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How to
Find a Parasitic Battery Drain
If your vehicle is drawing power from the battery and all of the lights and other electrical components are off, you might have a parasitic battery drain (or draw). Luckily, you can usually find the cause of a parasitic ...
How to
Pump Your Own Gas
Full-service gas stations are increasingly scarce. Self-service can be quite a bit faster, and knowing how to fill your tank up properly can also help you save a bit of money, making it the most informed and speedy choic...
Quick and Easy Ways to Roll Up a Stuck Power Window
Power windows are really convenient until one suddenly won't roll up—then what do you do? Well, you've come to the right place. Read on to learn how to quickly get that stuck window up so the interior of your car is pr...
How to
Start a Car
If you're new to driving, you're probably eager (and maybe a little nervous) to get cruising, but first you have to start the car. Luckily, starting a car is super easy, and this article will walk you through what to do ...
How to Fix an Ignition Key That Doesn't Turn
Get back on the road with this no-nonsense and easy to follow guideIf you slide the key into your ignition but can’t turn it, you may be scratching your head trying to figure out what’s going on. While there are a b...
Checking an Electric Motor with a Multimeter (Plus, Troubleshooting Tips)
Diagnose faults with motors so you can fix or replace themGot an electric motor that just won’t start? Or, maybe it starts up but is underpowered or sounds like it’s struggling. No matter what your electric motor is...
How to Connect Jumper Cables to a Dead Car
Which clamps go to which terminals? And in what order? Answering your questions about using jumper cablesYour car battery can die for any number of reasons, like a loss of charge from cold weather, age, or leaving the l...
Reduced Engine Power: What It Is and What to Do When You See the Warning Light
How to try a potential quick fix for “reduced engine power” mode, and guidance on handling the issue if the quick fix doesn’t workIt’s hard to ignore the “reduced engine power” warning on your dashboard—bec...
Best Ways to Remove a Snapped Off Bolt
Try these quick and easy techniques before calling a proA bolt is a piece of hardware typically used to hold two or more pieces of lumber in place. Unfortunately, during construction, it is possible for a bolt to break. ...
How to
Use Jack Stands
While you can replace a tire just using a car jack, you should use jack stands when doing any work underneath your vehicle. Jack stands provide a sturdier base and support the weight of your vehicle easily. When using ja...
How to
Hook Up a Battery Charger
An automobile’s battery provides the electricity necessary to start the car and to run its electrical equipment. Although an automobile battery is normally charged by the car’s alternator while the car is running, th...
How to
Drain Your Car's Fuel Tank
Draining the gas out of your car, whether because you put the wrong fuel in, because you're selling the car, or because you're making repairs, is not always easy. Every car is different, and the tank is not designed to a...
How to
Install a Car Amp
Amplifiers increase the output from your vehicle’s sound system so you can listen to music louder and improve the sound. A car amp can be a difficult installation since you’re working with your vehicle’s electrical...
How to Replace the Fuel Injectors in Your Vehicle
A step-by-step guide on removing old injectors and installing new onesIf your engine misfires, your check engine light is on, and your RPM needle dances around when you accelerate, you may have some faulty fuel injector...
How to Identify the Cause of Squeaking When Driving but Not Stopping
A guide to diagnosing and fixing a noisy carIf your car squeaks when driving but not braking or you hear a grinding noise while driving but not while stopping, it points to something wrong with your steering system, sus...
How to
Replace a Serpentine Belt
The serpentine belt in most modern vehicles transfers power from the crank pulley to the various accessories mounted on the engine. A worn or damaged serpentine belt can fail to adequately transfer the power, leaving yo...
Car Not Accelerating but RPMs Up? Identify and Fix the Problem
Diagnose why your car won’t move when you press the gasRPM stands for revolutions per minute, and the number of RPMs on your tachometer indicate how many rotations your engine’s crankshaft is making every minute. Th...
How to
Change a Fuel Filter
Changing the fuel filter is a part of regular maintenance. Keeping your fuel system properly maintained by changing the fuel filter prolongs the life of the fuel pump. Dirt in the fuel is captured by the filter which cl...
How to Diagnose and Fix a Bad Fuel Pump
Debunking internet hacks about starting a car with a bad fuel pumpIf your car won't start because of a faulty fuel pump, we're here to help. While you'll definitely need to replace the pump soon, there are some things y...
How to
Seal a Leaking Radiator
A leak in your radiator can result in losing enough coolant to cause your vehicle to overheat, but there are other indications that you may be losing coolant. If you keep your eyes peeled for signs that your radiator is...