April 29, 2024

Car repair and maintenance articles

How to Adjust the Driver Side Window on a Pontiac Montana

You will need to adjust the driver side window in your Pontiac Montana if it has become stuck in a stationary position. A stuck window might be caused by a damaged window regulator, or perhaps the window itself is not connected to the regulator correctly. To fix the problem, remove the window from the frame […]

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How to Replace the Rear Window in a Chrysler Sebring Convertible

If your Chrysler Sebring Convertible rear window becomes damaged, it will cause your window to require a replacement. When replacing your rear window, you need to remove the caulking seal from around the window and install a new one. You can pick up a replacement rear window for your Chrysler Sebring from your local auto […]

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Window Glass Installation Instructions for a 1940 Ford Sedan

The 1940 Ford sedan was the last of the original 1937 designed Ford models to contain a smaller V-8 engine. With all vehicles well over 50 years old, parts in the vehicle can become worn or damaged. These parts require regular care and replacement. Finding the parts for your 71-year-old sedan could be tricky, but […]

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How to Install Window Glass in a 1940 Ford Coupe

Installing window glass in to a 1940 Ford Coupe isn’t much different than installing a window in a modern day car. If anything, the process is much simpler and, therefore, slightly easier. One difficulty is finding a replacement window to fit the vehicle. There are a number of specialist dealers who provide components for classic […]

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How to Realign a Car’s Power Window

If the window in your vehicle goes out of alignment it can cause the power window function to no longer work correctly. The most likely cause of the problem is the window not being correctly secured to the window regulator. If you cannot securely close your window it can put your vehicle at risk of […]

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Dodge Neon Rear Door Window Installation

A damaged rear door window in your Dodge Neon can be a serious issue depending on the extent of the damage. If the window is broken it may lead to someone cutting their hands on the shards of glass. A damaged window should be replaced immediately before next taking your vehicle out on the road. […]

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How to Wire a PCM in a Jeep

Your Jeep’s powertrain control module, or PCM, is basically the equivalent to a computer’s central processing unit. It is used to relay information from all of your Jeeps electrical relays. It also relays engine trouble and problems to the driver and helps to automatically regulate some functions like air-fuel mixtures and piston firing. Wiring your […]

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How to Replace the Window and the Regulator of a Land Cruiser

If the door on your Land Cruiser becomes damaged you may need to replace both the window and the window regulator. This is usually a job that should be carried out by a professional mechanic, but if you have basic auto repair knowledge and want to save some money, you can do the work yourself. […]

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How to Replace Ford Windstar Window Glass

If any damage occurs to the windows in your Ford Windstar it can not only reduce the visibility which the driver has when taking the vehicle on the road, it can also reduce the overall appearance of your Ford. In addition, because the window is already compromised, it’s an open invitation that can put your […]

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My Jeep Grand Cherokee Windows Won’t Work

If the windows on your Jeep Cherokee stop working correctly it is most likely a problem with either the window regulator itself or the regulator motor. To access the problem you will first need to gain access to the window regulator to see if it is merely a disconnected wire or if the regulator is […]

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How to Install Rear Glass in a Beetle

Installing the rear glass in a Volkswagen Beetle can be a difficult process and should be done with the help of an assistant. The rubber window seal must be installed correctly to protect the interior of the car from leaks. The window seal has two curved surfaces: The large one goes on the outside of […]

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How to Repair the Window in a 2003 Buick Rendezvous

A broken window in your 2003 Buick Rendezvous can be a headache for any car owner. Not only does it affect the overall look of your vehicle but it can also reduce visibility and put your vehicle at risk of further damage or theft. Replacing the damaged window is a fairly simply process and does […]

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How to Change a Driver Side Window on a 2000 Mustang

If your driver-side window becomes damaged, it can put your vehicle at risk from further damage or theft. Changing the driver-side window on your 2000 Mustang is essentially the same as in every other car, and it can be completed in a matter of minutes. You can pick up the tools needed for the job […]

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How to Repair Windshield Pits

While smaller chips in a windshield, known as “pits,” may not pose a risk of turning into cracks, they can be dangerous if they obscure your vision. You can repair windshield pits with a special resin-based polymer that fills in pits and is then buffed smooth after it has cured. While some auto parts stores […]

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