May 15, 2024

Car repair and maintenance articles

How to Install a Chevelle Windshield

Paying a mechanic to install a new windshield in your Chevrolet Chevelle can be an expensive proposition. Although it may seem rather daunting, you can save yourself a large amount of money by installing the windshield yourself. When tackling this job, you should have someone help remove and install the windshield from the vehicle. The […]

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How to Tune a Yamaha YZ250

The Yamaha YZ250 is an off-road motorcycle that was initially introduced by Yamaha in the 1970s. Since that time, it has become popular with motorcyclists. Tuning up your Yamaha YZ250 is a regular part of maintenance right along with regular oil changes. Purchase replacement spark plugs at your local Yamaha dealership to ensure you get […]

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How to Repair Cracked Windshield

Small stones, sticks, plastic and other road debris can cause damage to the windshield of a car. Chips and cracks can be sealed and repaired without having to replace the entire windshield, saving the vehicle owner hundreds of dollars. Windshield repair at home requires approximately one hour. Promoted by Things You’ll Need Windshield syringe-type repair […]

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How to Repair a Power Window on a Windstar 2002

The primary components of a power window are the glass, the regulator that holds the glass, the control switches and the wiring connecting the switch to the regulator. Cracked or broken window glass needs to be replaced, but the regulator, the switches and the wiring can also cause problems. What you need to do for […]

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How to Fix a Loose Windshield

Keeping the windshield in your vehicle in the best possible condition is vital in ensuring clear visibility when your vehicle is on the road. If your windshield comes loose the best thing to do is fully reattach the whole windshield to the vehicle frame to ensure that it is completely fixed in place. You can […]

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Saturn Passenger Door Glass Installation

While there are many uncomplicated Saturn repairs and part swap-outs you can do, door glass installation is not one of the easier ones. While the removal does not usually present too many problems, reinstallation can be challenging. Even body shop professionals who have done multiple Saturn door glass installations know to expect a challenge. You […]

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How to Remove an E30 Sunroof

The BMW E30 body style was produced from 1982 to 1990, and included all of the 3-series cars. Some of these cars came with a sunroof, which allowed the sun to shine into the interior when open. These sunroofs have many moving parts, and over time, they can degrade and wear down. If that happens, […]

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How to Repair a Toyota Corolla Power Window

Repairing a malfunctioning power window in your Toyota Corolla depends primarily on the year of your model. The window itself is comprised of the main components — the glass, regulator, wiring and switch — but their exact installation depends on the year it was made. Some parts may not be easily accessible on some models. […]

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How to Permanently Seal a Car Sunroof

If your car’s sunroof won’t stop leaking, you may choose to seal it permanently — possibly the most effective solution to this problem. With a few items from the hardware store, you will have all the materials you need to seal your car’s sunroof permanently. You will create a waterproof seal using silicone that will […]

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How to Repair a Power Window on a Dodge Dakota

The power windows on the Dodge Dakota involve multiple components, much like other vehicles. This includes the glass, the window regulator, the run channel and the wiring connecting the regulator to the switches. You may need to replace any one of these to repair the window on your Dakota. Not all models of the Dakota […]

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How to Repair a Power Window Switch in a Dodge Durango

Many models of the Dodge Durango and other vehicles use power windows in the doors that are operated by switches. Repairing a power switch that doesn’t work can be a matter of replacing the switch itself or changing the wiring harness. How much work you have to do depends on exactly what needs replacing. This […]

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How to Repair the Rear Window Defrost in a Toyota Corolla

The rear defroster on a Toyota Corolla, also called the defogger, is made up of several lines across the rear windshield. Voltage travels through these lines, also called “elements,” to remove the frost from the window and aid rear visibility. A break in one of these elements will disrupt the circuit and cause the element […]

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Directions to Install a Car Window on a Toyota Corolla

Installing a new window in its regulator is important for any car if the old glass was broken. On a Toyota Corolla, the regulator is often a fixed component of the door, but it is possible to install new glass in the window. Once inside the glass, the window is also protected by a plate […]

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How to Remove the Windshield on an S10

The Chevy S10 Blazer is a midsize SUV produced by General Motors. You can remove the windshield from your Chevy S10 right from your home, saving a lot of money on labor costs. You should remove and replace your windshield whenever it has a chip or crack in it larger than a quarter in order […]

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