Repair And Fix it

Wheel bearing failure is a common cause of driving troubles that may lead to damage of the cars drivetrain, or at the very least cause some obnoxious noises. The Dodge Avenger features maintenance-free wheel bearings. As a result, when the bearings no longer operate properly they must be replaced with the entire wheel hub assembly. This procedure requires removal of the steering knuckle, so it may be beneficial to consider replacing other elements of the steering and drivetrain during this repair to avoid future frustration.

Instructions

1

Loosen the wheel hub bolt and remove the wheel cotter pin. Raise the front of the vehicle and support it on jack stands, then remove the wheel.

2

Remove the steering knuckle from the vehicle. This will require removing the brake calipers from the rotor and disengaging the tie rod ends and the lower ball joint. Doing this will require the use of a tie rod presser and a ball joint separator tool.

3

Remove the bolts holding the wheel hub to the steering knuckle once the knuckle has been removed from the vehicle. It is recommended to do this on a bench or other solid surface. Remove the hub from the steering knuckle by gently tapping it with a soft mallet.

4

Clean the mating surface between the steering knuckle and the wheel hub. Install the new hub assembly and tighten the bolts to 65 foot-pounds of torque.

5

Reinstall the steering knuckle and the brake calipers. Install the tire and lower the vehicle. Tighten the wheel hub nut and install a new cotter pin. Drive the vehicle to check for proper alignment.

The valve covers sit on the top of the cylinder heads, and removing them will allow you access to the valves, springs, rocker arms, and push rods on your 7.3-liter Powerstroke Diesel. The 1996 7.3-liter was an optional engine in the Ford F250 and F350 Super Duty series trucks. The engine is very durable and has a good torque band, allowing it to pull heavy loads with little to no stress to the engine.

Instructions

1

Open the hood of your Ford truck and locate the negative battery cable end on the battery terminal. Loosen the clamp bolt on the battery cable end with a wrench then remove the cable from the battery and move it aside, isolating it from the battery.

2

Locate the retaining bolts along the perimeter of the valve covers on the top of the engine. There are eight of them on each valve cover.

3

Remove the eight retaining bolts, one at a time, with a socket and ratchet. Set the bolts aside as you will need them later.

4

Slide a putty knife or other flat, stiff tool under the edge of the valve cover and pry the cover loose from the head. Lift the valve cover straight off the cylinder head and set it aside. Repeat the process on the second valve cover if you are removing both covers.

The Ford Probe was a two-door coupe that Ford manufactured from 1989 to 1997. The 1996 model is a member of the second generation of Probes that includes the 1993 to 1997 models. Ford Probes may have a four-cylinder, 2.0-liter engine or a six-cylinder, 2.5-liter engine. All versions of this vehicle have multiport fuel injection, which requires a high-pressure fuel pump. You must remove the fuel tank of a Ford Probe in order to replace the fuel pump.

Instructions

1

Start the engine and remove the fuel-pump relay in the engine compartment. Allow the engine to stall and turn off the ignition. Replace the fuel-pump relay.

2

Drain the fuel tank and remove the cable from the negative battery terminal with a socket wrench. Raise the vehicle with a floor jack. Disconnect the exhaust pipe and exhaust-pipe insulator. Remove the electrical connectors and fuel lines from the fuel tank. Support the fuel tank with jack stands and disconnect the support straps for the fuel tank. Lower the fuel tank from the vehicle with the jack stands.

3

Detach the fuel lines from the fuel pump on the fuel tank. Turn the locking ring on the fuel pump counterclockwise with a brass drift and hammer. Disconnect the locking ring from the fuel pump and remove the fuel pump from the fuel tank. Discard the gasket.

4

Put the new gasket into position on the fuel tank and install the new fuel pump. Turn the locking ring for the fuel pump clockwise until the flange on the locking ring reaches the stopper. Connect the fuel lines for the fuel pump.

5

Connect the fuel tank to the vehicle and add at least 3 gallons of fuel to the fuel tank. Check the fuel system for leaks, and lower the vehicle. Connect the cable for the negative battery terminal with a socket wrench.

You can remove the SRS airbags from your 2002 Dodge without taking the car to a mechanic. Airbags are considered to be an essential safety element, but there are some people who are worried about rare injuries that can occur from the airbag deploying. Removing the airbags is a fairly easy procedure and only requires a couple of simple tools. Just make sure to always keep your face and body away from the front of the airbag as you remove it to prevent injury to yourself.

Instructions

1

Raise the front hood of your Dodge and loosen the retaining nuts on the battery cable clamps. Slide the clamps off of the battery terminals one at a time. Wait 30 minutes for the battery charge to drain out.

2

Consult your owners manual to find the location of the airbag fuses. Then open the fuse panel cover that can be found on the drivers-side dashboard. Remove the fuse puller and use it to remove the airbag fuses.

3

Remove the screws on the back of the steering column with a screwdriver and caully remove the airbag from the middle of the steering wheel. Cut the wires attached to it using wire cutters. Set the airbag in a safe location away from people and pets.

4

Open up the glove box and unhook the straps that hold it open. Unscrew the screws holding the glove box in place and pull the entire glove box out of the dashboard. Unbolt the airbag very caully using the socket wrench. Unhook the power cable at the rear of the airbag. Remember to keep your body and face away from the airbag. Slide the airbag out of the compartment.

5

Put the glove box back in the compartment, screw in the screws and reattach the straps. Close the glove box cover.

6

Put the airbag fuses back into their proper places within the fuse panel and close up the fuse panel cover. Reconnect the battery cables and tighten the retaining nuts.

The oil pan in your 2003 V6 Ford Mustang is secured to the bottom of the engine block, and it holds a certain amount of oil for the lubrication system to do its job. If the pan in your Mustang becomes damaged and begins to leak oil, you need to install a new pan. You can replace the pan at home with the help of some special tools.

Instructions

Removing the Used Pan

1

Park your Mustang on level ground. Raise the front of the vehicle with a floor jack. Position two jack stands under the frame for support. Apply the parking brake, and block the rear wheels with chocks.

2

Place a clean, large drain pan under the engine oil pan. Remove the drain plug with a wrench. Allow the oil to drain completely. Cover the pan to keep dirt off the oil for later reuse.

3

Remove the black negative battery cable, air cleaner tube and coolant recovery reservoir with a wrench.

4

Detach the upper radiator shield with a ratchet and socket.

5

Slide the drain pan under the oil filter. Remove the oil filter with a filter wrench.

6

Set up engine lifting brackets and a support fixture on top of the engine compartment, and secure the engine.

7

Remove the left and right motor mounts with a ratchet and socket.

8

Take off the starter motor with a ratchet, short ratchet extension and socket.

9

Unfasten and lower the engine support bracket just enough to gain access to all the oil pan mounting bolts.

10

Detach the wiring harness bracket next to the oil pan. Remove the pan with a ratchet, ratchet extension and socket. Remove the oil pan from the vehicle.

Installing the New Oil Pan

11

Clean the engine block mating surface with a gasket scraper and solvent. Let it dry completely. Apply a light coat of silicone sealant to the oil pan gasket mating surface. Set a new pan gasket on the pan. Position the pan under the engine block. Install the pan mounting bolts, and tighten them with your fingers. Tighten the bolts alternately with a torque wrench, working toward the rear of the engine, to 44 inch-pounds (5 Nm) and then to 88 inch-pounds (10 Nm). Tighten the three bolts that hold the transmission housing bell to 33 foot-pounds (45 Nm). Make sure the pan drain plug is correctly installed.

12

Reinstall the wiring harness to the oil pan and the engine support bracket. Tighten the larger upper bolts to 85 foot-pounds (115 Nm) and the smaller ones to 68 foot-pounds (90 Nm) with the torque wrench.

13

Replace the starter motor, and tighten the bolts to 18 foot-pounds (15 Nm) with the torque wrench.

14

Install the left and right motor mounts, and tighten the bolts to 85 foot-pounds (115 Nm) with the torque wrench.

15

Replace the oil filter by hand. Replace the upper radiator shield with the ratchet and socket.

16

Lower your Mustang with the floor jack.

17

Connect the black negative battery cable, air cleaner tube and coolant recovery reservoir with the wrench.

18

Refill the engine with oil using a small funnel.

19

Check the oil pan for leaks.

Defining Rebuild

Having your engine rebuilt will cost between $1,100 and $3,000, depending on the size and type of engine. A rebuild restores every part to original manufacturers specifications, and may include parts of your current engine. This is different from an overhaul in that an overhaul only fixes things that are worn out. A rebuild essentially starts over and includes used parts.

Other Options

The engine is the most expensive piece of your automobile, so whatever you do, you will be spending a lot. "Crate" engines also are available, which are brand new engines. The cost usually is a little more, but you are getting all new parts and usually a longer warranty. The ultimate option of course, is to trade in your car for a new or different car.

Bottom Line

A lot depends on how attached you are to your automobile, and its overall condition. If there are other major issues, such as transmission or suspension problems, or body damage, you might be better off getting a new or different car.

The 2005 Kia Spectra left the factory with a 2.0-liter, four-cylinder engine with a single serpentine belt driving the alternator and water pump from power supplied by the crankshaft pulley. Replacing that belt is a simply process with just a few steps and requiring only hand tools to complete. Working in the driveway or garage at home, most home mechanics can accomplish this job in about 20 minutes. A replacement belt for your Kia is available from any auto-parts store or through the Kia dealer.

Instructions

1

Open the hood of the car and remove the retaining bolt that holds the negative battery cable on the negative battery terminal using a wrench. Isolate the cable from the battery while you work.

2

Locate the adjuster bolt on the top of the alternator and loosen it with a wrench. Push the alternator toward the center of the engine, loosening the belt.

3

Remove the belt from the pulleys and discard it. Place the new belt around the crankshaft pulley, run it up and over the water pump pulley, then around the alternator pulley. Pull the alternator back, tightening the belt.

4

Tighten the adjuster bolt on the top of the alternator with a wrench, then check the tension on the belt. Press down on the belt between the alternator pulley and the water pump pulley. The belt should deflect about 1/8 inch.

5

Install the negative battery cable on the negative battery terminal and install the retaining bolt. Tighten the bolt with a wrench.

General Motors makes a wide variety of trucks for the consumer, but all of them rely on gas and a battery to start. If you are having problems starting your GM truck, you can troubleshoot the problem by taking a look at these two components. When your battery has a low charge or is dead, the trucks motor will not be able to fire up. GM trucks require gasoline to run, so a low fuel tank could be the culprit to your truck not starting.

Instructions

1

Turn the key in your GM truck to get the gauge readings. Check the fuel level and make sure you have enough fuel to start the truck. Add fuel if needed.

2

Pop the hood on the GM truck and locate the battery. Use a socket wrench to disconnect the battery terminals from the battery. Clean the battery terminals with a wire brush and a can of soda if corrosion has set in.

3

Reattach the battery terminals to the battery and start the truck.

4

Jump start the truck with jumper wires and another vehicle. Allow the truck to run for about five minutes and then turn it off.

5

Try to restart the truck. If the truck doesnt restart, you will need to replace your battery.

The indicators on a car or motorcycle need to be functional in order for the vehicle to be road-worthy. Making turns or changing lanes without informing other road users can be very dangerous. If one of your indicators has a burned or broken contact, it will be necessary to repair it. Removing the contact and replacing it with a new one is a far more cost effective solution than replacing the whole indicator.

Instructions

1

Turn off the ignition and remove the contact clips from the battery. Use the screwdriver to remove any mounting screws holding the indicator assembly to the body. It should lift out as one complete unit.

2

The indicator assembly consists of a front and rear half, which are usually held together by means of a sprung plastic clip bridging the two halves. Locate the clip and press it using the blade of the screwdriver. The two halves will separate, revealing the inside of the indicator.

3

Unscrew the bulb and lift it out of the assembly. With the back of the assembly removed, you should be able to see the wiring. Locate the burned or broken contact.

4

Heat up the soldering iron and hold it to the base of the contact. The metal tab of the contact is held in place by a plastic spade clip, but the soldered electrical connection at the base must be released to remove it from the plastic clip. Melt the solder, taking care not to touch the plastic ridges at the edge.

5

Grip the end of the contact with the needle-nose pliers and pull it toward you, it should slide out from the clip, allowing you to replace it with a fresh one.

Muscle car and classic car enthusiasts spend enormous amounts of time and resources to faithfully restore their rides to their original state. The Impala was initially launched in 1958 as both coupe and convertible versions. These were followed by several body styles in 1959 as this famed Chevrolet marquee gained in popularity during this time. The cowl tag on the drivers side of the firewall in the engine compartment has all the relevant information about the car, including the interior trim, body color, VIN and the body style.

Instructions

1

Open the hood and search for the cowl tag on the firewall near the drivers side. The cowl tag will be riveted in place on the firewall.

2

Read the cowl tag and write down the numbers on the tag. The left side of the tag will indicate TRIM or BODY COLOR, followed by a corresponding number code. Write down all of the items.

3

Log onto 348-409.com to get specific information about your Impalas cowl tag. The body color codes on a 1959 Impala will be represented by a three-digit number. The numbers correspond to a specific body color used in the manufacturing process. A 900 code means that the car was originally finished in Tuxedo Black, and 903 indicates Aspen Green. The trim codes are also represented by a three-digit number specifies the interior colors. An 801 code means that the car was originally finished in a gray-colored cloth and vinyl interior while an 867 indicates a copper and brown cloth and vinyl interior. There are approximately 37 codes for the trim.

Exterior car windows are held on by a few screws. The most time-consuming part of this task is accessing these screws and the electrical connector if you are replacing a power mirror. Though the procedure for replacing exterior mirrors is nearly identical for all vehicles, you may need different tools depending on what types of screws and panel fasteners your car has.

Instructions

Removing the Old Mirror

1

Remove the mirror trim panel. It is the triangle-shaped panel located on the inside of your door, directly opposite of the exterior side mirror. Youll need a special door trim removal tool to do this on some cars, but you may be able to remove some panels with just a screwdriver.

2

Remove the entire door panel if necessary. Youll only have to do this for cars with power windows because youll have to disconnect the electrical connector that may be located behind the door panel. It may take some time to find all the door panel fasteners, and as with the mirror trim panel, you may need a specialized door panel removal tool. The screws may also be hidden behind small decorative panels. These usually snap right off of the panel.

3

Unscrew the screws that secure the mirror from the interior side of the door. The screws are located behind the mirror trim panel you removed. There are usually three of them and they may have a Phillips, hex or Torx head.

4

Disconnect the electrical connector if you are replacing a power mirror. If the connector was not accessible when you removed the mirror trim panel, follow the wiring from the mirror until you find the connector.

5

Remove the mirror by pulling it away from the door.

Installing the New Mirror

6

Put the new mirror in place, and install the retaining screws with a Phillips screwdriver, Torx driver or hex driver, depending on the screw heads.

7

Reconnect the electrical connector, if necessary.

8

Reinstall the door panel (if you removed it) and mirror trim panel. Push the panel into place. Some fasteners will probably snap to fasten, then install any screw fasteners you removed. Lastly, if you have removed any covers to hide screws, snap these back into place.

The blower resistor on most cars and trucks controls the speed of the blower motor by changing the voltage that reaches the motor when the speed switch is moved from one setting to another. On the Pontiac Aztek, the resistor is part of a controller mounted on the front of the blower motor housing under the passengers side dash. If the motor runs on high but not on any other speed, theres a good chance that the resistor is no longer functioning and needs to be replaced.

Instructions

1

Locate the blower motor under the passengers side of the dash. Find the blower controller to the left of the motor and disconnect the wiring harness connection on the controller from the connector on the wiring harness.

2

Depress the locking tab as you separate the two halves of the connection. Lay the connector from the wiring harness aside where it will not get damaged.

3

Locate the two retaining bolts on the bottom edge of the controller and remove them with a socket and ratchet. Pull the controller off the housing and remove it from under the dash.

Hourly Rate

According to AutoMD, an online auto repair advice site, this job will take roughly an hour to complete depending on the make, model and vintage of the automobile, Dont forget to factor in your own work speed and competence level. Repair shops charge $90 to $120 per hour for their technicians. Independent repairmen normally charge somewhat less.

Charge Flat Rate

You may consider charging a flat rate for the repair, depending on the circumstances. If you are doing the job for a friend, neighbor or relative, you might want to charge only for the material needed to secure the window back into the track. If you are unfamiliar with how to do this particular repair and unsure how much time you will need to complete the job, give the customer a flat rate quote.

Bottom Line

If you were a trained technician, familiar with this sort of repair, you wouldnt be asking this question. Assuming you are unfamiliar with window repairs or only a part-time repairman, give the customer a flat rate quote based on the cost of materials, the amount of time you estimate you will need and what you consider is a fair rate.

Nissan is a Japanese auto manufacturer. Until 2008, Nissans V6 engine had appeared in every single annual publication of "Wards 10 Best Engines." "Wards Auto World" magazine began publishing the list in 1995. If you are considering trading your engine for a Nissan engine or if you want to upgrade your existing Nissan engine, its smart to do a comparison to find which one is best for you. To effectively compare Nissan engines you need to have a set of comparison criteria.

Instructions

1

Decide what is most important to you in an engine. If youre upgrading or replacing a damaged engine, you should establish exactly what size of engine is suitable for your car. Take account of power and performance. For example, the 2002 3.5-liter Nissan Maxima is capable of delivering an impressive 255 horse power. Consider mileage, cubic capacity, age and weight. Putting a heavy engine in a small car can cause handling problems. The engines in Nissans VQ engine range are aluminum and are relatively light. Write down the three most important criteria for your engine comparison.

2

Discount engines that dont meet your criteria. If you are looking for a cheap replacement engine for an old Nissan, dont spend lots of money on a high-performance GTS engine. The 2.5-liter 2003 Nissan Altima and Nissan Sentra were recalled due to temperature fluctuations that caused the engines to shut down. Be wary of engines that have been subject to manufacturer recall.

3

Use impartial reviews and manufacturer specifications to supplement your comparisons. You should use your key criteria to make comparisons, but note any other beneficial features to help you decide between two similarly suitable engines. Something as simple as the location of the seller may be enough to swing the deal one way or the other.

4

Make a short list of three engine types that youve identified as suitable. Make your ranking process more precise by using a higher grading threshold for the criteria you determined most important: Rank each engine according to your three main criteria. Allow 1 to 20 points for each engine youre considerings proficiency in your top criterion. Allow 1 to 10 points for each engines proficiency in your second most important criterion, and allow 1 to 5 points each engines proficiency in the third.

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Take account of the cars the engines were in previously. For example, Nissans SR20DET engine is used in various Nissan cars, including the DT Turbo, the Bluebird and the Silvia (these are Japanese versions of Nissan cars). An engine powering a lighter car will have less wear per mile than the same engine powering a larger car. Its the same method of operation you would use if you had two identical cars but one had been used to tow a trailer: You would dock points for engine wear on the engine that towed the trailer due to the extra weight the car pulled and the extra effort the engine exerted.

Whether its caused by rolling the window up and down or a person rubbing something against it, scratched window tint is difficult to repair. Theres no quick fix option for even the smallest scratch. Damaged areas require new tint film.

Removal

Remove the scratched section by cutting around it with a razor blade. Be sure to cut all the way down to the glass to avoid pulling off undamaged tint film when youre taking off the piece that is scratched. Remove glue residue left from the old tint using water.

Replacement

Cut a new piece of window tint film that is slightly larger than the scratched piece you removed from the window. Remove the backing from the side of the new tint that has adhesive, place it on the area that you cut out, and quickly use a squeegee to eliminate air bubbles between the tint and window. Carefully cut off the excess film as close to the area you patched as possible.

Professionals

Window tint website Tint Center says some professional tint shops offer lifetime warranties for their work. If you have your window tint installed by one of these shops, they will repair future scratches free of charge.

The Ranger is a pickup truck that Ford has produced since 1983. The 1990 Ford Ranger was equipped with either a 6-cylinder 2.9-liter engine or a 6-cylinder 4.0-liter engine, each of which uses fuel injection. The Ranger has an electric fuel pump in the fuel tank that produces low pressure. The pump is part of the fuel gauge sending unit, and you have to remove the entire unit if you need to replace the fuel pump and install a new one.

Instructions

1

Loosen the cap on the fuel tank and remove the air filter. Disconnect the cable from the negative battery terminal. Remove the valve cap from the pressure relief valve on the fuel rail. Connect fuel pressure gauge tool T80L-9974-A to the pressure relief valve. Open the pressure relief valve to relieve the pressure in the fuel system. Disconnect the fuel pressure gauge and replace the valve cap.

2

Drain the fuel from the fuel tank. Support the fuel tank with jack stands. Release the clamp on the fuel tanks fill pipe. Disconnect the bolts for the skid plate and remove the skid plate and its brackets from the fuel tank. Disconnect the bolts for the front and rear straps of the fuel tank and remove the straps. Release the clamp for the fuel sender units fuel hose. Remove the fuel lines from the fuel sender unit. Lower the tank from the Ranger with the floor jacks. Remove the shield from the fuel tank.

3

Detach the electrical connector from the fuel system sender unit. Clean the fuel tank around the fuel sender unit with a shop rag. Turn the locking ring on the fuel sender unit counterclockwise with a hammer and brass drift. Remove the locking ring from the fuel sender unit and pull the fuel sender unit from the fuel tank. Discard the sealing gasket. Detach the fuel pump from the fuel sender unit.

4

Insert the new fuel pump into the fuel sender unit. Put a new sealing gasket on the fuel tank. Place the fuel sender unit into the fuel tank and align the fuel senders tabs with the fuel tanks slots. Attach the locking ring to the fuel sending unit and turn it clockwise until the ring tab is against the stop. Attach the electrical connector for the fuel sender unit.

5

Reinstall the fuel tank. Reconnect the negative cable on the battery. Turn the ignition on for five seconds, then turn it off. Repeat at least five times to pressurize the fuel system. Start the engine and check for fuel leaks.

Until You See Grease Near Wheel Area

One of the first signs of CV joints going bad is when the caps of the CV joints break from the structure. This will cause grease to accumulate in the CV joint area, which is located between the front wheels of the car. If you see such an occurrence, take the car for maintenance immediately.

When You Hear Clicking and Popping Sounds

When the CV joints go bad, you will hear a popping or a clicking sound coming from the steering wheel. The more damaged the CV joints become, the louder and more intense the sound will be. Each time you turn the steering wheel, the clicking or popping sound will resonate. This indicates serious damage.

Bottom Line

CV joints can break easily and rapidly. Within a matter of weeks, the CV joints can become so bad that the maintenance cost will be very high. The sooner you fix the damaged CV joints, the lower the cost will be. Therefore, regularly examine the CV joint area to check for grease buildup. If you see no buildup, but begin to hear clicking or popping sounds, have the car fixed.

The Toyota SR5 FWD is a pickup track that allows people to haul or tow trailers, boats, or even other cars. If you are having problems with your SR5, there are a few things that you can do before you pay for a mechanic to look the vehicle over. Common issues are found in the battery, fuel tank, and the cooling system of the truck. You dont have to spend money to get your SR5 back on the road. You can do it yourself with little hassle.

Instructions

1

Insert your key into the SR5 and turn it so the electrical instrument panel lights up. Check over the fuel level in your trucks gas tank. If the fuel level is low enough for the truck not to start, fill the gas tank with fuel. If the instrument panel doesnt light up, you need to check your battery.

2

Pop the hood to the SR5 with the hood latch under the steering wheel. Open the hood and engage the hood rod to keep the hood up. Check over the battery connections. The battery is the black box with a black and red terminal coming off of it. Use a pair of insulated pliers to tighten the connection.

3

Clean the battery terminals if you find any corrosion on them. You can clean the terminals with a wire brush a little bit of soda. The carbonation from the soda will eat away the corrosion. Put the terminals back onto the battery and then try to restart the truck.

4

Check over the cooling system if you are having problems with your SR5 overheating. The coolant tank is on the left side of the engine block. Make sure that you have enough coolant so its up to the fill line on the side of the tank. Fill the coolant tank with enough coolant so it reaches the fill line.

5

Climb under the truck and locate the starter on the right side of the engine. This is a small black box. Have a friend turn the ignition. If you hear a buzzing noise from the starter, you need to have a professional replace it.

You can check the OBD I codes on your 85 Camaro right from your home garage using a small, handheld device called an OBD reader. The On-Board Diagnostics computer in the Camaro receives trouble codes sent to it from sensors positioned throughout the car. When one of these sensors detects a malfunction, it sends the code to the computer which, in turn, alerts you to a problem by illuminating a warning or service light on your instrument panel. You can read and clear the codes using an OBD reader which can be purchased from any auto parts store.

Instructions

1

Locate the OBD reader port on the underside of the drivers side dashboard to the left of the steering column. Plug the OBD readers cable into this port. You may have to rotate it to make it fit into the port because it only plugs into it in one direction. Just make sure you dont force it in or you may damage the pins inside.

2

Put the key into the ignition and turn it toward you one click to the "ACC" or accessories position.

3

Turn the power switch on the OBD reader to the "on" position. Wait while the reader interfaces with the computer. When it has finished, it will display the alphanumeric trouble codes on the readers screen. Write down these codes and look up their meanings in the OBD readers manual.

4

Unplug the OBD reader from the port and turn off the vehicle. Have any necessary repairs or servicing done based on the diagnostic codes you retrieved.

Craftsman ratchets are known as some of the most dependable tools you can purchase. They see use every day in professional shops and at home. With time, however, any tool can wear out. Rather than purchasing an all-new ratchet, you can rebuild yours at home provided that you have the right tools and the necessary replacement parts. Rebuilding your craftsman ratchet means that you will retain the handle of the ratchet, but will replace the inner workings of the tool.

Instructions

1

Turn the ratchet so that the square drive mechanism faces you. A hog ring secures the inner workings of the ratchet into the ratchet housing. Use the hog ring pliers to squeeze this ring together, then remove it from the ratchet.

2

Turn the ratchet over into the palm of your hand and the inner workings of the ratchet will fall out into it. The inner workings of the ratchet consist of a single cog wheel which is also doubles as the square drive mechanism. The ratcheting mechanism is housed slightly below the cog wheel and you wont need to replace it.

3

Place the ratchet rebuild kits replacement cog wheel into the head of the socket wrench. Its a good idea at this step to drop a little household oil into the head of the ratchet. Use the hog ring pliers to compress the hog ring and press it back into place on the ratchet to secure the new cog in the housing of the ratchet.