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The Location of the Picture Vehicle Speed Sensor in a 95 Windstar
The 1995 Windstar is a front-wheel-drive minivan made and manufactured by the Ford Motor Company. The vehicle is equipped with a vehicle speed sensor, which aids the Windstar in operating at optimal performance.
How to Change an Ignition Key Switch on a Tilt Wheel
The ignition key switch on a tilt steering wheel may end up failing from normal use although most vehicle ignition key switches are made to last. Unfortunately, the pins in the switch assembly sometimes jam or seize, or the electrical switch component fails. When this happens, you'll need to change
How to Add Transmission Oil to an Acura MDX
Adding transmission oil to an Acura MDX is an important step that will ensure that the vehicle's transmission functions properly. Transmission oil, also called transmission fluid, is used to transmit power from the MDX's transmission through the torque converter. The torque converter ultimately tran
How to Replace an air Filter in a Chevy Corvette
Clean air filters in a Chevy Corvette will increase horsepower and acceleration because it allows for unobstructed air flow to the engine. Changing air filters takes most people under 10 minutes to complete. Air filters should be changed every 30,000 miles for normal vehicle use. Corvettes that are
List of Dashboard Warning Lights
Every vehicle owner should be know what their dashboard warning lights mean.Dashboard of automotive image by TekinT from Fotolia.comCars have become more reliant on computers, increasing the complexity of various systems and sometimes making problems harder to solve. Several dashboard...
How do I Replace the Low Beam Plugs on a 1997 Lexus SC 400?
The SC series for Lexus was introduced in 1991. The 1997 Lexus SC400 was equipped with a 4.0-liter V-8 engine, capable of producing up to 260-horsepower and 270-foot-pounds of torque. The headlight system on the 1997 SC400 is called a dual bulb system. This means that there are two bulbs used for hi
HHO Gas to Water Car Conversion - Increase Your Gas Mileage and Burn Clean Gas
HHO Car Conversions are becoming the craze in doubling your gas mileage. With the high price of gas and oil prices setting new records every day it is important to get a system that you can install yourself that will help you get great gas mileage. A lot of people are creating there own water gas hy
Brake Repair: Important Categories
Drum brakes, parking breaks and disc brakes all consist of the main categories of the braking system. It is important to operate a safe vehicle and know the status of your brakes at all times.
How to Keep Your Van Legal & Safe
If you use your van as your work-vehicle and possibly as your sole form of transport, you cannot underestimate the importance of carrying out regular motor-maintenance. As well as ensuring that your vehicle is regularly serviced and receives its annual MOT, it is vital to undertake other, regular ma
How to Repair a Camshaft Position Sensor on an Audi A4
In 1996, the Audi A4 was only available with a 2.8-liter V6 engine. In 1997, Audi added the option of a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine, mainly in the sedan model. This article is going to deal with 1997 to 2000 1.8-liter, four-cylinder engines only. The camshaft position sensor is vital to engine ti
How to Replace the Brakes on a 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
The 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme came equipped with a four-wheel disc brake system; anti-lock brakes were optional. Replacing the brakes on the Cutlass is similar to replacing them on other General Motors vehicles equipped with the same brake system. It requires a special tool to compress the ca
How to Read the Diagnosis on a 2007 Tundra
A 2007 Toyota Tundra has several systems capable of self-testing. The On-Board Diagnostic system is perhaps the most frequently accessed, as it includes the engine, fuel system, emissions and electrical network. There are other systems in place, however, such as the antilock brakes and air bags. Eac
The Risks of Putting Off Brake Repair
Brake repair is not something that you want to wait on having done. Make sure you know the risks of putting it off.
Auto Detailing Supplies - 3 Steps to Do it Right
Ever since you bought your dream car, maintaining its exterior luster and its interior sheen have been always one of your concerns. Because rain and other pollutants have caused your car's exterior appearance, you better head to the nearest store to purchase some auto detailing supplies. Bringi
What Does a Map Sensor Control?
MAP is an acronym for manifold absolute pressure. A MAP sensor is an electronic control that works in conjunction with the intake manifold, a system of tubes and chambers that carry a mixture of air and fuel to the intake valves.
How to Reline a Motorcycle Gas Tank
The steel tanks used by most motorcycles can rust as moisture builds up within the fuel supply, especially if the gas tank is left partially filled for long periods of time. Left to develop, the rust will eventually eat away at the gas tank's inner surface and create pinhole leaks. You could opt to
How to Perform a Compression Test on the Engine in a Ford F-Series
The Ford F-150 contains either a V6 or a V8 engine, while the F-250 and F-350 trucks feature the choice of a V8 or V10 engine. For the 2008 model year, Ford also introduced the F-450 truck, which contains a V8 engine. When the engine in one of these powerful trucks is running poorly, losing power or
How do I Jump a Ford Starter Solenoid?
When functioning properly, the starter solenoid carries the flow of power from the battery to the starter after the key in the ignition has been turned over. By jumping the solenoid you are bypassing the solenoid to directly transfer power from the battery into the starter. Jumping your solenoid can
How to Remove Door Panels on a 1996 GMC Sonoma
The door panels on a 1996 GMC Sonoma hold the interior door handles as well as the arm rest. They also conceal the window regulator, window and door speakers from view. Removing the door panel gives you access to all of those components and allows you to fix anything inside the door that may be brok