How to Disconnect a Battery to Fix Idle On a Duramax

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General Motors uses a Duramax diesel engine in some of their full-size trucks. Normally, a Duramax idles between 500 and 1000 RPMs when the engine is cold, but with a warm engine the RPMs typically reach around 2000. If you need to fix your idle speed, it's important to disconnect the battery first

How to Make My Dull Car Paint Shine?

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Don't you love the shine of a new car? This is because the car was just recently painted and buffed with a paint shine finisher; on top of all this, the new car was most likely recently waxed. As a vehicle ages the shine begins fade, but it need not become dull. With these easy steps, you can have y

Engine Tune-Up 2003

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Engine Tune-Up 2003Is the tune-up dead? Do we still need to tune-up our cars and engines? The answer in a word is YES!

Clearcoat Scratch Removal

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Scratches are an unfortunate inevitability of owning an automobile and can decrease the visual appeal of the car. To help protect the vehicle's paint, a clear coat finish is applied over the paint. Although the clear coat is quite durable, it too is susceptible to scratches. Electronic buffers are a

Transmission Repair Tools Basics and Beyond

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If you're mechanically inclined, transmission repair isn't all that scary of an area provided you possess the right information and tools for the job. Whereas engines can be torn apart with little more than a ...

How to Maintain a Lead Acid Battery

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Lead acid batteries generally come in two physical types: SLA (sealed lead acid) and one that allows access to the individual battery cells. SLA batteries are completely sealed to the outside environment. Access to the individual battery cells can only be accomplished with batteries that have remova

How to Replace the ECM on a Lincoln Mark VIII

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The electronic control module (ECM) on a Lincoln Mark VIII controls the power train systems for the vehicle. The ECM monitors input from all the various engine and transmission sensors, as well as the fuel and emissions system sensors, and uses that data to control the entire power train. As with an

How to Prevent Outboard Motor Fuel Problems

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Outboard motors that use carburetors suffer from gasoline gum and varnish build-up when untreated gasoline is left in the fuel system. As modern gasoline evaporates within fuel lines and carburetors, a thick brown residue forms which will eventually harden and prevent these components f

How do I Replace the Oil Pan in a 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee LTD?

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After damage or extreme wear, you might want to change the oil pan in your 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited. The Limited models during this year include 5.2 liter V8 engines, which require the removal of several vehicle components before the oil pan can be removed. The job can be completed by most n

How to Remove the Alternator in a 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer

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A 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer uses an alternator mounted to the engine to generate electricity for the electrical components on the car. This component is responsible for charging the battery as well, and when it fails, the car won't be able to start or function correctly. Fortunately, the alternator can

How to Add a Second Battery to a Boat

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On the typical boat, the engine is similar to a car engine, and as such, needs a battery to turn the starter. But boats can sit for long periods of time between use, and they may need a bit more cranking power to turn over the motor, something that can be cured by installing a second battery. Most m

Thawing a Frozen House Door Lock

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When you come home in freezing temperatures, the last thing you want to find is that the lock on your front door is frozen over and seemingly impenetrable. If this happens to you, don't despair -- you can thaw the ice and get your key in the lock without needing any supplies from inside the house. N

How to Fix the Brakes on a Ford Focus

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Your Ford Focus cannot stop if there are problems with the brakes. When you step on the brakes, you expect the vehicle to slow down and come to a stop. If this doesn't happen, your Focus could get into an accident, and your life could be in danger. Fixing the brakes on your Ford Focus can be done at

How to Change a 2002 Saturn SC2 Starter

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Starters use the electrical charge from the Saturn SC2's battery to turn the motor initially and allow your Saturn to start. They suffer from a large amount of wear and tear from daily vehicle use. The starter in a 2002 Saturn SC2 is openly accessible under the vehicle, making it fairly simple to re

How to Remove Boat Decals

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Many boat owners display the names of their boats with vinyl lettering, which can prove difficult to remove if you rename your boat or purchase a previously-owned one. Decorative stripes and manufacturer labels are also decals. Removal is a two-step process: you must first remove the decal itself an

How to Replace Front Disc Brakes in a Subaru Outback

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If your 2002 through 2004 model Subaru Outback comes to a screeching halt when you apply the brakes or if your brake light stays on for the entire drive then you need to address this possibly fatal and costly problem. To rectify this problem replace the front disc brakes on your Subaru Outback.

How to Charge AC Delco Marine Batteries

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Batteries must be taught how to work. This sounds crazy, but it's true. Use a new battery for only a short time and then recharge it. Now do this consistently for a month or two and you will have a battery that has learned to be good only for a short burst of power. You have, in essence, taught the

How Do You Lower the Back Seats in an Alero 2001?

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In 1999, Oldsmobile broke its own mold with the release of the small and sporty Alero. Unfortunately, the Alero didn't have time to gain traction, as General Motors eliminated Oldsmobile after the 2004 model year. The 2001 Alero made the storing of large amounts of cargo fairly easy -- despite its s

How to Fix Pitted Headlight Lenses

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Yellow, hazy, pitted and crazed (cracked) headlight covers don't just make your car look like a total beater, they're also dangerous. This danger is all the greater because the hazing happens over time, so you might not notice exactly how weak and diffused your headlights have gotten until they're l

Installation of a BD Track Bar

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The track bar, whether mounted on the front or rear of a vehicle, keeps the axles positioned in the center line of the vehicle chassis. Usually one end connects to the axle and the other end to the major frame rail. They provide a pivoting point, via bushings, which allows the axle to move verticall