for tires originated in 1892, when a patent for an anti-puncture tire was requested. After many years of testing and perfecting the technology of anti-puncture and run-flat tires, the 1994 Chevrolet Corvette was offered with run-flat tires right from the factory. This technolog
How to Inspect for Tire Defects in a VW Jetta
Tire defects cause a variety of car problems and driving problems. By checking your VW Jetta for tire defects, you keep yourself and other drivers safe on the road. The NHTSA recommends checking your tires every month and before long trips. Check your owner's manual for the correct tire sizes.
Sunroof Installation or Replacement - Hire Professionals Only
Manual or electric outlet that allows the sun or air to enter your vehicle is called a sunroof. If you are planning to go for sunroof installation, you need to know that it comes in ...
How to Fix a Trunk Lock
Most vehicles use a small lock cylinder to secure items in the trunk. While most trunk locks are designed to last for the life of the car, frequent use or an attempted burglary can damage the lock. Replacing it is surprisingly easy and can be completed in about an hour.
How to Use a Dremel to Polish Aluminum
New aluminum items have a deep polish on their finishes that reflects much like a mirror. Wheels, motorcycle parts, bumpers or any other aluminum becomes dull over time and may acquire pits from the weather. Dremel makes handheld rotary tools with attachments that are effective at polishing dulled
How Big of a Compressor do I Need for Air Tools?
Air tools are time and labor savers. Used in the home or small shop they help make better and faster repairs. Each tool needs an adequate supply of compressed air to operate it and a compressor should be sized according to the tool's air needs.
How to Press a Front Wheel Hub Bearing
Front wheel hub bearings sometimes need to be pressed in and out due to the design of the bearing. You'll need a special tool called a hub bearing press, which is made specifically for pressing in and out wheel bearings. Without this tool, the process is virtually impossible to do without damaging t
How to Troubleshoot a 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora Fuel System
A 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora's engine, fuel system and emissions are all covered by the same first generation on-board diagnostic system. The Aurora's electronic control module interacts with sensors in each of the three areas. The ECM identifies and records malfunctions as they present themselves. Acc
How to Find a Repair Manual for a 1984 Suzuki Dr 125
If you have a 1984 Suzuki DR 125 dirt bike and you want to complete repairs on it, having a repair manual is a must. However, locating repair manuals for dirt bikes can present a small challenge, and trying to locate one for such an old dirt bike can raise the stakes a bit. However, with a little se
Use Car Performance Parts For A Better Ride
For car lovers, their vehicles are like their children. You always want to do everything you can to make sure that your baby performs brilliantly, while also ensuring that it remains in perfect condition. Thus, purchasing car performance parts becomes a necessity.
How to Remove Tar From Motorcycle Pipes
You're enjoying a warm, sunny day while driving down the road in your brand new motorcycle. As you pull off to grab a bite to eat, you notice dark, black tar on your shiny exhaust pipes. It is thick and gooey and no amount of scraping seems to remove the entire amount. Tar is an oil-based product an
How to Adjust a Clutch on a 2002 Suzuki Aerio
In older vehicles, the clutch on a manual transmission was engaged and disengaged by a cable that was connected to the clutch pedal. Over time, this cable would stretch and need to be adjusted. This system was eliminated by the hydraulic clutch system. The hydraulic system is not flawless though. On
How to Replace a Tail Light Fuse on an 86 Nissan 4X4 King Cab
When a fuse blows in your truck from anything other than natural failure it's typically caused by a short circuit. This can happen when wires are crossed, but most often occurs from failing to power down the component you're working on--for example, the tail lights. When you attempt any electrical r