Replacing a Mazda6's heater core is not recommended for those who don't completely know the car's interior. You must remove multiple components, including the steering column and dashboard, in order to reach the core. You'll need another person to help you remove the dash.

A lot of equipment and supplies are needed to start a car detailing shop. All are essential to equipping a quality shop. Here are some of the main items to include on your list.

In order to maintain a properly running transmission in your 1995 Lexus GS300, you need to change the transmission fluid every 15,000 miles. Unfortunately, transmission flushing is often overlooked until it is too late. Any vehicle manufactured in 1995 has likely surpassed the 15,000-mile mark and

ECU refers to engine control unit. This is an electronic component in a car engine that usually controls the engine electronically to enhance engine performance to the best levels. It is usually involved in combustion whereby air and fuel mix and are burnt to emit energy.

The 3.4-liter V-6 engine installed in vehicles such as the Oldsmobile Silhouette from 1997 until 2004 belongs to the General Motors 60-degree, V-6 engine family. The most recent year it was used, this engine had a bore of 3.6 inches and a stroke of 3.3 inches. With a compression ratio of...

A constant velocity joint drive axle is also known as a CV axle. A failing CV axle on a 1990 Ford Taurus can be recognized by a loud clicking noise when the vehicle is in a tight turn or by axle grease covering the area in the immediate location of the CV axle outer boot. It is extremely common for

The mirrors on your 1999 Chevrolet are important for safely operating your vehicle, as they allow you to check if there are drivers behind you. Several Chevrolet vehicles have power mirrors that can be adjusted from the interior of the vehicle with a few buttons. If the mirrors on your Chevy vehicle

To keep your Saturn VUE in top operating condition, performing routine checks for cooling system leaks is essential. In addition, any signs of a coolant level drop can also signal a potential leak. Watching your coolant level can save your Saturn VUE from overheating due to a lack of coolant. Inspec

The new generation of the Volkswagen Passat was first introduced in 1998 on the North American market. The vehicle shares the same platform as the Audi A4 and features a 1.8L Turbo engine that has an output of 168-brake horsepower and 225 foot-pounds of torque. The timing belt is a crucial part in e

A healthy car battery is vital to the overall function of your automobile. The battery is what provides your car with the power needed to start and the battery and alternator combine to keep your electrical systems working. Once a car battery dies, it needs to either be recharged or replaced if rech

The Power Control Module (PCM) in your 1992 B-2200 monitors the input and output functions in the Mazda engine, and forms the core of the self-diagnostic system. If a problem is detected, the PCM will recognize a fault and assign it an identification code, which it will store in its memory section.

Repairing scratches on your own depends on the size and depth of the scratch.yellow car, a honda japanese sport car model image by alma_sacra from Fotolia.comScratches on your occur can occur in a variety of ways. Depending on the size of the scratch, it is possible to make the necessary...

IntroductionWhen replacing an alternator in a Pontiac Sunfire, it is always a good idea to remove it before purchasing a new one. Many alternators are made to fit many different vehicles and experience has shown that it is very easy to get the right alternator with the wrong placement of...

Removal and replacement of your master brake cylinder is a fairly straightforward procedure. Follow these 9 simple steps carefully and your project should run smoothly.

Boaters always want to know how fast they're going. Whether it's a 5-knot sailboat or a 100-knot racer, the obsession with speed is pervasive. Accurately measuring the speed of a boat is a complex problem, but most of the hard work has already been done by instrument manufacturers- all that's left f

Electric clutches are commonly used in larger tractors and snow plows to engage the cutting blades or plowing mechanisms. When these clutches fail to engage or there is a loss of power to the plowing mechanism, the cause may be a number of problems. Troubleshooting the electric clutch on a snow plow

Display photographs in discreet, nondistracting areas of the car. It's important to keep the pictures out of view of the driver. Because pictures in a car can be damaged, use duplicates of the originals. Damage comes from the sun, wear and tear, water or a wreck. Choose interesting, conversation-ind

Instructions for installing new headlights in your 2001 Ford Focus are the same for the four-door sedan, three-door hatchback and the four-door station wagon. It is important to change the headlights when they burn out. Continuing to drive at night without working headlights can result in a serious

The replacement driver's side mirror for a 2005 Ford Taurus is expensive, whether used or new. You can find some inexpensive aftermarket mirrors on the Internet and save some money by installing it yourself, using a couple of household tools and a telescopic magnet.

A headlight and a headlight lens are often referred to as the same thing. In older or classic vehicles, the headlight was a sealed beam type, and both the headlight and lens were considered one part. On modern vehicles, the headlight is separate from the lens, and in many cases, the actual light its