Having a good OBDII scan tool when troubleshooting a Chevy or GM vehicle is a nice thing to have. An OBDII scan tool can point to the problem a car or truck is having. Being able to communicate with the onboard computer will give invaluable data as to what the problem is. What Is a Chevy OBDII Error… Read More »
Changing the headlight bulbs on a 2011-2013 Kia Optima is not difficult and very much falls into the DIY category. Below are the steps with screenshots to replace them along with a video if needed for a visual walk through. There are two bulbs Inner and Outer both of which are changed out the same way. Both the… Read More »
A video is at the bottom of the page for a visual walk through. This unit was sent to me to review with my honest opinion and results below. Congress passed the clean air act in 1970 and started the epa, however it wasn’t until January 1st 1996 that all vehicles were required to have OBD (on-board diagnostics)… Read More »
If you find yourself alone after changing out brake pads or a master cylinder and have no help to bleed them, there is few ways to do it alone. This happens to many DIY mechanics as most people disappear when its time to go to work. Luckily there are some easy options. Here are some of the options… Read More »
Having the right tools goes a long way in doing auto body repair and getting he job done quickly and right. One of the more common tools is the Random DA (Dual Action) sander. A DA spins and is moved about sanding off paint or rouging in bondo on a car or truck body. Most any professional will… Read More »
A video review is at the bottom of the post. The KW680 OBDII automotive scan tool is a popular low-cost unit. It can read and clear a vehicles engine codes and is easy to use which makes it a good unit for home users or backyard mechanics. *This unit was sent to me to review with my honest… Read More »
The maintenance light for a 2012-2017 Honda Accord comes on when basic service is needed such as an oil change or tire rotation. It is easy to shut off with a few steps. The onboard screen can be used or the speedometer method can also be done to clear the light. Using the onboard screen is the easiest… Read More »
Radiator caps can go bad and need replacing which is an easy task most anyone can do. Remember never to remove a radiator cap while the engine is hot as the cap likely is under pressure and boiling water can spray out. Only remove the cap when the engine is cold. What is the Function of a Radiator… Read More »
12-volt electric car heaters are an option when it comes to helping to heat your vehicle. Notice I say help to heat. 12 Volt heaters do not have enough power output to heat a car or truck the way a standard heater does. In fact, depending how cold the place you live in is they might not even… Read More »
A few years ago I had a 2000 Dodge Ram truck that the voltage regulator went out on. Having worked on many older 70’s and 80’s cars and trucks at first I thought no big deal just need to swap out the external voltage regulator. To my surprise the voltage regulator now comes built into the onboard-computer which… Read More »
Having a good VAG-COM scan tool can go a long way to help not only find a mechanical problem but to do some light modding. There are many VAG-COM VCDS scan tools available for Volkswagen, from low-cost units to high-end expensive models. Below are some of the more popular options that would be a good fit for the… Read More »
Having a backup camera that also has night vision can go a long way to improve safety while driving. This is especially true for vans, RVs, trucks with campers, but any vehicle can benefit from seeing a clear view behind them. There are many units available with some of our favorite picks below. As always be sure to… Read More »
Anyone who has an engine light come on will no doubt like to know what the problem is. The standard way is to use an OBD2 scan tool which will give the error code which can then be looked up. But what if you dont have a scan tool? Most vehicles have a built-in diagnostic system that can… Read More »
Having a good OBDII scan tool with ABS (Anti lock Brake System) is a nice thing to have while troubleshooting vehicle problems. There are many OBDII scan tools available from low-cost to high-end units. Everyone will have a different requirement from an automotive scan tool. For example, a DIY mechanic will not have the need of an expensive… Read More »
Having a good OBD2 scan tool goes a long way to help troubleshoot a vehicle problem and point to the repair needed. There are many good OBD2 scanners to use that come with different menus, features, and price ranges. Often, what works for one person may not work for another so below we list our favorite picks for… Read More »
A video is at the bottom of the post for a visual walk-through if needed. Replacing the headlight bulb on a 2014 GMC Sierra is an easy task that falls in the DIY category. The driver side is much easier to replace compared to the passenger side which needs the air box removed. As always if in doubt… Read More »
Having road side emergency lights is something that is nice to have when broken down or back tail lights stopped working. Using them when being broken down is no doubt the time they are used the most but I have also used them in many another scenarios. For example a trailer I was towing one time had the… Read More »
A video is at the bottom of the post for a visual walk-through if needed. Replacing the turn signal bulb on a 2007-2013 Toyota Tundra is an easy task that falls in the DIY category. As always if in doubt take your vehicle to a professional. Below are the steps with screenshots to replace them along with a… Read More »
A video is at the bottom of the post for a visual walk-through if needed. Replacing the headlight bulb on a 2014-2019 Toyota Tundra requires a bit of work but falls in the DIY category. The grill and side panel are usually removed to replace the bulb. The Toyota manual has the bulb removal by going through the… Read More »
A video is at the bottom of the post for a visual walk-through if needed. 2015-2016 Toyota Corolla’s are equipped with LED lights that are compact projector lights. The only way to replace the Low-Beam bulb is by replacing the headlight assembly. The High-Beam and the Turn Signal is easy to replace. Replacing the headlight assembly for a… Read More »
A video is at the bottom of the page for a visual walk-through if needed. The process of locating an electrical short can be difficult and time-consuming. By using a simple test light method you can narrow your search dramatically. This process will save you time and money. Here is how to find a short on most any… Read More »
A video is at the bottom of the page for a visual walk-through if needed. Replacing a bad headlight bulb in a 2009-2014 Toyota Corolla is a very simple DIY task. Of course, if in doubt call a knowledgeable friend or a professional. There are two headlight bulbs located in the headlight assembly called the Low-Beam and High-Beam.… Read More »
A video is at the bottom of the post for a visual walk-through if needed. Replacing a Headlight Bulb on a Toyota Camry 2001–2006 is an easy task that most any DIYer can do. There are 2 headlight bulbs with the inner one the high-beam and outer one the low-beam. The far outside one is the turn signal.… Read More »
A video is at the bottom of the post for a visual walk-through if needed. Replacing the headlight bulb on a 2011-2019 Toyota Camry is an easy task that falls in the DIY category. There are two bulbs located inside the headlight assembly called Low and High beam. The Low beam bulb is on the outside while the… Read More »
A video is at the bottom of the post for a visual walk-through if needed. Replacing the headlight bulb on a 1997–2002 Toyota Sienna is an easy task that falls in the DIY category. As always if in doubt take your vehicle to a professional. Below are the steps with screenshots to replace them along with a video… Read More »
A video is at the bottom of the post for a visual walk-through if needed. Replacing the headlight bulb on a 2010–2018 Toyota Sienna is an easy task that falls in the DIY category. There are two bulbs located inside the headlight assembly called Low and High beam. The Low beam bulb is on the outside while the… Read More »
A video is at the bottom of the post for a visual walk-through if needed. Replacing the headlight bulb on a 2003–2009 Toyota Sienna is an easy task that falls in the DIY category. There are two bulbs located in the headlight assembly called Low and High beam. The Low beam bulb is on the inside while the… Read More »
Having a good book on automotive repair can go a long way to help understand how a vehicle works. Repair manuals are good but require the fundamentals of mechanical repair to be already understood. There are many articles online that are also a good resource but can often skip subjects and leave gaps in explanations. This is why… Read More »
A video is at the bottom of the post for a visual walk-through if needed. Replacing the headlight bulb on a 2005-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is an easy task that falls in the DIY category. The headlight assembly needs to be removed which is held in place with two 10mm bolts. Removing the headlight assembly is sometimes easier by… Read More »
A video is at the bottom of the post for a visual walk-through if needed. Replacing the headlight bulb on a 2014-2015 GMC Sierra is an easy task that falls in the DIY category. The Passenger side has the air filter box in the way that needs to be removed. The air filter box is not difficult to… Read More »
A video is at the bottom of the post for a visual walk-through if needed. Replacing the headlight bulb on a 2012–2016 Chevrolet Malibu is an easy task that falls in the DIY category. The driver side has the windshield wiper fluid fill in the way which simply pulls out. The passenger side is easy to get to… Read More »
A video is at the bottom of the post for a visual walk-through if needed. Replacing the headlight bulb on a 2014-2019 Chevy Silverado is an easy task that falls in the DIY category. As always if in doubt take your vehicle to a professional. There are two bulbs on both sides of the vehicle behind small covers.… Read More »
If you own a Diesel truck and have an engine light on or simply need to pull the codes there are many scan tools available. The first thing you’re going to need is a scan tool to find out why the check engine light is on with dealerships having the best equipment to troubleshoot a problem. Most people… Read More »
Portable car battery smart jump starters have become popular in recent years. Smart jump starters are a great item in an emergency when a battery has lost its charge. Modern-day devices from smartphones to laptops can drain a battery leaving a user in need of a jump which makes emergency jump kits a good item to have while… Read More »
Replacing the headlight bulb on a 2005-2011 Toyota Tacoma is an easy task that falls in the DIY category. As always if in doubt take your vehicle to a professional. Below are the steps with screenshots to replace them along with a video if needed for a visual walk through. Tools and Parts Needed New Headlight Bulb No… Read More »