When the front bearing on your 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix begins to fail you will notice noise and vibration in the front corner of your car. The hub and bearing are designed to be replaced as a single unit, so you won't need a bearing puller or press. Many auto-parts stores will allow you to
The Plymouth Neon was manufactured between 1995 and 2005 and was branded also as the Chrysler Neon and Dodge Neon. The 1997 Neon could come as either a two-door coupe or four-door sedan. Both feature the same two liter, four-cylinder in-line engine. The wheel bearings on the Neon connect the axle ro
20 checks to maintain a healthy motor - Save 's on costly avoidable repairs Owning a car these days is not cheap. There's the overpriced insurance and the multi tiered road tax system, which may ...
Stainless steel is recognized for its strength, shiny appearance and long-lasting durability. Vehicle exhaust pipes are fabricated from stainless steel for resistance to fire, heat and impact. Exposure to exhaust, road salts, debris and airborne particles cause stainless steel exhaust pipes to accum
Auto repair services need to be top class if you want to seek the attention of the customers. Though the services are somewhat similar but there is one factor which can make a big difference. ...
How a Shock WorksA shock absorber most commonly works to dampen the effect of spring travel on an automobile. If shocks were not present, the wheels would tend to bounce uncontrollably, and that energy would transfer to the vehicle itself, causing it to ride very unstably. The kinetic...
The Chevrolet S-10 pickup truck was built from 1982-2004 with a variety of power plants, including the 2.5- and 2.2-liter four-cylinder engines and the 2.8- and 4.3-liter V6 engines. Most of these engines can benefit from simple bolt-on parts that increase performance. The average backyard mechanic
The exhaust manifolds on your Ford vehicle routs exhaust gases into the exhaust system. On the 5.4L model, one manifold is mounted to the left and right side of the engine. When cracked or damaged, manifolds have to be replaced to prevent harmful emissions from escaping into the atmosphere. Follow t
A transmission torque converter is a very important part of a vehicle's transmission. Basically a giant pump, a torque converter ensures the proper flow of hydraulic transmission fluid throughout a vehicle's transmission. A bad torque converter can seriously disrupt both a vehicle's transmission fun
Tires are the one element that connects your car to the road. A quality tire can save you money, keep your car running smoothly and even save your life in tight situations. There are many things to consider when rating a tire, including tread, warranties, weather resistance and size.
A lead-acid battery makes electricity by mixing sulfuric acid with water, creating a chemical reaction that generates free electrons, or electricity. Over time, the sulfuric acid attaches itself to the lead plates, weakening the battery until it dies. Battery chargers for lead-acid batteries use out
The caliper slide bolt, or pin bolt, is the lowermost bolt on a brake caliper. The slide bolt holds the caliper to the caliper mounting bracket. When you remove this bolt, the caliper will swing open from the bottom, giving you easy access to the brake pads. On some vehicles, this is the only way to
Your vehicle has a variety of pulleys. Most of them drive critical engine components. When these components fail, you must replace either the entire component or remove the pulley to access other components (or simply change the pulley). You'll need a special tool called a "pulley puller" or "pulley
When it comes to engine oils, you have a variety from which to choose. Which one of these varieties you choose to use is dependent on several factors such as driving conditions, external environment, the total number of miles on the engine and the recommendation of the manufacturer. Two popular type
The Bissell ProHeat is a carpet cleaner that uses heated water and cleaning solution to clean carpets and floors. It features a 2-in-1 tank for the water and solution, which is in the base of the unit. Removing the brush rollers allows you to clean them and replace the ProHeat’s belt.
KitchenAid makes wide use of digital control panels and displays in its range of stoves. On some models all the controls are integrated into a glass touch panel with a feedback display. Other models use a combination of traditional knob controls and a digital display. The digital displays communicat
The S40 is a small car from Volvo that was developed during Ford's ownership of the company. The S40 is based on a joint Ford/Mitsubishi platform, the "Carisma." It is popular in northern cities due to it's optional all-wheel drive (AWD) and Swedish winter proofing. The sway bar on the S40 serves to
"Tiger striping" can ruin a car's appearance.The reconstructed ancient car painted in two colors. image by Yuri Bizgaimer from Fotolia.com"Tiger striping" occurs when metallic paint has been applied unevenly. The paint job appears to have areas of deeper or lighter colors. Since...
The Hyundai Santa Fe, a mid-sized crossover SUV, has the room of an SUV bit drives like a sedan. You can take care of your Hyundai Santa Fe by doing routine checks on everything from the tires to the battery. Once a month, you should check the battery cables on your Hyundai Santa Fe for corrosion an
Chrome shower trim is a bathroom accent that is meant to adorn your shower with a metallic sparkle and shine. Chrome is also commonly used for bathroom sink fixtures as well. Chrome trim is usually a type of metal plating that is composed of the element chromium. Corrosion on your chrome trim will d
