Auto Parts

Whether you are looking to repair or upgrade a part on your car or truck, here is where you’ll get the best information and tips about car parts, replacement parts and auto maintenance.

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Repair a Rear Window Defogger

Pick up an inexpensive defogger repair kit and complete the repair in less than 30 minutes.


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Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Warm Up Your Car In The Winter

The age-old wisdom of warming up your car in winter before you drive away could be doing more damage than...


How to Check Tire Tread

Watch and learn how to measure tire tread


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How Often Should You Change Your Brake Pads?

Determining how often you should change your brake pads is not rocket science. Your ears will provide the answer if...


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How to Safely Jack Up a Truck

Follow these steps to get your truck up on jacks and ready to work on.


How to Replace a Valve Cover Gasket Leak in 3 Steps

Replace the leaking valve cover gasket on a 4-cylinder engine in less than an hour


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How to Clean a Throttle Body

Clean your throttle body for better gas mileage and performance!


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How To Test and Replace the PCV Valve on Your Car

What is a PCV Valve? Save money on your next oil change by checking your air filter and PCV valve...

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How to Change Coolant

Let our auto repair expert save you big bucks and show you how to change your own coolant.


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How to Repair a Windshield Washer

Diagnosis and repair are easy, cheap and fast.


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Brake Caliper Paint Pointers

Brake caliper paint does not affect performance, but it does affect the appearance of a vehicle with expensive rims. What...


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What Is a Brake Light Switch and When Should You Replace It?

The brake light switch on your vehicle serves an important safety function. Learn how to test it and determine when...


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Causes and DIY Fixes for Smoking Brakes

What does it mean when your brakes are smoking? Learn the causes and DIY fixes for smoking brakes along with...


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How Much Does it Cost to Replace an Engine?

What does replacing the engine in a car or truck cost, and should I replace my vehicle's engine? Learn what...


How to Change the Oil in Your Car in 4 Simple Steps

A DIY oil change can be quick, tidy and you'll save big.


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How to Change Your Engine Coolant

Over time, engine coolant loses its anticorrosive properties and lubricating ability. Some carmakers recommend changing the coolant every 30,000 miles....


How to Remove a Stubborn Oil Filter

Add a strip of coarse sandpaper to stop filter wrench slipping and remove a stuck oil filter

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A Step-by-Step Guide on Struts Replacement

Replace struts yourself and save $300


How To Flush and Replace Brake Fluid

Brake fluid goes bad. Flushing old brake fluid and replacing it with new keeps your brakes working safely.


How To Jump-Start a Car Using Jumper Cables Safely

Learn how to jumpstart a car safely. Follow these four simple steps to make good, safe connections and jump a...


Window Regulator Clip Repair Tip

Don't forget to check the clips!


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Fix a Leaking Tire Valve Stem in 5 Minutes

Five minutes is all the time you need for this quick, easy valve stem fix.


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How to Fix a Car Horn

Car horn not working properly? Here's how to troubleshoot and pinpoint the problem.

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12 Things to Do When Daylight Savings Time Begins

Spring Daylight Savings Time is a great reminder that the seasons are just about to change. Here's everything you should...


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How to Replace a Side Mirror That’s Broken

Crunch doesn't have to mean Ouch! Replace your side view mirror yourself and save money.


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This is the Fastest Way to Defog Your Windshield

This trick will save you time and keep you safer while driving this winter.


How To Replace Windshield Wipers and Wiper Arms

Get rid of those skipping windshield wipers and keep yourself and your passengers safe.


A Full Guide to Wheel Stud Replacement

Replacing broken wheel studs is not as hard as it looks.


How to Clean A Mass Air Flow Sensor

Cleaning, rather than replacing, a MAF sensor is quick and easy and can save you $300.