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Summary The A-pillar is the structural frame found on either side of the front windshield. Most A-pillars have an upper…
Summary The electric horn is the most common type of car horn. It has a round plate called a diaphragm…
Summary BMW emblems vary in size between models and their location on the car. You’ll need a plastic trim panel…
How to replace the lower control arms 2003-2007 Honda Accord To replace the lower control arms on your Accord just…
How to replace the upper control arms 2003-2007 Honda Accord To replace the upper control arms on your Accord this…
How to replace the rear bumper reinforcement 2006-2011 Honda Civic To replace the rear bumper reinforcement on your Civic it…
How to replace the rear wheel hub 2006-2011 Honda Civic To replace the Rear Wheel Hub on your Civic It's…
How to change the coolant 2006-2011 Honda Civic To change the Coolant on your Civic it couldnt' be easier. You'll…
How to replace the outer tail light assembly 2006-2011 Honda Civic To replace the outer tail light assembly on your…
How to replace the rear bumper cover 2006 - 2011 Honda Civic To replace the rear bumper cover on your…
How to replace the inner tail light 2006 - 2011 Honda Civic To replace the inner tail light on your…
How to replace the rear sway bar end Links 2006 - 2011 Honda Civic To replace the rear sway bar…
How to replace the lower control arms 2006-2011 Honda Civic To replace the lower control arms on your Civic this…
How to replace the alternator 2006-2011 Honda Civic To replace the alternator on your Civic it couldnt' be easier. You…
How to replace a side mirror 2006-2011 Honda Civic To replace the side rear view mirror on your Civic it…
How to replace the front brake calipers 2006-2011 Honda Civic To replace the front brake calipers on your Civic this…
How to replace the water pump 2006-2011 Honda Civic To replace the water pump on your Civic just follow the…
How to replace the oxygen sensors 2006-2011 Honda Civic To replace the oxygen sensors on your Civic this tutorial was…
How to replace the ignition coils 2006-2011 Honda Civic To replace the ignition coils on your Civic it couldnt' be…
How to replace the front bumper brackets 2006-2011 Honda Civic To replace the front bumper brackets on your Civic it…
How to replace the front grille 2006-2011 Honda Civic To replace the front grille on your Civic it couldnt' be…
How to replace the radiator support 2006-2011 Honda Civic To replace the radiator support on your Civic this tutorial was…
How to replace the front bumper cover 2006-2011 Honda Civic To replace the front bumper cover on your Civic it…
How to replace the front ABS sensor 2006-2011 Honda Civic To replace the front ABS sensor on your Civic It's…
How to replace the front brake hose 2006-2011 Honda Civic To replace the front brake hose on your Civic we're…
How to bleed the brake fluid system 2006-2011 Honda Civic To bleed the brake fluid system on your Civic we're…
How to replace the front sway bar end links 2006-2011 Honda Civic To replace the front sway bar end links…
How to replace the parking brake shoes 2006-2011 Honda Civic To replace the parking brake shoes on your Civic It's…
How to replace the serpentine belt 2006-2011 Honda Civic To replace the serpentine belt on your Civic this tutorial was…
How to replace the rear shocks 2006-2011 Honda Civic To replace the rear shocks on your Civic It's easy. You…
How to replace the struts 2006-2011 Honda Civic To replace the struts on your Civic it couldnt' be easier. You…
How to replace the outer tie rod 2006-2011 Honda Civic To replace the outer tie rod on your Civic it…
Summary A five-point harness car seat has five points of contact with a child’s body一two at the shoulder, two at…
Summary Brake rotors are round, circular discs or plates that are mounted by way of the lug studs and are…
Summary The Benz Patent Motor Car was a two-seater with two wheels at the back and one in front. The…
How to replace the inner and outer tie rods 2006-2011 Honda Civic To replace the inner and outer tie rods…
How to replace the spark plugs 2006-2011 Honda Civic To replace the spark plugs on your Civic this tutorial was…
Summary Deliberate paint scratches will be long and more or less straight, and will feel fairly even with your hand.…
How to replace the tail light bulbs 2006-2011 Honda Civic To replace the tail light bulbs on your Civic it…
How to replace the headlight bulbs 2006-2011 Honda Civic To replace the headlight bulbs on your Civic we're here to…
Summary When a car battery begins to leak, you’ll notice chalky green acid deposits forming around the battery terminals. A…
How to replace the windshield wipers blades 2006-2011 Honda Civic To replace the windshield wipers blades on your Civic this…
How to replace the battery 2006-2011 Honda Honda To replace the battery on your Honda it couldnt' be easier. You'll…
2006-2011 Honda Civic To on your Civic we're here to help. You will be asked to open the hood, locate…
How to replace the air filter 2006-2011 Honda Civic To replace the air filter on your Civic It's easy. You…
How to replace the front brakes 2006-2011 Honda Civic To replace the front brakes on your Civic we're here to…
How to replace the front brake pads 2006-2011 Honda Civic To replace the front brake pads on your Civic it…
How to safely jack your 2006-2001 Honda Civic To safely jack your on your Civic It's easy. You will need…
How to change the coolant 2003-2007 Honda Accord To change the Coolant on your Accord it couldnt' be easier. You…
How to replace the rear bumper cover 2003 - 2007 Honda Accord To replace the rear bumper cover on your…
How to replace the front wheel hub 2003 - 2007 Honda Accord To replace the front wheel hub on your…
How to replace the rear bumper cover retainers 2003 - 2007 Honda Accord To replace the rear bumper cover retainers…
How to replace the rear sway bar end Links 2003-2007 Honda Accord To replace the rear sway bar end Links…
Summary Early key fobs were plastic cases around the base of the key, and they gained more features over the…
How to replace the rear brake calipers 2003-2007 Honda Accord To replace the rear brake calipers on your Accord It's…
How to replace the alternator 2003-2007 Honda Accord To replace the alternator on your Accord we're here to help. You'll…
How to replace the headlight assembly 2003-2007 Honda Accord To replace the headlight assembly on your Accord we're here to…
Replace the side rear view mirror 2003-2007 Honda Accord To replace the side rear view mirror on your Accord this…
How to replace the water pump 2003-2007 Honda Accord To replace the oxygen sensors on your Accord this tutorial was…
How to replace the ignition coils 2003-2007 Honda Accord To replace the ignition coils on your Accord we're here to…
How to replace the front CV Axle 2003-2007 Honda Accord To replace the front CV Axle on your Accord it…
Summary You can disable the automatic headlights by using the headlight switch or pulling the fuse that connects the lights…
You’ve likely heard of “driving left of center” from police officers or driving instructors, but what exactly does it mean? …
How to replace the front ABS sensor 2003-2007 Honda Accord To replace the front ABS sensor on your Accord it…
How to bleed the brake fluid system 2003-2007 Honda Accord To bleed the brake fluid system on your Accord just…
Summary A car spoiler looks like an inverted aircraft wing that’s typically attached to the rear window, roof, or trunk. …
Summary To take the exhaust component’s diameter, you must identify the exhaust inlets and outlets with visual cues. Clean the…
Summary The BMW N63 engine is known for its power, fuel economy, and ride quality. Models equipped with the BMW…
Summary Tie rods, ball joints, and shock absorbers are some of the suspension parts that affect wheel alignment. Almost every…
Summary The BMW SMG transmission is a sequential manual gearbox with an automated clutch and six speeds. Common issues with…
Summary Instead of liquid coolant, air flowed over the 911's first engine to regulate operating temperatures. The very first 911…
Summary An engine’s top end is composed of components above the engine block, such as the valvetrain, cylinder head, and…
Summary Volvo ranks 17th out of 32 car brands in its class with a reliability rating of 3.5 out of…
Summary Audi was founded by August Horch, who initially named his new brand after his surname. The name "Audi" came…
Summary Modern estate cars that you should check out include the 2022 BMW 3 Series Touring, the 2023 Toyota Corolla…
Summary AdBlue is a colorless, non-toxic liquid made of 32.5% urea and 67.5% deionized water. While AdBlue and DEF are…
Summary The most overrated Euro cars include the Audi A8, BMW 5 Series, BMW 7 Series, Jaguar XJ, Land Rover…
Several MINI Cooper owners have reported that their brakes would squeal loudly when braking. While this issue can appear in…
Summary A blown car fuse will have a gap in the metal strip you can see through the transparent fuse…
Summary The engine air filter can be found underneath the hood, located near the engine towards the front of the…
Summary Safely start an old vehicle by first assessing how it was stored and what condition it’s in. Check key…
Summary A brake caliper looks like a thick, U-shaped block mounted over the edge of the brake disc. The brake…
Summary Common automatic driving mistakes include coasting downhill in neutral, revving the engine before shifting gears, switching between reverse and…
Summary How an A/C condenser looks depends on its type, though all are equipped with tubes that conduct refrigerant. Tube…
Summary To turn off your Jeep’s interior lights with the doors open, locate the dimmer switch and then turn it…
Summary A squeal during acceleration usually indicates the fan or serpentine belt is slipping. It can result from fluid contamination,…
Summary The Big 3—GMC, Ford, and Stellantis (Chrysler, Dodge, Fiat)—have many non-American cars that aren't built in the US. Toyota,…
Summary A car alarm has different electronic components that are wired to the lights on the dashboard and windshield, as…
Summary In a manual transmission, the clutch sits between the crankshaft and transmission housing, and in an automatic transmission, the…
Summary In modern vehicles, the main engine control computer (ECU) is typically located in the engine compartment. In vehicles from…
Summary The front defroster is in the dash near the windshield’s bottom, while the rear defroster has wires in the…
Summary You can find the CV joints on both ends of the driveshafts. CV joints connect the transmission and wheels,…
Summary Control arms are typically found in the frontmost part of the suspension system, specifically the front axle. These are…
Summary Officially designated 8HP, the ZF 8-speed transmission is a widely used automatic transmission design. The benefits of the ZF…
Summary Thieves might observe your car, damage its parts, or tamper with the security system as a prelude to stealing…
Summary Toyota’s TCF program aims to improve the vehicle recycling process, completely revamping how vehicles are disposed of. Instead of…
Summary Instrument panel lights staying on with the key removed usually point to an electrical fault. Likely causes include a…
Summary When looking for a good automotive e-commerce parts site, consider the website’s security, warranties and return policies, convenience, and…
Summary If you accidentally lock your keys in your car, you can call for roadside assistance if your insurance covers…
Summary When building a car from scratch, don’t forget to research the rules and regulations, draw inspiration from other DIY…