The Location of the Thermostat on a 1999 Intrepid

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The thermostat in your Intrepid is essentially a pressure valve that responds only to the coolant's temperature. As the temperature of the coolant around the engine rises, the thermostat begins to open to let the hot coolant out in place of cold coolant. The thermostat often fails while it's open fr

How to Find the Most Suitable Car for You

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Purchasing a car is a big investment. Finding the most suitable car for you can be overwhelming, especially with the different types of cars that are on the market. The type of car that you choose will have either a positive or a negative effect in the end. The decision should be made based on what

How to Change the Brake Pads on a 1989 Jeep Cherokee

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The 1989 Jeep Cherokee comes equipped with front and rear brake pads. When the brake pedal is pushed in, the brake fluid travels to the brake caliper and compresses the brake pads to the brake rotor to stop the Cherokee. The brake fluid pushes the caliper cylinder inward. The caliper cylinder then p

Car Servicing Becomes Affordable With Reliable Centers In Brackley

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Getting a reliable car servicing center is hard to get nowadays. Locating such a center near your locality gives you quality services at affordable rates. Are your friends pressurizing you to dispose of the old ...

How to Secure Jeep Soft Top Windows

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Removing the windows of your Jeep is often the best way to increase airflow without running the air conditioner. especially since many Jeep windows are operated by zippers instead of traditional roll-up and down windows. Removing your Jeep's windows does present a problem all

Brake Switch Installation on a 1968 Mustang

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The 1968 Ford Mustang featured a single mechanically operated brake light switch mounted to the side of the brake pedal. As the pedal is depressed, a heavy spring in the center of the switch compresses. That compression activates a single wiring harness that plugs into the switch, which then illumin

How to Replace the Front Spring on a '88 Chevy Camaro

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Coil springs provide absorption for varied road conditions, allowing a vehicle to have a smooth ride. When the springs are compressed for prolonged periods of time, they eventually lose their original length, causing the ride to suffer. Replacing the front springs on a 1988 Chevrolet Camaro requires

How to Eliminate Jeep Wandering

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When driving down the road, you sometimes take both hands off of the steering wheel. This can cause your Jeep to steer itself, or veer to either side of the road. This self steering is called wandering. Wandering can be caused by a single problematic source in your Jeep's steering, suspension, tires

How to Replace a Cabin Filter in a 2002 Chevy Impala

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The 2002 Chevy Impala contains a cabin air filter that blocks dust, debris and allergens like pollen from traveling through the ventilation system. Chevrolet recommends replacing the cabin air filter once a year or every 10,000 miles. If the Impala is driven in extreme conditions like dusty roads or

How to Flush the Radiator of a Jeep Wrangler

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If you enjoy the feeling of the open road and going off road from time to time, then a Jeep Wrangler is the perfect vehicle to help you get away for awhile. It can take you places that most vehicles are prohibited from going. But along with your outdoor adventures, your vehicle is subjected to dust

How to Use Venting Gas Tanks With Outboard Motors

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All outboard motors have vented gas tanks. As the fuel pump sucks fuel out of the tank, the fuel's departure creates a small vacuum inside the tank. If there was no way to fill that vacuum, it might overcome the pressure of the fuel pump and your motor would starve for want of gas. Some outboard gas

How to Install a Wiper Motor on a Freightliner FLD120

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The Freightliner FLD120 is a commercial truck manufactured by the company of the same name. Vehicle safety is taken very seriously by owners of commercial truck drivers and haulers. One important safety feature on the Freightliner FLD120 is the windshield wipers. If the windshield wipers stop workin

Automotive Care: Take Care of Your Car Now

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When it comes to your car, all you need is love. Just like any other product that you purchase, the better care you take of your ride, the longer it will last. Of course this means regular oil changes, transmission fluid flushes, and the occasional brake replacement.

Changing Water Pump Hose on Dodge Pickup

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The Dodge pickup water pump hose runs from the outlet port on the side of the pump to the bottom flange on the radiator. The water pump on the pickup is behind the radiator, with the cooling fan attached to the front of the pump. The water pump hose can occasionally develop a crack or hole due to ex

How to Install a Ford Taurus Wiper Motor

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The Ford Taurus wiper motor does not have an official service life. However, if you use your wipers extensively, you may notice the motor slowing down or straining during operation. This is a clear indication that the motor is ready to fail. Replacement motors can be purchased from any auto parts st

What Is a Camshaft Sensor?

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Numerous components work together in a car to ensure that it runs efficiently. Some of these components are electronic devices used to control specific automotive functions. Camshaft sensors are one kind of electronic device that assists engine performance.

How to Paint Over a Chrome Surface

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Painting over chrome and making it stick for the long run requires a special preparation process. There are a world of colors you can use to customize you car's chrome and make it very special; or maybe you want to paint something else around your home that is made of chrome. The process will be the

How to Sand a Car With Steel Wool

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Steel wool is a handy tool to use for sanding rust spots on a vehicle. Unlike sandpaper, which has to be chosen by grain size for the job required, steel wool fiber is the perfect size and strength for the job of removing rust from metal. It is inexpensive and easy to use. You can remove all of the

Solid Auto Repair Advice For You To Follow - Mesa AZ 2014

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Everyone has to deal with auto repairs at some time in their life. Car repairs can cost a significant amount of money. Whether you are doing the repairs yourself or hiring a mechanic, it is ...

Auto Repair 101 - Knowledgeable Advice For You

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Anyone who owns a car knows how much of a pain auto repair can be. You either have to spend an arm and a leg on a mechanic, or take time out of your busy ...