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JVC Pop Out Car Stereo Instructions
Many JVC car stereos have a detachable "pop-out" faceplate. By detaching the faceplate when vacating the car, you can create the appearance of a void where the stereo is located. This can deter thieves by suggesting that the car has no radio. The bulk of the equipment remains in the car, yet the ide
How to Tint 97-99 Eclipse Tail Lights
The '97 to '99 Mitsubishi Eclipse Eclipse taillight assembly is rectangular in shape with a pointed end where it wraps around the corners of the vehicle. The taillight assembly is relatively flat in shape on the surface, with a minor curve at the ends. Tinting the taillights should take no more than
How to Set Up the Lights on a Power Driven Pleasure Craft
Lighting on a pleasure craft is important, both for the safety of that craft as well as others on the water. The regulations for lighting a pleasure boat specifically call for exact mounting placement and angles. Lights for various kinds of crafts can be purchased at boating supply stores.
How to Change an Alternator Belt on a Dodge Neon
The alternator belts used on the Dodge Neon can crack due to the changes in weather temperature or just wear out from usage. Regular maintenance of the belt is needed to keep your vehicle running properly and prevent you from being stranded. If the belt breaks while you are driving you vehicle, the
How to Change Brake Shoes
Most automobiles were manufactured with rear drum brakes during the 20th century, and these braking systems use hydraulically operated shoes to apply friction to the interior of a drum, stopping the car. The shoe material can quickly wear out and require replacement at regular intervals. The average
How to Remove the Starter on a 2001 Polaris Sportsman 90
Polaris makes a variety of recreational vehicles for personal use, such as an ATV. If the starter that is on your Polaris Sportsman 90 ATV begins to wear the push button start mechanism will not work correctly. This will require you to replace the old starter with a new part. However, before install
How to Replace the Catalytic Converter in a 2002 Chevy Avalanche
The 2002 Chevy Avalanche has two catalytic converters. The catalytic converters are located in what most mechanics refer to as the y-pipe. The catalytic converter is part of the exhaust system and is always in front of the muffler. The inside of the catalytic converter is constructed like a honeycom
Easy Guide to Changing Your Own Oil
Sometimes taking your oil to get changed can be costly.Here are a few tips on how to change the oil on your car yourself.
How to Remove the Overhead Console in a Dodge Truck
The overhead console in a Dodge truck provides convenience for vehicle occupants in the form of twin map lights and small storage compartments. The console is centrally located between the driver and passenger seats, mounted to the Dodge's ceiling. If the overhead console breaks, it may no longer fu
How to Bend Brake Tubing
Your vehicle brake lines consist of a system of long metallic lines that travel from the master cylinder to a splitting block. From the splitting block, the lines continue to the front brake calipers, then travel toward the back of the vehicle and connect with the rear brake wheel cylinders. The bra
How do I Change the Lights in an RX300?
Changing an RX300's headlights requires you to locate the headlight assemblies in the engine bay and remove and replace the bulbs. Though the process is not difficult, it is an important one since it is illegal not to have working headlights. Changing the lights in your RX300 is essential maintenan
How to Remove a Harmonic Balancer From a Car
The harmonic balancer on your engine absorbs crankshaft vibrations. It consists of a round metal mass attached to the crankshaft, and an outer metal ring that absorbs and dissipates the energy from the crankshaft. The two metal pieces are tightly bound together by a rubber insulator which is sandwic
Changing Trends In Car Repairs From Technically Equipped Repair Shops
A generation ago car repair and maintenance was very expensive, but nowadays just for the competition in this business, it came down. Because of more parts and sophisticated machineries car repairs has become difficult. MOT ...
How To Change The Brakes on a Hyundai Elantra
The braking system on a Hyundai Elantra is made up of three key parts. The entire system requires frequent inspection, repair and (if necessary) replacement to ensure that the vehicle meets governmental safety standards and the standards expected by Hyundai owners. The brake pads are most-often repl
How to Lower the Suspension on a Chevrolet Suburban
You can lower the suspension on a Chevrolet Suburban by removing the manufacturer's struts and springs provided by Chevrolet and replacing them with aftermarket shocks and struts. By purchasing custom shocks and struts, you decide how much you want to lower the Suburban, and how you want to lower it
How to Find Your Wheels' Bolt Pattern
When it comes to finding the proper fitment for putting aftermarket or other new wheels on your car, the bolt pattern is possibly the most important consideration.
How to Remove Car Battery Cables
Do you need to remove car battery cables that have a lot of corroded buildup on the ends? Corrosive matter develops on exposed battery cables and clamps connected to old car batteries or new ones that are not well maintained. As the material grows around the cable connections it weakens connectivity
How to Replace Rear Disc Brakes in a Dodge Intrepid
The Dodge Intrepid has disc brakes in the front and rear of the vehicle. Replacing the disc brakes is a quick and easy process that requires very few tools. Read further to learn how to replace the rear disc brakes in about an hour.