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How to Buy Headlights   The headlights are one of the important safety features of your vehicle, that allow you to see the road ahead at night or during foggy weather conditions. Without headlights, you will find it difficult to see the road ahead clearly, which can endanger both you and other drivers. These important…

How to Buy a Steering Pump   A power steering pump provides the required hydraulic pressure to steer your automobile with a minimal effort on the steering wheel. Knowing about the working of a steering pump and its possible causes of failure and their symptoms can help you in addressing the problems at an earlier…

Instructions: If the vehicle body harness wiring does not match any of the combinations show above, refer to the wiring identification diagram and the vehicle service manual or equivalent to determine the correct wiring alignment for the new GT280 Electrical connector. INSTALLING THE NEW CHASSIS CONNECTOR: To assist in maintaining the approximate length of the…

Active Body Control, or ABC, is the Mercedes-Benz brand name used to describe fully active suspension, that allows control of the vehicle body motions and therefore virtually eliminates body roll in many driving situations including cornering, accelerating, and braking.  In the ABC system, a computer detects body movement from sensors located throughout the vehicle, and…

How To Buy Fuel Pumps   When your fuel pump fails, you could be left stranded on the side of the road. If you are currently looking to replace the fuel pump in your car, then you know that shopping for car parts is no simple task. This Buyer's Guide is designed to answer any…

SERVICE OPERATIONS GENERAL INFORMATION: General Service Information: It is recommended that a new receiver-drier or accumulator-drier be installed if a compressor is replaced or a repair is made. 1. Keep dirt and foreign material from getting on or into the compressor of the A/C system. The area around A/C hose fittings should be carefully cleaned…

The term “car maintenance” can be dissected a thousand different ways. Underneath this umbrella identifier, all sorts of different maintenance protocols exist. You’ve heard of engine maintenance – change your oil, check those fluids, keep an eye on that dashboard for weird-looking warning lights. Then there’s tire maintenance – regular rotations, proper inflation and more.…

What is air suspension?   As a starting point, it is important to discuss what is air suspension and how does it differ from traditional suspension systems? The main difference between a traditional shock or strut is that they have a dampening mechanism set to a certain ride control feel while an air suspension system…

The coolant is a vital fluid that transfers the heat it collects from the engine components to the radiator. The engine parts, while operating, generate a lot of heat. This heat can be detrimental to the engine if it is not properly cooled. A coolant is added to accomplish the purpose of removing heat from…

How To Buy A Catalytic Converter Catalytic converters might be one of the most confusing parts to buy for your car. Even your mechanic could make a mistake if they are not careful and leave you with a catalytic converter that does not meet state or federal regulations. This buyer's guide takes you through the…