DIY & Repairs

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How to Repair a Windshield

Check the terms of insurance and repair contracts., Look for damage near the edge of the windshield., Consider the...

20 steps 8 min Advanced
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How to Repair Electric Car Windows

Locate and open the fuse box., Check your owner's manual to locate that operates the windows., Pull the fuse straight...

7 steps 1 min Medium
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How to Replace a Power Window Motor

Remove the interior door panel., Gently remove the plastic door cover., Locate the window mounting bolts., Move the...

18 steps 7 min Advanced
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How to Tint a Car Side Window

Find out about car tinting regulations in your state., Decide what type of window tint you want., Consider your options.

3 steps 2 min Medium
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How to Fix a Brake Fluid Leak

Open the hood and check the brake fluid reservoir., Verify the leak by checking beneath the car for the presence of...

7 steps 1 min Medium
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How to Fix Noisy Brakes

Check for loose parts., Replace any shims or clips that are loose, damaged or missing to ensure that the pad does not...

12 steps 4 min Advanced
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How to Install Brake Rotors

Park the vehicle on a level surface., Start with the front wheels by placing wheel hocks (they prevent the car from...

10 steps 2 min Medium
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How to Replace Brake Rotors

Put on protective gloves., Raise the vehicle with a lift or jack on solid level ground., Remove the vehicle's wheel...

26 steps 9 min Advanced
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How to Replace a Master Cylinder

Locate the various components of the vehicle's brake system., Remove the brake fluid from the brake fluid reservoir...

6 steps 3 min Medium
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How to Replace a Muffler

Park the vehicle on a hard, level surface., Disconnect the battery., Jack the vehicle up and place jack stands beneath...

18 steps 9 min Advanced
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How to Replace a Miata Fuel Filter

Drive the rear of the Miata onto ramps., Remove the fuel cap to remove pressure from the fuel line., Disconnect the...

15 steps 2 min Advanced
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How to Replace a Catalytic Converter

Park in a level place and jack the vehicle up at all four wheels and support on jack stands., Allow the vehicle's...

24 steps 9 min Advanced
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How to Replace Disc Brakes

Consider the symptoms of the brakes; for example: If the front brakes have been squealing loudly, you may need pads...

4 steps 2 min Medium
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How to Replace Drum Brakes

Put on an asbestos respirator., Remove the hubcap and loosen the lug nuts., Spray the hub of the wheel with a...

12 steps 4 min Advanced

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