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How to Replace an Idler Pulley

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30 to 60 minutes
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Beginner
4 min read
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How to Replace Brake Rotors

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1 to 2 hours
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Beginner
7 min read
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How to Replace a Car Starter

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1 to 2 hours
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Beginner
7 min read
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How to Replace an Idler Arm

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30 to 60 minutes
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Beginner
5 min read
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How to Change an In-Tank Fuel Pump

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2 to 5 hours
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Intermediate
9 min read
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How to Replace an Oxygen Sensor

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30 to 60 minutes
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Beginner
5 min read
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How to Replace a Valve Cover Gasket

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Less than 30 minutes
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Beginner
7 min read
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How to Replace an Alternator

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1 to 2 hours
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Beginner
11 min read
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How to Replace a Steering Gearbox

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2 to 5 hours
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Intermediate
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How to Replace a Car Radiator

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1 to 2 hours
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Beginner
8 min read
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How to Replace Sway Bar End Links and Bushings

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30 to 60 minutes
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Beginner
6 min read
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How to Replace Ignition (Spark Plug) Wires

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30 to 60 minutes
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How to Replace Shock Absorbers

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30 to 60 minutes
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Beginner
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How to Change Automatic Transmission Fluid

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Less than 30 minutes
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Beginner
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How to Replace a Throttle Body

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Less than 30 minutes
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Beginner
6 min read
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How to Change a Timing Belt

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2 to 5 hours
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12 min read
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How to Change a Water Pump

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1 to 2 hours
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Beginner
8 min read
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How to Replace Wheel Bearings

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1 to 2 hours
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Intermediate
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How to Replace a Fuel Filter

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30 to 60 minutes
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How to Replace Ball Joints

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2 to 5 hours
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How to Rotate Your Tires

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30 to 60 minutes
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Beginner
5 min read
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How to Replace a Brake Caliper

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1 to 2 hours
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Beginner
7 min read
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How to Replace an Intake Manifold Gasket

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2 to 5 hours
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Intermediate
7 min read
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How to Replace a Power Steering Pump

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1 to 2 hours
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Beginner
7 min read
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Brake Master Cylinder Replacement: Step-by-Step

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1 to 2 hours
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Advanced
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How to Replace a CV Axle

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1 to 2 hours
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Advanced
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How to Replace a Serpentine Belt Tensioner

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Less than 30 minutes
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Beginner
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How to Replace a Distributor Cap and Rotor

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30 to 60 minutes
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Beginner
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How to Check Tire Pressure and Change a Tire

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Less than 30 minutes
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Beginner
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How To Replace Differential Fluid

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Less than 30 minutes
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Beginner
8 min read
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How to Replace a Distributor

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1 to 2 hours
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Advanced
7 min read
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Shock Absorbers 101

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How to Choose the Best Fuel Pump

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How to Choose the Best Shock Absorbers

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How to Choose the Best Motor Oil

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Changing Your Oil: 5 Things to Know

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Fuel Pumps and How They Work

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How to Buy the Right Ignition Coils

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How Do Ignition Coils Work?

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What to Consider When Buying a Car Battery

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When to Replace Your Car’s Battery

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How to Choose the Right Headlight Bulb

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Signs That You Should Replace Your Headlights

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Do You Have a Faulty Mass Air Flow Sensor?

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How to Buy the Best MAF Sensor

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Everything You Need to Know About Radiator Hoses

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Everything You Need to Know About Brake Rotors

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How to Buy the Right Brake Rotors

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Signs That Your Alternator Is Failing

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A Quick Guide to Valve Cover Gaskets

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How to Buy the Right Valve Cover Gasket

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What to Consider When Buying a Radiator Hose

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How to Buy the Right EGR Valve and Gasket

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Everything You Should Know About EGR Valves

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Why Idler Arms Are So Critical

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How to Buy the Right Idler Arm

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Everything You Need to Know About Car Starters

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How to Buy the Right Car Starter

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What You Should Know About O2 Sensors

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How to Buy the Right O2 Sensor

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Brake Pads 101

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Everything You Should Know About Your Car Radiator

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How to Find the Right Radiator For Your Vehicle

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How to Find the Best Brake Pads for Your Vehicle

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What to Know About Your Vehicle's Throttle Body

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How to Buy the Right Throttle Body

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A Quick Guide to Your Car's Water Pump

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Buying the Right Water Pump for Your Car

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Everything You Need to Know About Fuel Filters

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What to Know About Changing Transmission Fluid

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Choosing the Right Fuel Filter for Your Vehicle

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How to Buy the Right Transmission Fluid

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Understanding Sway Bar Links

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How to Buy the Right Sway Bar Links and Bushings

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Understanding Your Car's Idler Pulley

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Your Complete Idler Pulley Buying Guide

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Engine Mounts 101

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What You Should Know About Windshield Wipers

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Distributors 101

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How to Buy the Right Car Distributor

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Power Steering Pump Problems and Solutions

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Buying the Right Engine Mount

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Items You Need for Maintaining Tire Pressure

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Why Checking Your Tire Pressure Matters

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Everything You Need to Know About Car Thermostats

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Spark Plugs 101

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What to Buy Before Rotating Your Tires

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Why You Should Rotate Your Tires

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How to Buy the Right Replacement Wheel Bearings

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Everything You Need to Know About Wheel Bearings

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Buying the Right Windshield Wipers

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How to Choose the Best Spark Plugs

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Choosing the Best Power Steering Pump

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Brake Calipers 101

4 min read
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Buying the Right Brake Calipers

7 min read
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How to Buy the Right Tie Rod Ends

6 min read
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How to Diagnose a Failing Ball Joint

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Buying the Right Brake Master Cylinder

6 min read
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All About Your Distributor Cap and Rotor

7 min read
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An Introduction to Cleaning Fuel Injectors

5 min read
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Diagnosing Bad Tie Rod Ends

6 min read
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An Introduction to CV Axles and Joints

5 min read
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The Right Tools to Clean Your Fuel Injectors

6 min read
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How to Buy the Right Ball Joint for Your Vehicle

7 min read
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An Introduction to Brake Master Cylinders

6 min read
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Buying the Right Distributor Cap and Rotor

4 min read
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Spotting Intake Manifold Gasket Problems

7 min read
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Choosing the Best Intake Manifold Gasket

7 min read
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When to Replace Your Drive Belt

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Buying the Right CV Axle

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Ignition Wire Buying Guide

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Choosing the Right Clutch Fluid

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Buying the Right Windshield Washer Fluid

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An Intro to Replacing Clutch Fluid

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Know When to Change Your Cabin Air Filter

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The Essentials of Engine Coolant

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Essential Info About Windshield Washer Fluid

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Choosing the Best Drive Belt for Your Car

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When to Replace Your Exhaust Manifold Gasket

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How to Buy the Right Exhaust Manifold Gasket

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Buying the Correct Cabin Air Filter

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When to Replace Your Engine Air Filter

5 min read
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Finding the Best Engine Air Filter for Your Car

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An Introduction to Fixing a Chipped Windshield

4 min read
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Understanding Steering Gearboxes

5 min read
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How to Buy the Right Steering Gearbox

5 min read
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A Deep-Dive Guide to Ignition Wires

7 min read
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Timing Belts 101

5 min read
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How to Buy the Right Timing Belt and Related Tools

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Diagnosing Your Serpentine Belt and Tensioner

6 min read
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When to Replace Your Brake Fluid

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What You Need To Know About Transfer Case Fluid

4 min read
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Replacing Your Transmission Fluid and Filter

5 min read
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How to Test Your PCV Valve

6 min read
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Diagnosing a Bad Heater Core

5 min read
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How to Buy the Right Heater Core

5 min read
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How to Choose a Thermostat for Your Vehicle

5 min read
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Picking the Right Manual Transmission Fluid

4 min read
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An Intro to Replacing Manual Transmission Fluid

4 min read
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Buying the Right Transmission Fluid and Filter

4 min read
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Choosing the Right Brake Fluid for Your Vehicle

5 min read
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How to Buy the Best Windshield Chip Repair Kit

5 min read
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Buying the Right Serpentine Belt and Tensioner

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An Intro to Jump-Starting Your Car Battery

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Selecting the Right Transfer Case Fluid

4 min read
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Buying the Best Portable Car Battery Jump Starter

6 min read
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What Your Differential Fluid Is Telling You

5 min read
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Selecting the Right Coolant for the Next Flush

5 min read
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How to Buy the Right Differential Fluid

4 min read
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Understanding the Purpose of Transmission Mounts

5 min read
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U-Joint Buying Guide

4 min read
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Types of U-Joints and When They Go Bad

6 min read
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Choosing the Right Power Steering Fluid

4 min read
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Buying the Right Transmission Mounts

4 min read
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Buying the Right PCV Valve

4 min read
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An Intro to Flushing Your Power Steering Fluid

5 min read
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A Quick Guide to Your Clutch Master Cylinder

5 min read
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Choosing the Best Clutch Master Cylinder

4 min read
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How to Buy the Right Car Alternator

6 min read
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How to Replace a Drive Belt

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Less than 30 minutes
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Beginner
5 min read
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How to Replace an Engine Air Filter

PROJECT DURATION
Less than 30 minutes
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Beginner
5 min read
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How to Replace Power Steering Fluid

PROJECT DURATION
1 to 2 hours
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Intermediate
8 min read
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How to Jump Start a Car

PROJECT DURATION
Less than 30 minutes
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Beginner
9 min read
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How to Refill Windshield Washer Fluid

PROJECT DURATION
Less than 30 minutes
SKILL LEVEL
Beginner
4 min read
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How to Repair a Chipped Windshield

PROJECT DURATION
1 to 2 hours
SKILL LEVEL
Beginner
7 min read
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How to Replace Transmission Fluid and Filter

PROJECT DURATION
1 to 2 hours
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Intermediate
11 min read
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How to Change Manual Transmission Fluid

PROJECT DURATION
Less than 30 minutes
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Beginner
4 min read
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How to Flush and Change Engine Coolant

PROJECT DURATION
30 to 60 minutes
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Beginner
6 min read
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How to Replace a PCV Valve

PROJECT DURATION
30 to 60 minutes
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Beginner
6 min read
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How to Replace Brake Fluid

PROJECT DURATION
1 to 2 hours
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Intermediate
10 min read
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How to Replace a U-Joint

PROJECT DURATION
1 to 2 hours
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Intermediate
14 min read
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How to Replace a Cabin Air Filter

PROJECT DURATION
Less than 30 minutes
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Beginner
5 min read
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How to Replace a Transmission Mount

PROJECT DURATION
1 to 2 hours
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Intermediate
7 min read
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How to Replace Clutch Fluid

PROJECT DURATION
Less than 30 minutes
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Beginner
6 min read
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How to Clean Fuel Injectors

PROJECT DURATION
1 to 2 hours
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Advanced
8 min read
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How to Replace a Clutch Master Cylinder

PROJECT DURATION
1 to 2 hours
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Intermediate
11 min read
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How to Replace a Heater Core

PROJECT DURATION
More than 5 hours
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Advanced
12 min read
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How to Replace an Exhaust Gasket

PROJECT DURATION
1 to 2 hours
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Intermediate
9 min read
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How to Replace Transfer Case Fluid

PROJECT DURATION
Less than 30 minutes
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Beginner
5 min read
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How to Change Windshield Wipers

PROJECT DURATION
Less than 30 minutes
SKILL LEVEL
Beginner
3 min read