GM's self-diagnostic computer systems work much like any other produced since 1996. Standardized on the government-mandated On Board Diagnostics, Series II system, GM's computer systems monitor almost every aspect of the engine and drivetrain. After detecting a discrepancy in sensor input, the compu

If you've bought a boat from someone, but they aren't including the trailer in the sale, you should ensure that your trailer is big enough to accommodate the boat and that the bunks on your trailer are long enough and wide enough to cradle the new boat while it's being transported. If you're closing

So you are driving down the highway, and a semi truck pulls in front of you. Then out of nowhere a small rock, the size of your pinky, slams into your windshield. And like that, you have an expensive fix on your hands. The benefits of repairing that rock chip in your windshield is two fold.

Most auto manufacturers have now started making cabin air filters standard equipment on their vehicles. As a luxury brand, however, Porsche has been putting cabin air filters in their vehicles for decades. These consumable filters trap dust, dirt and allergy-causing particulates as they travel in th

If you need to change the thermostat a 1992 Nissan Maxima and you are having trouble locating it, the job can become much longer than necessary. Most qualified service centers can change a thermostat in a matter of minutes, but they have the necessary manuals to tell them where everything is located

The drive train in a van is the same as in a truck, but with tighter working conditions. The van has a very tight engine compartment, in which navigating can be frustrating. Working on the thermostat is no exception, but once you remove the air inlet line, you can replace the thermostat with little

Vehicle car door and hatch locks prevent theft of the car and protect the contents from vandals. These types of locks are exterior locks with a closure that covers the key opening when the key is not in the lock. The lock closure seals the entrance so that rain, dirt and debris cannot enter the lock

Black paint can give your car a tasteful, classic appearance.luxury and power: black car isolated image by alma_sacra from Fotolia.comThe color of paint you choose for your automobile is mostly a matter of personal taste. Each car color has numerous variations and its own benefits and...

The Dodge Neon was a compact front wheel drive car made by the Dodge division of Chrysler. Although production ended in 2005, the car went through two generations of redesigns. While some versions of the Neon came with fog lights, others did not. Fog lights on the Neon helps the driver to see in ext

You lose your car keys on occasion. Almost everyone has done it, or will do it at some point in his life. Most of the time, your keys are found before too long and you get to carry on with your plans. If you find yourself in a situation where you simply cannot find the keys to your BMW, you'll have

The use of synthetic oils in cars has grown because of their superior performance over petroleum-based oils in both low and high temperatures. Major differences between the two oils include molecular structure and additives.

If you look at the sidewall of your tires, you will see a string of letters and numbers that tell you the tire size. On most cars, there is another letter directly following the tire size, which tells you the speed rating of the tire. These letters let you know how fast you can safely drive on the t

With the first few months of this year Pioneer has introduced multiple innovative in-dash DVD devices, one among them is the avh-p4300dvd, a successor to the very well proven P4200 device. It's a double-DIN in-dash DVD unit that has a substantial LCD screen fitted in the front.

Emergency brakes were originally used to stop a vehicle during a failure of the regular brakes. However, emergency brakes are now used primarily to keep the vehicle from moving while parked because the regular brakes on a Mercury Cougar rarely fail. Emergency brakes most often need to be replaced as

There are 5 basic car paint job steps that can help you create a show ready paint job. While many sites differ on the 5 basic car paint job steps, learnautobodyandpaint.com prefers the ones contained ...

The circlip connector is a C-shaped clip that slides over a slot in the end of a metal rod, holding a vehicle's brake mechanism onto the rod. The metal rod allows the brake mechanism to pivot on the rod with the circlip connector keeping the assembly in place. Removing a rod circlip connector is not

Now that the hobby of classic car restoration is aging a bit, finding those old time spare parts can pose quite a dilemma. Let's discuss a few tips that might make your chase easier.

The Acura is a mid-size luxury sports car, manufactured since 1996. The engine for many late-model Acuras is Honda's J32A engine, which is a six-cylinder, 3.2-liter engine with a single overhead camshaft. The timing belt on this engine keeps the camshaft and crankshaft synchronized, and generally re

A gas filter is a necessary component of a car's fuel system. Unfiltered fuel may contain dirt, dust or abnormal particles which can clog the fuel pump and injectors. This causes a noticeable drop in engine performance and lowers the engine's life expectancy. The gas filter contains a filter paper w

We must never take the floor of our vehicles for granted. We track in so much junk and gunk, especially in the winter months, that choosing a good floor mat is essential. With so many looks and options on the market today, the choice is a fun one for you to make!