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Buyer’s Guide: How To Buy A Catalytic Converter

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…

How To Install Orifice Tube Video

Some automobiles incorporate an orifice tube in place of the accumulators. The orifice tube does the same function as the accumulator. It makes the refrigerant expand, thereby lowering its pressure before it enters the evaporator. It also makes sure that the refrigerant flows at a constant rate. As with any part of the automobile, the…

Manual window regulator with crank mechanism and cables

The Difference Between Electric and Manual Window Regulators

Windows are an important means of ventilation for a vehicle. Their main purpose is to protect the car's interior from external factors like rain, dust and sunlight. Passengers in the car slide the windows up and down either by the press of a button or by rotating a handle manually. Either way, there is a…

Diagram of car alternator parts: housing, rotor, stator, slip ring, voltage regulator, rectifier, pulley

HOW TO REPAIR ALTERNATOR

The alternator repair "How To" section of our site is here to help when you need that little bit of extra knowledge to get your project up and running. From the list below select the video or article that is related to info about the product line desired. High Output Alternator How Much Does an…

Aluminum oil pump assembly with red cap, part of a faulty oil pump symptom illustration.

Symptoms of a Faulty or Damaged Oil Pump

The oil pump supplies the oil needed to lubricate your engine when it is running, and prevents metal-to-metal contact between the engine components. It also absorbs the heat from the running components of the engine. Although the pump is one of the sturdiest components in your vehicle, it is important to know the signs of…

Intercooler repair cost: front-mounted intercooler with black plastic end tanks

LEARN ABOUT THE INTERCOOLER REPAIR COST

How Much Does an Intercooler Cost? Intercoolers are used by supercharged or turbocharged cars to cool the compressed air from the engine. Essentially, an intercooler acts as a radiator to exchange the heat produced. For an efficient running engine you need a high quality and well running intercooler. Make sure your turbocharger is fitted with…

Where to Find the Engine Code on a Volkswagen or Audi

Are you confused where to find the engine code on an Audi or Volkswagen? You’re in luck, because we can help you find your vehicles engine code so you can get the part you need. Where to find the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) on an Audi or VW You can find the engine…

How to Evacuate AC System Video

The AC system in your automobile circulates the refrigerant through various components such as the compressor, condenser and evaporator to cool the vehicle's passenger compartment. Even when a single unit malfunctions, the cooling process will get affected. The AC system needs to be evacuated when the AC pipes are replaced or the system is recharged.…

Buyer's Guide: Black control arm for vehicle suspension

Buyer’s Guide: How To Buy Control Arms

How To Buy Control Arms The control arm (AKA the wishbone) in your vehicle is an essential piece of your automobile’s suspension system. For this reason, buying a replacement control arm is a must when they have become worn due to natural wear and tear. However, the process of buying a control arm is never…

Two views of a black plastic Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor with grid elements.

Mass Air Flow Sensor Diagnostics

Function: The engine of a car is equipped with a mass air flow sensor that measures the volume and density of the air entering the engine. In this way, the vehicle's Engine Control Unit (ECU) can calculate how much fuel is needed to maintain the correct air-fuel mixture. Construction: The breakdown shown here is…