How to Replace Wiper Blades
Difficulty: Easy Duration: 5 minutes How often: Every 6-12 months Visibility is extremely important to safe driving. If your current...
How to Replace an Engine Air Filter
Difficulty: Easy Duration: 15 minutes How often: Every 15,000 miles Changing the air filter should be part of your routine maintenance...
How to Replace a Radiator Hose
Difficulty: Easy Duration: 10 minutes How often: Every 60,000 miles All modern automotive engines are liquid-cooled, and the cooling...
How to Replace a Headlamp or Taillight
Difficulty: Easy Duration: 15 minutes How often: When lights dim or burn out For maximum driving safety, it is very important to keep a...
How to Replace Brake Pads
Difficulty: Moderately Difficult Duration: 1-2 hours How often: As needed, depending on brake wear A well-maintained set of brakes should...
How to Replace an Accessory Drive Belt (Serpentine Belt)
Difficulty: Moderately difficult Duration: May take several hours How often: Every 60,000-100,000 miles, check owner’s manual One out of...
How to Maintain Tires
Difficulty: Easy Duration: 5-10 minutes How often: Once every month plus before and after road trips Maintaining good tires help improve...
Diagnosing: Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) Sensor
What does a Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) Sensor do? The MAP sensor converts engine vacuum or manifold pressure to an electrical...
Diagnosing: Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Sensor
What does an Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) System do? The anti-lock braking system (ABS) uses a sensor to monitor the wheel speed and send this...
How to Check Oil and Other Fluids
Difficulty: Easy Duration: 5-10 minutes How often: See each case below To keep your vehicle running smoothly, it's important to check...