Maintenance

Whether it's rubber or vinyl, side molding on late model cars is notorious for peeling off. Here are step-by-step DIY...

You can solve most leaking sunroof problems by clearing a clogged drain tube with your shop vacuum. Here are the...

Even if you have no experience repairing cars, you can do a brake check-inspecting brake pads and the condition of...

A windshield washer that doesn't pump enough fluid is annoying, and can be hazardous. Here's a quick diagnostic checklist that...

Follow our do-it-yourself car maintenance tips to remove a rusted-on wheel using rust...

Road trips are more fun when the car doesn't break down! Run through...

Worn spark plug wires and boots can start to leak voltage to nearby engine parts, causing...

Replace the old, dirty carpet in your car with new, pre-formed carpeting in an afternoon.

Formerly a pros-only product, paint protection film is now available in easy-to-apply spray-on kits. An expert...

Loading a new grease cartridge seems...

Tightening lug nuts without a torque wrench can be a recipe for disaster. Here are step-by-step...

Although EPDM serpentine belts are superior to older models, it's not as easy to tell when they're worn out. Here's...

Got a burned-out headlight? Here are our quick and easy step-by-step instructions for headlight replacement, along with tips...

Got badly corroded battery cables? Here's how to replace your car's battery cable terminals with new...

A do-it-yourself mechanic's wish list: all the tools you could ever need (and want) in your shop for

When to Replace a Coolant Temperature Sensor

If your car has starting problems and the "check engine" light doesn't come on, you may have a bad engine...

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How to Change Your Car’s Serpentine Belt

Automatic belt tensioners, standard in most cars now, make changing a serpentine belt a simple DIY repair. Follow the clear...