How to Remove the Fuel Filter From a Ford Ranger Pickup

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The fuel filter on your Ford Ranger pickup truck helps to clean the fuel before it enters the engine. Temperature fluctuations can cause condensation or moisture to form on the inside of the tank, which in turn causes the interior of the tank to rust. To prevent damage to your engine, the filter cap

How to Lower the Frame on a 1949 Ford Sedan

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Hot rod enthusiasts have been lowering and raising their cars and trucks for decades. Many vehicle owners attend and enter car shows where customized suspension can be one of the most important judging criteria. Lowering a vehicle can improve handling and performance, increasing cornering and road r

What Tools Are Needed for a Brake Job?

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Automotive disk brakesbrake image by Jan Will from Fotolia.comBrakes are one of the most important safety features on your car. If they are not changed properly and in a timely manner, you may find yourself on the losing end of a brake malfunction. With just a few tools, you can change...

How Do I Remove a 2004 Silverado's Front Rotors?

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The front rotors on a 2004 Chevrolet Silverado rotate with the wheel hub. The brake calipers clamp the brake pads onto the rotor, using friction to slow down the vehicle. This causes the rotors to wear down over time until eventually they can warp or crack from the heat. At every brake change, the r

How to Fix Electric 5th Wheel Jacks

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A fifth wheel trailer is a recreational vehicle (RV) which mounts to a fifth wheel coupling installed in the bed of a pickup truck. The fifth wheel is a horseshoe-shaped coupling device like that used to connect semi-trailers to the truck that pulls them. Fifth wheel RVs have a dual set of wheels to

How to Troubleshoot the Power Brake Booster in a 2001 Dodge Ram 2500

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The 2001 Dodge Ram was the last production year for the redesigned Ram model line that first appeared in 1994. The sleek and muscular styling exuded the power of a big rig, while still remaining sporty and sleek. From 1994 through 2001, Dodge continually improved on the design, with the 2001 model

Brake Repair Basics

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When it comes to car maintenance, one of the things you'll do often is brake repair. As time goes on you will actually have to replace the basic parts of your cars braking system. To ...

How to Change a Fuel Filter

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How to Replace Spark Plugs in a Nissan Pathfinder

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The Nissan Automobile Company suggests that spark plugs in a Pathfinder be replaced every 100,000 miles. Replacing park plugs at regular intervals improves gas mileage and lengthens the engine's life. In Pathfinder models produced before 2000, the spark plugs are easily accessed on the sides of the

How to Remove an Oil Pan Bolt

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The oil pan on all vehicles is located on the bottom of the engine. An oil pan holds the motor oil that circulates through the engine. The pan has a drain plug for draining the oil and mounting bolts for holding the oil pan to the bottom of the engine. To access the inside of the oil pan, the mounti

Ford 250 Ignition Cylinder Removal

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The device you use with the ignition key in your Ford F250 pickup truck is comprised of two main parts: The ignition switch and the lock cylinder. If either of these these parts is faulty, it won't be possible to start the car. Each of these parts is removed in its own manner.

How to Clean the Rear Plastic Window on a Porsche Convertible

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Porsche convertibles come in different models, such as Porsche 911 and Porsche Boxster. It is important to keep a Porsche convertible in excellent condition. Any repairs that are necessary to the car can be expensive. Cleaning and servicing the Porsche often can help ensure a long life for the vehic

How to Install a F250 Transmission Cooler

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The transmission cooler on an F250 looks like a small radiator. It mounts behind the front bumper where air can flow across its core to remove heat from transmission fluid as it circulates through the cooler system. The cooler's placement makes it susceptible to impact from road debris, which can co

Troubleshooting My Headlights on 2006 Subaru Outback

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If the headlights on your 2006 Subaru Outback are not turning on, one of four components in the headlight electrical system may have failed: the headlight bulbs themselves, the wiring plugs bringing power to the bulbs, the fuses that protect the system from surges or the headlight switches for both

How to Tighten Brake Line Fittings

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Brake lines are used to connect the master cylinder to the braking systems on a vehicle, but the fittings on the ends of the lines are made of a fairly soft metal, which makes removing or loosening them difficult. Putting a traditional wrench on the fittings can round them off, making removal or tig

How to Keep Proper Tire Inflation

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Tires are an important part of your car that require regular maintenance. Keeping your tires in good shapes does not take much work, but it can save you money, time and stress. Your tire condition can affect gas mileage and whether or not you get out of your driveway. Always buy new tires after the

How to Replace the Bose Stereo in My Nissan

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The premium stereo option for Nissan cars, trucks and SUVs is the Bose Premium Stereo. The Bose stereo offers an amplified signal and is connected to higher quality speakers than the standard Nissan stereo system. When the stereo unit is in need of repair or replacement, or when a Nissan owner decid

How to Troubleshoot a Water Pump on a 2001 Chevrolet Silverado

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Cooling system technology has remained steady for a number of years, making diagnosis of a Silverado water pump a check-list operation. However, a new technology tool known as an infrared thermometer makes the test even easier, and will be included in the diagnostic procedures. Not only has this too

Mercedes Benz Door Lock Cylinder Replacement

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It is relatively easy to replace the ignition lock cylinder, or ignition switch as it is commonly known by Mercedes specialists, even though they refer to different parts of the ignition system. The ignition switch is the electronic piece that connects to the back of the lock cylinder, and the lock

How Often Should You Change a Car's Hoses?

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Maintaining a car's hoses is important to avoid break downs.car image by sasha from Fotolia.comFollow Manufacturer RecommendationsHoses are generally checked at regular mileage intervals.Speedometer image by Sirena Designs from Fotolia.comAutomotive manufacturers provide a maintenance...