A constant cloud of white smoke coming from your Montana's exhaust pipe points toward a blown head gasket.exhaust fulmes image by bilderbox from Fotolia.comIf you drive a 1999 Pontiac Montana and suspect your vehicle's head gasket is blown, there are several signs that can confirm your...

Buick equipped the 2000 model-year LeSabre with a passenger compartment air filter to filter fresh air entering the cabin and to filter airborne particulates from entering the car's heating, ventilating and air-conditioning (HVAC) system. The filter is typically pleated, made of paper-like material,

Mercedes Benz vehicles that were made before 1997 have the scheduled service intervals of usually 6000 and 9000 miles. From 1997 on wards, however, the vehicles have been fitted with the Active Service System; otherwise known as ASSYST. ASSYST is a variable service schedule alternating from A to B s

The belt on the 2003 Chevy Express is called a serpentine belt. The serpentine belt is a single belt that travels around all of the accessories on the front of the engine. Instead of having two or three different belts, the serpentine belt makes it possible to run all of the engine accessories with

Find the lower ball joint on your 2001 Chevrolet S-10 Blazer between the vehicle's lower control arm and its steering knuckle. The 2001 Blazer has two lower ball joints, one on each of the two front wheels. The lower ball joints are the link between the wheels and the Blazer's steering system. You w

The ignition switch on a Ford Taurus sends a signal to the starter motor so that the car's engine can start. When the switch fails, you will be able to turn the ignition key but the engine won't crank. When this happens, buy a new ignition switch from a Ford dealership. Ford makes special ignition s

Many new cars ride low to the ground. Low ground clearance improves the handling and fuel mileage by forcing air over the car instead of under it. For the weekend mechanic, getting under one of these new cars to perform routine maintenance may be a challenge. A lot of car ramps have a steep incline,

The ram's head emblem on a Dodge Challenger is located on the top-center section of the front bumper. The bumper contains a special recessed area designed to showcase the ram's head emblem. Many people choose to remove this emblem, fill the recessed area with body filler and paint over it. This give

Replacing the windshield wipers on your 1992 Chevy 1500 will improve visibility through the windshield, making driving safer in bad weather or low-light conditions. Windshield wipers for your Chevy are replaced as a complete blade assembly and are available in many different brands and quality level

Your Dodge Ram is most likely tough, but even a Ram can't operate correctly with a malfunctioning thermostat. If your Ram is overheating or blows cool air when you turn on the heater, it's time to check the thermostat. If it needs to be changed, set aside about an hour, and your Ram will be good as

For many people, going to a mechanic is a hit-and-miss affair. If you don't know much about the inner workings of your engine, you have probably resigned your self to never knowing if you're getting a good deal on your car service and repairs.

You car won't run smoothly and your engine will be at risk if you don't check your oil routinely. On the Plymouth Neon, owners can reference the markings on their dipstick to check oil levels and gauge how much their car needs.

Cold weather and cars, especially those with diesel engines, are a poor mix. Cold starting is difficult and tough on an engine. Oil is thicker at cold temperatures so proper lubrication for all the moving and rotating parts in an engine takes a little bit longer to happen, potentially shortening the

Dents and scratches are damages on your car's body that makes your car look a little bit ugly. Different car owners would agree when we say that dent are one of the most simple body ...

Today's cars are becoming increasingly more complex, meaning that domestic car repair requires advanced expertise now more often than not.Unfortunately, this also means that as the general public is less likely to have the knowledge necessary to fix their own cars, some domestic car repair shop

The headlight lens is the clear plastic piece that covers the headlight. Over time the headlight lens on a BMW Z3 can oxidize, turn yellow, and become scratched. For a complete auto detailing, the headlight lens should be cleaned and polished with a professional product that will get your Z3's lens

Thule is a Swedish company known for manufacturing vehicle roof racks for hauling bikes, skis and other cargo. Thule roof racks are custom-made for each vehicle, as opposed to units from other manufacturers that are made to fit many different vehicles. In addition, Thule manufactures locks and keys

Your home requires a furnace to heat all the rooms during the winter months. Based on the type of furnace you have, you may need to fuel it with diesel heating fuel. You can have heating fuel delivered to your home and placed inside a fuel-storage tank. These storage tanks may hold several hundred g

The fuel filter on your 2000 Dodge Stratus plays an integral role in keeping a clean fuel system. Without a clean fuel system you will lose engine power and have to deal with unnecessary repairs. Your owner's manual suggests replacing the fuel filter every 30,000 miles. To ensure maximum fuel effici

If you're worried that your car might be vulnerable to theft -- or vulnerable to unapproved excursions by your teenage son or daughter -- you're not alone. The following DIY security system costs only a few dollars and a few minutes, but can save you many sleepless nights. When you are finished, you