Replacing the headlight bulb on a 2012-2015 Toyota Tacoma is an easy task that falls in the DIY category. As always, if in doubt, take your vehicle to a professional. If the driver-side bulb is bad, the battery may need to be removed to get to the bulb. If your hands are small enough, the… Read More: How to Replace Headlight Bulb on a 2012-2015 Toyota Tacoma »
The maintenance required message that displays on the dashboard of a 2019 Toyota Corolla is given as a reminder to change the oil. The Maintenance Required light comes on every 5000 miles and the oil should be changed. After the oil is changed, resetting the message is quick and easy to do. The message does… Read More: Reset the Maintenance Required 2019 Toyota Corolla »
Resetting a Toyota Highlander Maintenance REQD Service light is easy to do with a few steps. The light will come on and is a reminder that maintenance should be done on the vehicle, such as an oil change. After the oil is changed, the light is reset. Below are both quick steps, along with the… Read More: How to Reset the Service Maint Light 2013-2018 Toyota Highlander »
Low-cost OBDII scan tools have become very popular since they can point to the problem a car or truck is having, which can then be fixed. The OM123 is one such low-cost vehicle scan tool that can read and clear engine codes. This makes it a good unit in many scenarios, such as a part-time… Read More: Review: OM123 OBD II Scan Tool »
If you have a Chevy Spark and get a Code 82 displayed on the dashboard, it is a notification that it is time to change the oil. It is not an emergency, and the vehicle will continue to operate, but the oil should be replaced as soon as convenient. What is a Chevy Spark Code… Read More: What is a Chevy Spark Code 82 and How To… »
Spark plugs that are wet with gasoline, are caused by the inadequate spark to the air/gas mixture, or too much gas leaking into the cylinder. Sometimes called flooding the engine, the fix can be a bad injector or a component of the spark such as wires and coil. An engine will misfire with wet spark… Read More: Causes When Spark Plugs are Wet with Gasoline »
If the Maintenance Required (MAINT REQD) Light comes on in your Toyota Corolla dashboard, it is simple enough to reset. The Maintenance Required Light usually turns on as a reminder it is time to change the oil. The vehicle does not know if the oil has been changed; it is simply a reminder light that… Read More: How to Reset the Maintenance Required Light (2009-2014) Toyota Corolla »
If you have a rear-wheel drive vehicle and the driveshaft is making a clunking noise, it can be caused by different components. The driveshaft works with several components that will need to be examined to see which one has failed. The main components include U-joint, differential gears, bearings, and more. Any noise being made by… Read More: 5 Causes Driveshaft Clunk When Accelerating or Decelerating »
I recently had a 2006 Kia Spectra that had no spark, and I could only find limited information. If you find yourself with the same problem, below is what I found. If you have an OBDII scan tool for the Kia, be sure to scan for any engine errors if possible. First, be sure it… Read More: 2006 Kia Spectra No Spark What To Check »
When it comes to auto body work, deep dents are not easy to get out and either need to be hit from the back or pulled out. Since many dents cant be reached from the back, dent puller options are often looked at as the best method. One of these methods is called a Stud… Read More: What is the Best Stud Welder Dent Puller on a… »
If you have a Honda with a P3400 OBDII error code the onbard computer is seeing a problem with the oil pressure. This includes the Honda Odyssey, Pilot, Stream, Shuttle, Accord, Palisade and more. What is a Honda P3400 Engine OBDII Error Code? A Honda with an Error Code P3400 is a “Cylinder Deactivation System… Read More: How To Fix Honda Engine Error Code P3400 »
Antifreeze is used as a coolant in an engine to help protect it from very cold temperatures and corrosion. Water was originally used to cool engines but quickly caused issues since the freezing point is 32 degrees Fahrenheit. When a fluid such as water freezes, it expands, which can crack the engine block. Different additives… Read More: Does Antifreeze Evaporate and Other Coolant Questions »
An ignition coil is a necessary component of any engine to provide voltage to the spark plugs. No matter how old or size a gas engine, 4, 6, or 8 cylinders all will have an ignition coil. How Many Ignition Coils are in a V6 engine? A V6 engine can have 1, 3, or 6… Read More: How Many Ignition Coils in a V6 or V8 Engine? »
A Dodge, Jeep, or Chrysler vehicle with a P0113 OBDII error code, means the onboard computer (PCM) is reading an error at the intake air temperature sensor. It is usually an easy problem to diagnose and fix with the most common fixes below. What is a P0113 OBDII Error Code? A P0113 OBDII error code… Read More: Causes and Fixes P0113 OBDII Error Code Dodge Jeep Chrysler »
Replacing the headlight bulb in a 2013-2017 Honda Accord is an easy task that most car owners can do. No tools are needed; only a new bulb needs to be bought. Of course, if in doubt, be sure to take your vehicle to a professional. 2013-2017 Honda Accord Headlight Bulb Type High Beam 9005 Headlight… Read More: How To Replace the Headlight Bulb 2013-2017 Honda Accord »
If you have a Chevy Equinox and it gives the message “Engine Power is Reduced” error message along with an exclamation mark, this can be caused by several things. When the vehicle on-board computer (ECM) detects a system error, it will go into reduced power mode, also called limp mode. The most common fix is… Read More: What is Engine Power is Reduced Chevy Equinox »
If you have a Toyota and a “Check Charging System” error message displays on the dashboard, there can be several causes and fixes. What Is the Toyota Check Charging System Error Message? The Check Charging System message is a warning that the alternator is not keeping the battery charged. Vehicle electronics, including the engine, use… Read More: Causes for Toyota Check Charging System Error Message »
3 Ways to Replace Headlight Bulb 2011-2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Headlight Bulb Types 2011-2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee How To Replace Headlight Bulb 2011-2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee (Passenger Side) How To Replace Headlight Bulb 2011-2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee (Driver Side) If you need to replace the headlight bulb in a 2011-2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee, it falls… Read More: How To Replace Headlight Bulb 2011-2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee »
If you are bleeding brake lines and no fluid is coming out, there can be several causes. Causes include blocked lines or ports, leaky hoses, bad parts, and more. Below we look at the most common reasons no fluid comes out when bleeding the brake lines. How Come When I Bleed My Brakes, Nothing Comes… Read More: 7 Causes When Bleeding Brakes and No Fluid is Coming… »
Testing an alternator with a multi-meter is a common method, but if no meter is available, there is another method. There is an old-school method to check the alternator by starting the engine and removing the battery cable. While I always suggest using a multi-meter to check the battery, there are some scenarios when no… Read More: How To Test an Alternator Without a Multi-Meter »
A Honda with the D (Drive) light that keeps flashing means the onboard computer is seeing an issue with the transmission. If you are driving when the D (Drive) starts flashing, it is best to find a safe spot to pull over and get the vehicle examined. Why Does the D (Drive) Light Flash in… Read More: Why the D (Drive) Light Flashes in a Honda »
If you suspect your vehicle has a bad alternator, there can be several symptoms. Symptoms can vary but include the car not starting, dim lights, dashboard lights coming on, and more. How Do You Know if Your Alternator is Failing? The alternator will not charge correctly when it has failed. A test can be done… Read More: 5 Symptoms of a Bad Alternator »
Alternators provide electrical power for a vehicle to operate, including the engine, lights, radio, or any electronic device. It also keeps the battery charged, which is necessary to start the engine. If the alternator fails, the battery will no longer receive a charge and will drain until it is dead. Type of Multi Meter Needed… Read More: How To Test an Alternator Using a Multi Meter »
Replacing the alternator on a 2009-2013 Toyota Corolla is a task many backyard mechanics can do. It is a straightforward job that can save money by an owner replacing it themselves. Of course, if in doubt, be sure to take your vehicle to a professional. How To Test a Toyota 2009-2013 Corolla Alternator Use a… Read More: How to Replace Alternator Toyota Corolla 2009-2013 »
Everyone loves a shortcut. Sometimes some may look at shortcuts as if they are the easy way to do things but not the correct way. There are some that may always take the easy way. Nevertheless, if the shortcut gets results, then one could argue that it is the correct way. I have put together… Read More: 4 Auto Body Paint Tricks and Tips That will Make… »
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 video if needed for a visual walk through. Tools and Parts Needed… Read More: How To Replace Front Turn Signal Bulb 2007-2013 Toyota Tundra »
If you have a bad headlight bulb, it is an easy replacement and task many DIY-type individuals do. Of course, if in doubt, be sure to take your vehicle to a professional. Types of Headlight Bulbs There are many types of headlight bulbs that will need to be matched to the year, make, and model… Read More: How to Replace a Headlight Bulb »
If you want your car or truck exhaust to rumble, some of the best ways is to go with muffler delete or a straight pipe. Both are good for getting an aggressive race sound from the exhaust, with both having a distinct rumble. What is Muffler Delete? Muffler delete is when the muffler is removed,… Read More: Muffler Delete vs Straight Pipe (Pros and Cons) »
Checking the brake fluid on a 2012 Toyota Corolla is easy to do and falls in the DIY category. The 2012 Toyota Corolla uses standard DOT 3 Brake fluid that can be bought at any automotive parts store or online. The top of the refill cap has DOT 3 on it to verify the fluid… Read More: How To Check and Add Brake Fluid 2012 Toyota Corolla »
I recently had to replace a 2006 Kia Spectra radiator that was leaking, and so I wrote this post to help anyone who has the same problem. I made a video of removing and installing it, which is at the bottom of this post. The radiator was leaking at the top, which at first I… Read More: How to Replace a 2005-2009 Kia Spectra Radiator Removal and… »
Finding the right OBD II scan tool to work on a Volkswagen Passat is easy enough, with some with more features than others. One of the things that the VW Passat unique is VAG-COM VCDS which goes beyond industry standard OBDII codes. All vehicles 1996 and newer have an OBDII port which started with OBD… Read More: What is The Best OBD II Scan Tool VW Passat?… »
Changing the oil on a 2005-2009 Kia Spectra is an easy task that falls in the DIY category. Of course, if in-doubt, be sure to take it to a professional. Items Needed To Replace the Oil on a 2005-2009 Kia Spectra Oil 5W-20 or 5W-30 Synthetic Oil Filter 17 mm Wrench or Socket Drain Pan… Read More: How To Change Oil on a (2005-2009) Kia Spectra »
There are times when a vehicle battery has lost its charge and needs a battery charger to get it back to a charged state. This is an easy task to do that almost any DIY person can readily get done. Things To Know About Charging a Battery Every battery charger has a different style and… Read More: Step By Step How To Use a Car Battery Charger… »
If the battery light has come on in your second-generation Dodge Neon (1999-2005), a few things need to be checked to find the problem. This is not meant to give a detailed guide but a basic overview of what needs to be checked. Possible Causes of a Dodge Neon Battery Light Alternator The first thing… Read More: Dodge Neon Battery Light Comes On (1999-2005) What to Check »
12 Volt air compressors are good to have in an emergency or any time something needs air. Besides car tires, they can be used to air up almost anything from air mattresses to a football. Audew makes a few 12-Volt units, including this small unit with a PSI Gauge. It is a small unit built… Read More: Review: Audew Dual Cylinder 12 Volt Air Compressor Pump »