The starter on your Ford Taurus uses a small rotor called a pinion to engage and turn the flywheel on the engine during the starting phase. After the engine has started, the pinion within the starter automatically retracts. The teeth on the pinion look similar to a gear. If they wear down or break off, […]

The 1997 Pontiac Bonneville is one model car in which the ignition switch is actually built into the steering column's lock cylinder. Replacing an ignition switch in this case means replacing the cylinder as well. This is still not a very easy procedure, however, as you need to disconnect the steering wheel in order to […]

The Chevrolet Trailblazer was introduced as a slightly larger version of, and shares lineage with, the smaller Chevy S10 Blazer. Base 2006 Chevy Trailblazers were powered by a 4.2-liter inline six-cylinder engine. However, the engineers at Chevy also made two V-8 engines available in 2006. A 5.3-liter V-8 was available in LT and LS trim […]

Bulldog Security (bulldogsecurity.com) is an aftermarket automotive accessories company that specializes in car security systems and related devices; such as remote car starters, alarms and keyless entry systems. All Bulldog Security systems are operated by remotes, typically attached to a set of car keys. Despite having many different functions and uses, Bulldog Security remotes are […]

The starter relay on the 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is incorporated into the starter solenoid attached to the starter motor assembly. The solenoid serves two purposes. The first is the relay portion that sends the high amperage power directly from the battery to the starter motor. The second purpose is to engage the starter drive to […]

Honda offers remote starter kits for Accords through its dealership parts network. There are also many varieties of aftermarket remote starter kits available for Accords. Whichever kit you use, it is best if the Accord already has a factory keyless remote system. Your remote starter will allow you to turn the car and some accessories […]

Removing a damaged fender on your GMC Sierra can help improve the appearance of your truck. The fender acts to protect important internal parts of your truck, such as engine components and electronics. In minor accidents, sometimes the only damage is to the fender of the truck. The fender can be replaced easily by a […]

Replacing the starter motor on the engine of your 1999 Chrysler Town and Country with a new or rebuilt unit may be necessary if the starter motor has started making noise, dragging or stopped working altogether. The starter motor is located at the rear of the engine compartment; it is mounted to the back of […]

An M-22 “Rock Crusher” is a Muncie four-speed transmission for cars made by General Motors in the 1960s. Identify a transmission type correctly before fitting it into your car. If you have the incorrect transmission, your car may not function properly. You can identify several unique signs that identify an M-22 “Rock Crusher,” even if […]

The 5-in-1 Power Pack by Chicago Electric is a portable battery system. It gets its name from the fact that it can jump-start car batteries and provide remote DC and AC power; it also has a built-in air compressor and a map light. To do any of those things, however, the Power Pack needs to […]

Viper makes a large variety of automotive electronics aftermarket products, including security systems and remote starter kits. To successfully install a remote starter kit, it is best if your car is already equipped with a factory key-less remote entry system. The remote start will turn the engine and some accessories on, but you will not […]

Boa is one of the brand names under the parent company Directed Electronics, or “DEI.” The Boa brand makes several models of key fobs. The 165B model is a remote starter, while the 265B model incorporates the remote starter with a keyless entry system. The steps for programming are the same for both models. Promoted […]

Removing the front right axle of your vehicle is a process that is a bit challenging, but it can be done in about two or three hours. The front right axle is attached to the center flange with bolts and the bolts can be a bit stubborn coming loose, but a breaker bar and some […]

The introduction of electric starters on automobiles eliminated the difficult and potentially hazardous process of crank starting an engine. When the driver activates the ignition switch, a starter solenoid is actuated, which then allows electric current to flow through the windings of the starter motor that starts the engine. As with any electromechanical part, a […]