General Car Repair

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car with missing hubcap
What to Do If Someone Stole Your Hubcap

It's not a critical part, but you'll want to replace it.

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Blown Head Gasket Symptoms

Prevention is the best medicine.

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Best Products for a Quick, DIY Leather Seat Repair

A simple cleaning might be all you need.

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Post Road Trip Maintenance—What to Check After a Long Drive

Stay ahead of potential danger or expensive repairs.

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How to Remove a Radiator Cap without Damaging Your Vehicle

It's important to remove the radiator cap properly to avoid personal injury.

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How to Determine What Size Brake Rotors to Use in Your Car

One of the parts that you must replace in a car with lots of use is the brake rotors. The rotors are

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How to Repair Cracks in a Dashboard

The dashboard of a vehicle gets a lot more abuse than people realize.

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How to Replace a Power Steering Hose

The power steering hose is what pushes the power steering fluid from the power steering pump to the rack

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Transmission Belt Keeps Coming off Pulleys

When riding mowers grind to a halt, this might be the issue.

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6 Common Auto Repair Questions Answered

Being able to troubleshoot common auto problems can save you serious time and money.

A brake master cylinder still attached under the hood of a Ford Mustang.
Diagnosing Common Brake Master Cylinder Problems

Malfunctioning master cylinder means ineffective brakes.

A black van.
Lubricating Van Sliding Doors

The sliding doors of a van can easily become stiff.

An exposed car engine.
How to Flush a Rusted Radiator

An efficient radiator cools your engine by circulating coolant through its pipes.

A car door handle.
Install a Replacement Door Handle on Your Car

Start by finding a replacement handle.

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How to Determine the Shelf Life of Car Antifreeze

Car antifreeze lowers the freezing point of engine liquids.

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How to Change the Interior Lights in Your Vehicle

A car’s interior lights can be found on the roof and door edges in cars.

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11 Essential Gadgets for Auto Tool Kits

Keep the essentials close to handle car repairs.

The flat tire on a car
Everything You Should Know About Spare Tires

Inflate your knowledge about spare tires with these safety and maintenance tips.

A Mini Cooper steering wheel.
How to Repair Power Steering Fluid Leaks

When you see a drip, find it and fix it at home.

Jumping a car in the snow.
What to Do When a Cold Engine Is Hard to Start

Here are 3 ways to get yourself back on the road.

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Tire Sidewall Repair Basics

Should you repair your tire's sidewall yourself?

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ABS Brake Repair: What to Do if the ABS Light Stays On

A light might have nothing to do with your car's ABS system.

Someone working on a car's breaks.
Repair Brake Rotor: How to Resurface a Brake Rotor

When it comes time to repair brake rotors, there are a few things you should know.

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All about Brake Rotor Replacement

Don't put the brakes on this DIY repair.

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How to Repair a Trailer Tire

Don't let your trailer drag across the street.

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Car Door Hinge Work: Raise a Sagging Door

Replace that car door hinge before it causes bigger issues.

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Installing a Power Door Lock Actuator

Convert your vehicle's manual door locks to automated locks.

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Knowing When Your Radiator Needs to be Replaced

Replacing a car radiator can get expensive, so if you're having issues with your car overheating or if it's sprung a radiator leak, here are some pointers to make sure the radiator actually needs replaced.

control arm bushing
How Control Arm Bushings Affect Your Vehicle

Understanding how your control arm bushing works will help you diagnose potential issues with the suspension of your vehicle.

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How to Repair a Radiator Fan

The fan should be on the front or the back of the radiator, making it easier to access.

man changing a tire
How to Seal a Flat Tire

You can fix many flat tires yourself.

black car with multiple hail dents in the hood.
Repairing Your Car from Hail Storm Damage

If your car has suffered hail storm damage, you can undertake the repairs yourself.

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How to Adjust and Align Rear Leaf Springs

Rear leaf springs are part of your suspension system.

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Differences between High Performance and Stock Headers

Check out the benefits of high performance exhaust headers.

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Brake Line Repair: When to Use a Compression Fitting

Although not typically advised, there are times that it is okay to use a compression fitting to repair a brake line.

Car wheel and brakes
Basic Brake Repair Instructions for Common Brake Problems

When the brakes act up, take action to fix them right away.

control arm bushing
How to Install Control Arm Bushings

Control arm bushing are an important component of your car. Fortunately, when they wear out, it's fairly easy to replace them.

radiator in a car
How to Apply Aluminum Radiator Epoxy

Make sure your engine is cool before beginning.

A stack of rack and pinions.
Troubleshooting Common Rack and Pinion Problems

When your busy life relies on a reliable vehicle, then rack and pinion problems are going to need to be diagnosed, and fixed, as soon as possible. The rack and pinion assembly is a part of the entire power steering component that makes driving your car much easier. When the rack and pinion is not working

A red car with a shiny chrome muffler.
Welding vs Bolting Your Car Muffler

Fitting a car muffler is one of the best ways to give your car some much needed extra power.

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4 Signs the Your Radiator Fan Belt Needs Replacement

The radiator fan has many important tasks and is a pivotal part of your engine.

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How to Install a New Power Steering Hose

When it comes time to replace your power steering hose, make sure you have the right replacement hose and prepare for some drips.

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How to Adjust Brake Pedal Height

Early or late stopping can be a serious safety hazard.

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Minivan AC Not Working

Get your cool back.