If the door handle on your 1988 GMC vehicle is malfunctioning or if it is severely damaged in an accident, you may wish to remove and replace it. Thankfully, the door handle itself is not too difficult to replace, although you will need to remove the vehicle's inside door panel. You should expect to

Gel cell batteries are internally sealed from the outside environment. They are some of the safest batteries on the market. During the charging process, the individual cells do not emit an explosive hydrogen gas. There is no real physical difference between the 6-volt gel cell and the 12-volt gel ce

If you want to give your Accord better handling and a lower ride height for better looks, the solution may be installing coilovers. With coilovers, you can raise and lower your Accord's ride height with a simple adjustment. Coilovers also help improve your Accord's handling while reducing body rol

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Every time you change the brake pads on your 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier you should change or turn the brake rotors at the same time. The brake rotor provides a smooth surface for the brake pads to adhere to, and over time, the rotors develop ridges in them. By turning or replacing the rotor, you give t

The 2002 Lincoln Navigator uses a hub assembly and composite rotor in the front brake system and a "Drum-In-Hat" style rear rotor that features a friction surface machined into the inside of the rotor hat area for a set of parking brake shoes to grip against. Replacing the rotors on this SUV is simi

Replacing or flushing the coolant in a Honda needs to be done every two to three years--not counting refilling the coolant tank when it's low. The coolant system is what keeps the engine running at optimal levels. It also prevents the engine from over-heating. Maintaining the coolant system is neces

MirraChrome is a type of auto body paint that produces a bright silver shine. It is designed to make the material that it is covering look like chrome. It is especially attractive because it requires no buffing or additional work to get this shine. All you need is a smooth surface and a spray gun.

The 1996 Dodge Caravan featured a 3.3-liter engine standard on the LE and Grand LE trims. The Dodge Caravan and Plymouth Voyager, both produced by Chrylser, were the first minivans introduced to the automobile market in 1983. The 1996 Dodge Caravan was the first model of the minivan's third generati

Have you ever experienced having so many problems with your car and brought it often to the mechanic? And when you are at the mechanic what would they tell you? He would probably tell you ...

Depending on your particular 1998 Volkswagen Jetta, you will find a somewhat different set of mounting hardware for your front brake system. Still, the basic configuration is the same no matter what model you own. Regardless, you can replace the front brake pads in your own garage with a set of simp

Many vehicle manufacturers hope to prevent theft by installing car radio alarms, sometimes known as PassLocks or Theftlocks. The lock is programmed either through the cars ignition, actual radio or electrical wiring or fuses. Depending on your car's specifications, there are a couple of different wa

The wheels used on Kawasaki's 2008 KLX 110 dirt bike are designed to relieve some of the shock generated by the rough terrain encountered during trail riding or motocross racing. While most smaller bumps can be shrugged off, hard landings can take a toll on the set of ball bearings that enable the K

You can adjust the parking brake on your 1995 Mazda MX-5 right from your home garage, saving time and money. You will know that it's time to adjust your parking brake when the vehicle starts to slip when parked downhill. Adjusting the parking brake takes up the slack in the parking brake cable, allo

Removing the rear calipers on a Lincoln LS is required if you're replacing the caliper, replacing the pads and or replacing the rotors. Having to replace the rear calipers is not a very common repair, but it does occur sometimes. Replacing the pads and rotors is more common, but to gain access to th

Locating efficiency information for automotive oil filters is a somewhat confusing task. Oil filter manufacturers vary in how they rate the filtration efficiency of their filters and few provide detailed information on how those ratings are derived. Determining the best filter for your application r

For proper operation of your car, having a good battery is essential. If proper care and maintenance is given to the battery, it can last for up to 5 years.

Harley-Davidson motorcycles with carbureted engines utilize a dual push-pull system for their throttles. One throttle cable pulls the throttle cable bracket to provide acceleration, while the other cable helps to push the bracket back into place. Harley recommends replacing both of these cables sh

Although most cars can use pre-terminated spark plug wires purchased from any auto parts stores, if you're building a custom motor for your vehicle, then you may need to have custom length spark plug wires (also called ignition wires). Fortunately, there are companies that make kits that include spa

Suspension and Swing ArmsA swing arm operates in conjunction with the rear suspension system to maintain the rear wheel's constant contact with the road. As a motorcycle travels down the road, bumps and road surface irregularities send shockwaves through the rear wheel, forcing it...