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How to Keep Playrooms Clean
A playroom serves several purposes. It gives children their own place to play and provides an area to store toys. While parents can close the door and forget about the mess, this mess can become a hindrance. Children will not be able to find the toys they want and won't have room to play with them w
How to Check Shock Absorbers or MacPherson Struts in a Nissan Pathfinder
A Nissan Pathfinder has shock absorbers in the rear and MacPherson struts in the front, which are composed of coil springs plus dampening shocks. Shock absorbers and struts are types of suspension designed to lessen the impact of bumps, providing a smoother ride. Read on to determine whether the sho
How to Replace a Stabilizer Bar in a Saturn VUE
The Saturn Vue was the first "homegrown entry" by Saturn and General Motors into the small, car-based SUV market. Established competition forced Saturn to come out swinging: the Vue offered a roomy cabin, extensive options, a number of drivetrain options and an attractive pricetag. Saturn has paid c
How to Remove the Gauge Cluster on a 1997 Saturn SC1
A failed gauge within the instrument cluster will leave the driver without vital engine or vehicle information. Removing the instrument or gauge cluster is the first step in servicing any of the gauges or replacing the entire cluster. Most novice mechanics can remove the cluster on a 1997 Saturn SC1
How to Inspect the Drivetrain in a Nissan Sentra
The Nissan Sentra comes with a 5-year/60,000 mile drivetrain warranty. You should take advantage of this warranty for the two recalls that went out on certain 2006 Sentras with the 2.5 liter engine. Some of those cars use excessive amounts of oil and may need a new engine. Other models had a faulty
How to Repair the Windshield Wipers on a 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix
Vehicles are equipped with windshield wipers to clear away dirt, debris and water from the vehicle's windshield. Over time, the wipers on the 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix can become damaged or begin to deteriorate. It's imperative to replace the windshield wiper blades when this happens to prevent distor
DIY Transmission Oil Change in a Jeep Grand Cherokee
Transmission oil, or fluid, as it's commonly known, is susceptible to breaking down just as engine oil. As such, the fluid needs changing at certain intervals. However, unlike engine oil, these intervals aren't nearly as frequent. Jeep recommends the transmission on the Grand Cherokee be serviced ev
How to Replace the Belt on a 2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer
The 2003 Chevy Trailblazer uses a single serpentine belt on the front of the engine to turn all the accessories when the engine is running. The belt, while reinforced with nylon, is rubber and will stretch and wear with time and use. Inspect the belt regularly and change it as soon as you see any da
What Work Is Done for 95,000-Mile Maintenance?
A 95,000-mile maintenance is a minor service usually; it may also be used as a chance to do any maintenance that was not done on the major service typically done at 90,000 miles.
Brake Repair: Keeping Drivers Safe on the Road
Need for replacement or repair is something every car owner dreads hearing. Whether a big repair or a small one, it still means dollars are flying out of the wallet and that is never a ...
How to Get Exalted in "Cataclysm"
In 2004, Blizzard Entertainment released "World of Warcraft," a massively multiplayer online role playing video game exclusive to the computer. Six years after its release, Blizzard came out with the "Cataclysm" expansion pack, which raised the level cap to 85 and added numerous additional factions
How Do I Grease the Lower Ball Joint on a 1992 Nissan Sentra?
Your 1992 Nissan Sentra's lower ball joints are also known as the non-load-carrying or follower ball joints. These components permit the front wheels to steer side to side and suspend up and down. It's best to keep these components properly greased.
How to Identify the Heating Components of a 1997 Jeep Wrangler
The 1997 Jeep Wrangler is also badged as the Wrangler Rubicon and the TJ. The heating system in the Jeep Wrangler includes the heater core, defroster duct and nozzle, heater hoses, blower motor, fan, heater control cables and heater housing cover. Access to the heating system components requires rem
2000 Pontiac Bonneville Starting Problems
On February 16, 2004, General Motors informed the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration that it would be recalling certain 2000 Bonneville Pontiacs for an issue causing drivers to experience backfires if the engine was not starting when cranked. Owners of this model experiencing starting pr
How to Mix Primer
Preparing primer sometimes requires the mixing of primer with an activator prior to use. This mix must be done carefully, combining the exact ratio necessary for the best results. While careful measurements cut by cut can give you the precision you need, an easier method of mixing primer with activa
How to Replace the Radiator on a 1997 GMC Safari Van
The radiator on a GMC Safari is designed to chill the engine coolant and transmission fluid using a series of aluminum fins. Over the course of driving, occasionally a rock can hit the radiator and damage it or cause it not to cool efficiently. Also, corrosion can build up from normal wear and tear,
How to Avoid Getting Ripped Off When Sourcing Suspension Parts
Looking for the best deal for your air suspension parts?WARNING: Don't pay for any air suspension parts until you've read this 7 part check list!
How to Restore Foggy Headlights
Plastic headlights become sun damaged and oxidized after being exposed to weather and sun for a while. This foggy film may be able to be removed using an inexpensive product. Restoring foggy headlights yourself will save the expense of replacing the headlights. Cleaning up your headlights will also
How to Repair Car Bumpers
The damage commonly associated with car, truck or sports utility vehicle bumpers include cracks, dents, scratches and cuts. To repair these damages, you will need a few basic tools that can be purchased at the local hardware and auto parts stores for less than $100. The time the repair takes will be
How to Replace the Intake Manifold Gasket on the Grand Am 2.2 L
The Pontiac division of General Motors first released the Grand Am to consumers for the 1973 model year. Over the last several decades, the Grand Am has come and gone through Pontiac's lineup, but its longest run was from 1985 through 2005, when production was halted for good. In 2002, the 2.2-liter