First produced in 2002, the Jeep Liberty was available with either a four or six cylinder engine, and used a single spark plug for each cylinder. The sole responsibility of the Liberty's spark plugs is to ignite the compressed air/fuel mixture within the engine's cylinders. Spark plugs are exposed t
Adjusting the mechanical over-rider brakes on your camper trailer is something that is required before it becomes a performance issue. The camper trailer's mechanical over-ride brakes' first service interval is 500 kms (from new) and then again every 5,000 km. Leave other physical inspections or adj
The Mercury Grand Marquis is a large full-sized sedan and sister car to the Crown Victoria, manufactured by the Ford Motor Co. The headlight assembly in the Grand Marquis has several bulbs, including the headlamps, turn signals and corner lights. Over time, as bulbs burn out, you can replace them yo
A car cover is really functional to give the best protection for your car so you can use it as the best help for you. This cover is made from vinyl, fabric or leather so you can choose the best one that will be perfect for your needs. If it has some damages, it is better for you to fix it by yoursel
New, high tech auto safety systems can protect your property, keep your family safer, and even lower your auto insurance rates. Read about some of these new improvements to consider when you are shopping for a new car.
When you are in need of a good mechanic it can sometimes be a difficult task to find the right one for the job. There are so many shops around everywhere that it can sometimes feel overwhelming to find one you can trust to give you an honest opinion and not just one that is trying to get as much mon
It can be very frustrating to have failed air conditioning when driving in the summer. And having repairs done by a mechanic can be expensive. Fortunately, fixing the air conditioner in a Chevy Tahoe is often simply a matter of adding refrigerant to the system. Many of the refrigerants sold today al
Diagnosing GM Converter Lock-Up Problems
If you own a Honda S2000, you know it is a powerful sports car. However, it only takes a broken starter to sideline the vehicle. If you get that clicking sound when you attempt to start your Honda but it doesn't turn over and start, it is time to pull the starter out and rebuild it or replace it. Fo
Replace the glass in your truck if it has a crack or chip so that it does not crack further -- or break. A professional can replace your truck glass, whether it is your windshield, back glass or windows, but doing it yourself is rather easy and inexpensive, and can be finished in a day. Buy glass t
PCV stands for positive crankcase ventilation. The idea behind it is to run exhaust fumes back through the engine combustion chamber, to incinerate any unburned fuel or other pollutant before expelling it through the exhaust system. The system contains a PCV valve, a PCV hose and two grommets. After
The 2004 Chevrolet Malibu is a mid-sized sedan with a 2,189cc 2.2-liter, four-cylinder engine that puts out 145 horsepower stock. There are four spark plugs on the engine located on the driver's side in the middle of the engine. The rubber-covered wires on the distributor cap will guide you down to
Correct chain maintenance is essential to the long-term well being of your motorcycle. Keeping an eye on chain wear, lubrication and tightness will keep your motorcycle running better for longer and lengthen the life of your drive chain.
Car pressure washers are widely used in the auto detailing industry these days. Many years ago, power washers were considered unsuitable for cleaning automobiles. The reason for this was the high output pressure of these ...
If your 1997 Nissan Altima is turning over but will not start properly, there could be a variety of problems. Some issues can be fixed on a short-term basis without any special tools. Other problems, such as changing and replacing spark plugs, require certain tools.
The changing of wiper blades is a regular activity in the maintenance of any vehicle. They can get damaged through natural wear and tear but also through not looking after them, for example through using the wiper blades with ice on the windscreen which can wear the rubber.
There are two valves for each cylinder in a car engine. One valve is the intake valve, and the other is the exhaust valve. The intake valve opens to allow an air/fuel mixture into the cylinder, then closes and seals to permit compression to build in the cylinder. At the height of the compression the
The ball joints on your Dodge one ton truck act as the fulcrum between your truck's suspension and wheels, providing greater flexibility for comfortable steering. They consist of a steel spherical bearing and a socket encased in steel, and they fit into the steering knuckle. Due to normal wear and t
The auto market offers various types of brake flares.Car Brake image by Joelyn Pullano from Fotolia.comAs the name implies, brake line flaring is the practice wherein the mechanic adds a flare at the end of the brake line to ensure a leak-proof connection. Think of the brake line flare as...
