Car Care & Maintenance

Check engine light to reset the service light of a Peugeot 3008 was written to help owners who's service light has illuminated and they need it turned off.

A list of tips aimed at increasing the life of your transmission.

An in-depth tutorial on how to change the automatic transmission fluid in your Torqshift transmission.

Maintaining a car's health is simplified if you can see "beneath" the hood. BlueDriver does just that so you know what is going on

My 2008 Ford Edge headlights were cloudy and hazy! After a quick search online for replacements, I quickly found it was time to restore them or spend $500 to replace them. Follow along as I detail a quick, inexpensive process to get your headlights looking like new again without replacing them.

How to wash your own car the smart way and get it showroom ready. Particular attention to problem areas like wheels, tires, performance brakes, and windshield

This article covers some practical steps you could take starting immediately in order to reduce your car costs and save money.

The longevity and performance of a car depend on how well you take care of them. A car can last you a very long time if you make sure that you keep up with its regular maintenance and fix any minor issues as soon as you see them. Here are car maintenance tips to help you out.

There are many articles on batteries that talk about how long they last but I've yet to find one talking about how many amps they can supply for high drain applications. For the first time, I conduct scientific tests on 6 different 9v battery brands and chemistries to settle the matter!

Scams and Ponzi schemes are widespread throughout the world. However, one never knows what it is like to have an unpleasant encounter with one of them until that person or that person’s loved one has gone through that experience himself or herself. Nowadays you can never be too careful.

Automobile engine manufacturer used to force induction before they realized there is a need to look for an alternative way of something that will give more power per unit of fuel consumed.

Some of the best and effective ways on how to clean car seats stains.

Are you wanting to carry out your own car maintenance and repair? This list of the best tools will aid you in doing this.

Headlamp adjustment at home without special tools. It only takes a few minutes to get set for the road.

The list below comprises bead rollers offered by major sheet metal fabrication equipment manufacturers.

New way to store your car. Pop Up Portable Garage is the newest in Garage and Car storage Technology. You can take your garage anywhere!

Mobile car washing services are on the rise. Find out what it costs for convenience. This article shows the common price range for mobile car washing and detailing services.

Is Aion Plas Chamois really a dream come true when it comes to drying a car after a wash? In this article I was able to compare Aion Plas Chamois with Clean Cham, a cheap alternative.

Four simple ways to de-ice your car windows.

Trying to prevent a transmission problem from starting. There are some easy modification that can be done to further extent the life of a transmission.

Zaino is a well known company that manufactures high quality products used mainly for showroom cars and for people that want that ultimate wet shine for their car. Let`s see what Zaino Z8 can do

This is a short course on the ignition system. Four systems are covered: breaker points system, electronic ignition system, coil on plug system and waste-spark system. Instructions and images.

Boosting a car battery the proper way will keep you safe and out of danger.

Ever been driving somewhere and suddenly your car starts to stall and comes to a complete stop? I'm sure you have! It happens to everyone at one point or another. If you're like me..

Knowing a little about your car is a needed life skill, similar to basic computer ability. Here are the basics to watch so you can either fix simple situations or know to take your car for help.

With Spring upon us, it's time to think about cleaning your car. Genesis 950 makes cleaning easy from the floor mats to the carpet to the upholstery. Make your car look and smell like new.

This is a step-by-step guide on how to replace a Volvo S40i or V50 cabin air filter.

Driving in winter weather can be incredibly demanding on both you and your car, especially when navigating through snowstorms and icy terrains. But being proactive with you routine vehicle maintenance can help avoid the extra stress and get through winter driving safe and sound.

I just bought a Chevy S10 which had some spray paint on the lights and I found an extremely easy way to clean them.

Learn how to clean a polish chrome surfaces and how to remove rust. Chrome is a shiny surface that has been plated for the shine and durability it provides.

A quick do it yourself guide for finding the location of and replacing the cabin air filter on BMW X3 models. Includes easy links to ordering high quality inexpensive cabin air filters online.

What seems to be a common problem with the Ford Ka is a scratching sound which comes from behind the steering wheel. Learn what causes it and how to eliminate the problem.

Learn how easy it is to replace the front and rear brakes of your Fiat Grande Punto 1.2 2006 - 2009 Model.

By following these 3 simple steps using a few very common household products, you too can enjoy the look of new headlights on your automobile. The best part is, it will only take about 10-20 minutes, and cost you almost nothing to do.

Everyone likes to customize their car or truck, right? I'm going to teach you how to paint your own rims; it's cheap and it's easy! Let's go!

Here you will learn the tips and tricks to clean your rims and make them shine nice

Nitrogen is a new technology in the world of automobile. It is used to inflate tires and it might help you save some money in the long run.

The ubiquitous automatic transmission is something that most of us take for granted in our daily routine, often leaving it negelected and misunderstood. Being complicated with many internal parts, it is one of the most expensive components to repair...

Learn about OBD2 readers, both hand-held and USB, and find out how to use them and my advice on software and cables.

Here are the basics... Suburban lovers all over dream of the day when they can restore an old classic.

Wanted to write about the Transmission Industry...and realized from experience that most people aren't too acquanted with it. So, I started writing it from the view of behind the service desk...to hopefully bring all readers up to speed of what to expect as they roll in to their local Transmission shop.

Learn everything you need to know when selecting the right battery jump starter for your needs, along with tips on saving the life of your auto battery and other uses for a booster pack.

reasons that black dust might cover or appear on rims.

Possible reasons about what can cause clunks and rattles in the front end of a car or truck.

The mobile oil change industry offers great opportunities for entrepreneurs. Two key factors in making your mobile oil change a successful business are convenience and efficiency.

As an employee of BMW for over ten years now, I have noticed time and time again that customer satisfaction would be greatly increased if we were to educate our customers on some of the basic warning symbols in their vehicles. Along with knowledge...

A good automotive tip for older engines is to try some engine oil stop leak. This is especially true in certain states. States like California, where I live, have very strict emissions laws, and oil leaking into the fuel mixture for combustion can...

Read this true incident that could happen to you when you take your car in to a Dealers Service Center. Beware of their process of pulling parts off of your car and pressuring you into having extra work performed that you did not plan on doing. It is the new way to make extra money in service shops.

Jaguar E Type Engine Removal - The Jaguar E Type engine, whether dealing with a 3.8 Liter or 4.2 Liter engine must be removed from the car as a whole together with the gear box attached, and even though this looks like a major job it is not quite so difficult as you may think. You must have the adequate lifting gear and prepare...

Time Saver offers state-of-the-art equipment designed to cut your service time to fifteen minutes per vehicle. All equipment carry's a two-year warranty.