How to Set the 1998 Honda Civic EX Ignition Timing

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The 1988 Honda Civic EX featured a 1.5L or a 1.6L four-cylinder engine. Both engines have an ignition timing of 18 degrees before top dead center (BTDC). You should routinely adjust the ignition timing of your engine to keep up with your car's maintenance. The ignition timing controls when the spark

Who Should Have a Roadside Assistance Plan?

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With more drivers than ever on road, roadside assistance plans are becoming even more popular. There are many reasons why roadside assistance is an essential part of owning a vehicle. If you spend a lot of time driving a car, the chances of having a car problem drastically increases.

How To Replace Brake Pads

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Here are simple instructions on replacing brake pads, discs and lines. Firstly, you will need a well-lit area with plenty of space. Gather your tools such as a jack, jack stands, lug wrench, wrench and ...

How to Replace the Cabin Air Filter on a Hyundai Elantra

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The cabin air filer is a common feature on newer vehicles. It is a disposable fiberglass filter, much like an engine air filter, and it filters the air that flows in through the cabin air intake and out through the passenger cabin vents. Replacing this filter every 10,000 miles helps maintain strong

How to Replace the Toyota Tundra Spark Plug Wires

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Spark plugs wires should be visually inspected each time new spark plugs are installed, every 30,000 miles, or every 24 months. Perform a visual inspection in a dark area with the engine running to see if any sparks or arcing is visible, in which case the wire is bad. If sparks are observed, identif

How to Change Glow Plugs on a Ford 7.3 Diesel

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The glow plugs on a Ford 7.3L diesel engine are used in place of spark plugs. The plugs heat the diesel fuel. Then, once the fuel is warm, the compression inside the engine causes the fuel to explode. This, of course, happens very quickly. Over time, the glow plugs will wear down and will need to be

How to Change a Chevy Fuel Filter

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You should change your Chevrolet's fuel filter every 30,000 miles, or every two years, whichever comes first. In most Chevys, the fuel filter is mounted outside the fuel tank, so you won't have to worry about disconnecting the tank like you do with other vehicles. Use extreme caution when working on

How To Change Spark Plugs From An OEM To A Newer Redesigned Type

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Spark plugs are a very important part of your engines performance and therefore you should take the time necessary to make an informed decision. How to change spark plugs is a very easy task if you have the knowledge and correct tools. There are many different types available so it is necessary for

How to Replace Rings on a Harley

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Harley-Davidson pistons use three rings to contain the compression loads and control the oil splash. The two rings closest to the crown of the piston are the compression rings. These are beveled so the expanding compression gases force the edge of the ring into tight contact with the cylinder walls.

How to Reset the Oil Change Indicator on a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta

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The Volkswagen Jetta is recognized for its German engineering. When there is an issue with the Jetta's engine, the oil change indicator light, also known as the oil service light, lights up on the Jetta's dashboard. The light can easily be reset by using a Service Light Plus airbag reset tool. The

How do I Convert 206 Headlights?

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If you are dissatisfied with the style and quality of your Peugeot 206 headlights, you can convert them with an aftermarket option, especially a High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlight. A HID headlight emits more light and lasts longer than factory-installed halogen headlights. They can be bought a

How to Double Flare Auto Brake Lines

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Between the master cylinder and the wheels on your car are brake lines. These lines are metal for most of their length and, in the front, rubber for the last 10 to 12 inches. Brake fluid is hygroscopic, which means that it has a tendency to absorb water. This buildup of water in the brake lines caus

RV Trailer Tire Pressure Tips

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Proper tire inflation is one the most important safety considerations for towing of any kind. It takes on added significance when you are pulling your RV trailer with your family along side. Take the time necessary to have a tire-pressure maintenance routine for your RV trailer. You will have the pe

How to Make a 2005 Dodge Cummins Smoke

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To make your 2005 Dodge Cummins smoke, you must supply the engine with more fuel. The black smoke the engine produces is partially burnt fuel. Aftermarket performance accessories are available that will supply additional fuel to the engine. An exhaust gas temperature gauge may be needed to ensure th

How to Remove the Lower Finish Panel in a 1987 Toyota Camry

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The lower finish panel on the 1987 Toyota Camry is the interior trim panel beneath the steering column. Removing the lower finish panel is necessary if you need to repair a component in the steering column, or if you need to modify or remove other components of the dash. Because the lower finish pan

Intrepid Transmission Problems

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Produced from 1993 to 2004, the Dodge Intrepid is a full-size four-door sedan from the automaker now known as Chrysler Group LLC. Some of the Dodge Intrepid's later model years suffer from problems with its four-speed automatic transmission.

How to Find the Diameter of an Exhaust Pipe in an Altima

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Adding a custom exhaust to your car is a good way to gain horsepower and a more aggressive tone to the exhaust at the same time. You could go out and buy a bolt-on system for your Altima, but if you want to truly customize, you'll have to step up and have an exhaust built for you. First, though, you

What's the Deal With Windshield Repair?

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Options of replacing your windshield or repairing it are the choices. See why you should replace it.

List of Cars With a 502 Engine

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The 502 engine was originally designed for Corvette racing carscorvette taillight in mint green image by Jorge Moro from Fotolia.comThe Chevrolet-produced 502 is a big block V8 with 502 horsepower and 565 ft-lbs of torque. Originally designed for racing Corvettes in the early 1960s, the...

How to Paint Car Interior Panels

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The interior of your car is important since it is what you see every time you drive or ride in your car. Painting car interior panels can help cover damaged panels or change the color of the inside of your car. Failing to follow the correct steps while preparing and painting interior panels can lead