If you have a vehicle that is giving you a P219A error code, it is having an issue with the fuel delivery on bank-1. The official definition of a P219A Code is “Fuel Trim Cylinder Balance Bank 1 – Malfunction”. The most common cause of a P219A OBD2 error code is a fuel injector that… Read More: Causes and Fixes for a P219A OBDII Error Code »
If the check engine light comes on in your car or truck, there are a few ways to find out why on a budget. The check engine light will come on when a vehicle’s computer receives an error from the engine and will store the code. Reading the code will point to the problem the… Read More: How To Check Your Engine Light Code on a Budget »
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 remove with a few screws and a hose clamp holding it in… Read More: How to Replace Headlight Bulb 2014-2015 GMC Sierra »
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.… Read More: How To Change Headlight Bulbs 2011-2013 Kia Optima »
I recently needed to replace the fuel pump on a 1970 Dodge Monaco with a 383 engine. The Dodge 383 was a popular engine in many vehicles, including the B-Body Mopar muscle cars Charger, Roadrunner, and Challenger. Having replaced fuel pumps many times in the past, I ordered a new unit and started to install… Read More: How To Replace a Fuel Pump Dodge 383 Engine »
Converting old 1960s Dodge vehicles with front drum brakes to disc brakes is a topic talked about countless times in many articles. I found myself in this situation with my 1968 Dodge Charger project and needed to do a conversion. Old articles and forum posts are very helpful in how to go about doing the… Read More: How To Do a Mopar Disc Brake Conversion (eBay Conversion… »
The 1968-1970 Dodge Chargers are some of the more popular muscle cars with a unique aggressive body style. It has been used in countless movies and TV shows as the fast muscle car, such as the Blade movies, Fast and Furious, Bullitt, and many more. I am one of those fans of the old B-body… Read More: How To Buy a 1968-1970 Dodge Charger »
Today we are talking about wheel studs and the tool needed to remove the studs. In this guide, you will find two pieces of information. What tool do you need, and a trick to use if you do not have the tool needed. Of course, the best way to tackle any job is with the… Read More: Best Way to Remove a Wheel Stud: Tips And Tricks »
Changing the motor oil on a 2012 Toyota Corolla falls in the backyard mechanic DIY category. The steps will be the same for any 2009-2016 Corollas. Usually, the Maintenance Required (MAINT REQD) Light comes on when it’s time to change the oil. Read here for the steps to turn off the Maintenance Required (MAINT REQD)… Read More: How to Change the Motor Oil on a 2012 Toyota… »
Resetting the Service light on a 2011-2015 Mini Cooper is easy to do. The Maintenance light can come on for a variety of reasons and will need a reset, mainly after an oil change. A series of buttons are pressed in the right combination of steps to reset the light. These same steps are used… Read More: How to Reset the Service Maint Light 2011-2015 Mini Cooper »
If you have a Jeep Wrangler and are getting a P0430 error code, there is a problem with a catalytic converter not operating to efficiency. The official definition is a “PO430: Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 2)“. Several things can cause this error, including Oxygen Sensor, Exhaust Leak, and Catalytic Converter. Since the Catalytic… Read More: Causes and Fixes P0430 Jeep Wrangler »
If you have a Ford that uses a fuel pump driver module, it can be bypassed for testing. This can be a good way to test if the module is bad or possibly get the vehicle home in an emergency. I recently ran into this problem with a 2008 Ford F-150 that had a fuel… Read More: How To Bypass Ford Fuel Pump Driver Module »
Replacing the headlight bulb on a 2001-2004 Toyota Tacoma is an easy task that falls in the DIY category. As always, if in doubt, take your vehicle to a professional. 2001-2004 Toyota Tacoma Headlight Bulb Type 9003 Headlight Bulb No tools are needed when replacing the headlight bulb. Tools are only needed if there is… Read More: How to Replace Headlight Bulb on a 2001-2004 Toyota Tacoma »
Replacing a Headlight Bulb on a Toyota Camry 2001–2006 is an easy task that almost any DIYer can do. There are two headlight bulbs with the inner one the high-beam and the outer one the low-beam. The far outside one is the turn signal. Both headlight bulbs are replaced the same way and have the… Read More: How to Replace Headlight Bulb 2001–2006 Toyota Camry »
Replacing the Cabin Air filter on a 2013 Honda Accord is an easy DIY task. No tools are needed, with the Filter located behind the glove box and a few clips holding it in place. Cabin air filters need to be replaced every 15,000-30,000 miles depending on the climate lived in. For example, a desert… Read More: How to Replace Cabin Air Filter 2013 Honda Accord »
Knowing what grit of sand paper and what to do with it is what makes a great paint job. Most automobile painters will agree that sanding is one of the most time consuming parts of the entire paint job. The more time you take in your sanding techniques, the better the end result of your… Read More: How to Wet Sand Your Vehicle After Primer and Before… »
If your car has an air conditioner refrigerant leak, it can be fixed by a home DIY (do-it-yourself) backyard mechanic. There are a few ways to approach a leaking air conditioning system. If the leak is slow, it likely is small, and a can of Stop Leak can be added to a system to help… Read More: How to Fix a Car with an Air Conditioning Leak »
If your air conditioning only works when you are driving, there can be several causes and fixes. A vehicle A/C system’s main components include the condensing fan, condenser, compressor, and refrigerant. If one component fails, the system will stop blowing cold air, but some symptoms point to specific component failure. Below is the most common… Read More: Causes When Air Conditioning Only Works When Driving »
If you have a 2008-2016 Chevy Cruze with a 1.4L engine and the water pump has gone bad, it is often replaced by DIY individuals. It is a straightforward job which, like many vehicles, requires working in small spaces. All the work is mainly done from the front top of the engine with little to… Read More: How to Replace a Chevy Cruze Water Pump (2008-2016) 1.4L »
Recently I began to have fuel problems on a 1978 Dodge truck. I did all the obvious things, such as changing out the fuel filter and pump. which at first seemed to solve the problem, but it came back. Finally, I pulled out the fuel tank sending unit, which was rusted up good clogging up… Read More: How To Replace a Fuel Tank Sending Unit on a… »
Replacing the headlight bulb on a 2014–2016 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 has easier access to get to behind the bulb cover. Below are the steps with screenshots to… Read More: How to Replace Headlight Bulb 2014–2016 Chevy Malibu »
Replacing the alternator on a 2012-2018 Honda Civic falls in the DIY category and is done by many backyard mechanics. Like many mechanical projects, it requires working in tight spaces. While working in tight spaces can be difficult, having the right tools and taking your time is key to getting the job done. The belt… Read More: How To Replace a Honda Civic Alternator (2012-2018) »
If you have a (2005-2009) Kia Spectra that has a P2626 error code, the O2 sensor is likely bad. Be sure to check the wiring and connections, which can also cause the same error. Usually, the O2 sensor will need to be replaced. Replacing the sensor is easy enough with the right tools. It is… Read More: Fix P2626 Error Code Replace 02 Sensor (2005-2009) Kia Spectra »
Replacing the Headlight Bulb on a 2004-2008 Chevy Malibu is an easy task that falls into the DIY category. Of course, always call a professional if in doubt. The entire headlight assembly can also be replaced with the steps below if bad. Below are the steps with screenshots to replace a bad bulb, along with… Read More: How To Install Replace Headlight Bulb 2004-2008 Chevy Malibu »
Replacing the Headlight Bulb on a 2002-09 GMC Envoy, Envoy XL XUV is not difficult and falls into the DIY category. There are two metal tabs on the top of each headlight that pulls up to release the entire headlight assembly. The headlight assembly is pulled out, and the bulbs can be reached from the… Read More: How To Replace a Headlight Bulb on a 2002-09 GMC… »
There are many OBDII scan tools available, all with different features, options, and price ranges. A good scan tool must be able to read and clear errors a vehicle is having and display them to the user. It also should have an easy to use interface. OBDII scanners tools can range from expensive to low-cost… Read More: What is the Best OBDII Scan Tool for the Beginner? »
Getting a chip or crack on a windshield like any accident is a bad moment. Fortunately, as long as they are repaired quickly, the chip should not turn into a large crack which would require an entirely new window. That is the main crucial part of repairing a chip to repair it quickly, so a… Read More: Step-By-Step How to Repair a Windshield Chip or Crack »
There are times when a battery in a vehicle has such a low charge and in an emergency needs a jump start from another vehicle. This is done with jumper cables that hook to the battery on a vehicle with a good battery to the vehicle with a dead battery. Using jumper cables to jump… Read More: Step By Step How To Use Jumper Cables With Pictures »
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 wheel well, but this is too tight for most people to remove… Read More: How to Replace Headlight Bulb 2014-2019 Toyota Tundra »
Replacing the air filter on a car is usually a simple procedure and can be done by almost any home do-it-yourself type of person. What is a Car Air Filter? All combustible engines need to air fed into the intake for combustion to happen. If the air fed into the intake is dirty, it can… Read More: How to Change Your Car Air Filter »
The trunk latch on my 2003 VW Passat would not close. After reading the forums, I dived into it, and below is what I have found out about the trunk latch and how I fixed the problem. I believe this is the same procedure for 1998-2005 Passat since the parts are the same. First of… Read More: How To Repair 1998-2005 Passat Trunk Latch that Will Not… »
Having a good book on auto body repair can go a long way to learn not only how to do automotive body repair but also tips and tricks. Online resources are great also but oftentimes can skip steps. A good book will guide you through the entire process from start to finish. Our Picks for… Read More: Our Picks for Best Auto Body Books »
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-beam and High-beam. Both bulbs are located behind the headlight assembly and replaced the same way. Below are the steps with screenshots to replace them; as… Read More: How to Replace Headlight Bulb 2004–2009 Toyota Sienna »
The 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 are much easier to replace. Replacing the headlight assembly for a Low-Beam headlight bulb sounded crazy when I first heard this,… Read More: How to Replace Headlight Bulb 2015-2016 Toyota Corolla »
Replacing the headlight bulb on a 1997–2002 Toyota Sienna is an easy task that falls in the DIY category. Below are the steps with screenshots to it; as always, if in doubt, take your vehicle to a professional. Headlight Bulb Type 1997–2002 Toyota Sienna H4 High/Low Beam Headlight Bulb No tools are needed when replacing… Read More: How to Replace Headlight Bulb 1997–2002 Toyota Sienna »