PAINTING GRILLE
Model : Mercedes-Benz, 190 - Series Category : Exterior
... straightforward from here. Just undo the center emblem (not the hood ornament), remove the clips, and the rest of the bolts. Then just slide that chrome trimming off. Now you should have the plastic part of the grill all by itself. Have your lazy buddy wipe off the chrome grill and the small pieces WITHOUT BENDING THEM! Now just get the grill and place it on an old Wallstreet Journal and ... (more)
Posted : 18 June 2005  
 
Prevent Convertible Top Rubbing on your 2001 Corvette
Model : Chevrolet, Corvette Category : Misc
... is held back to reveal the staples. The staples at the seam and three either side of the seam were removed and the area inspected. It was discovered that a length of seat-belt like material runs over the bow and is stapled to the plastic strip. This seat-belt material is attached to the new inner liner and is anchored at the same place as the top. This further increases the thickness of the ... (more)
Posted : 9 June 2005  
 
Power Steering Fluid Removal and Replacement
Model : Nissan, Maxima Category : Steering
... process will need to be repeated a few times. You can remove most of power steering fluid from reservoir this way. A baffle at the bottom prevents us from removing it all. Left: If you want to empty the power steering reservoir, disconnect the hose with the arrow. The entire contents will empty out, but it is difficult to catch it in a container due to the A/C line. Reconnect the hose, and ... (more)
Posted : 7 June 2005  
 
Passport 8500 X50 Smartcord Hardwire (A6)
Model : Audi, A6 Category : Electrical
... # 4BO941561C) for $20. COIN TRAY DISASSEMBLY The first step is to disassemble the coin tray. First, with the coin tray closed, remove the little yellow gear wheel by pressing down with a finger until it releases through the hole on the top of the tray housing. Then open the tray (watch out, with the gear removed, the tray snaps open pretty fast!). From the underside, pull the tray housing away ... (more)
Posted : 7 June 2005  
 
Painting Brake Calipers
Model : Audi Category : Brakes
... and use the steel brush to scrub off as much dirt, brake dust, rust, etc... that you can...(The cleaner the surface, the better the results)According to the directions: After cleaning the caliper, spray the cleaner on the caliper and let it sit for 5 minutes before applying the paintMix approximately 1/4 of the paint with 1/4 of the hardener in a bowl that will withstand the lacquer. Mix ... (more)
Posted : 7 June 2005  
 
Prevent Fog Lights from Cutting Out when Using Brights
Model : Audi, A4 Category : Lights
... switch on your brights is located at the #7 relay location (the furthest left location of the middle row of relays on the relay panel under the driver's side dash), see the drawing for a detailed map of the relay location. You can access the relay panel by removing the lower knee bolster or through the fuse box. If you go through the knee bolster, there are four 8mm hex bolts holding the ... (more)
Posted : 7 June 2005  
 
Painting Interior Trim (shifter trim plate)
Model : Audi, A4 Category : Interior
... then I went to town with the scrubby side of the sponge. The scrubby side won't harm the plastic underneath, and even if it does leave minor surface scratches, the wet-dry sandpaper can easily take care of that. Scrub ALL of it off, and if you are not sure if it is gone from certain parts, it's time to wet-dry sand. I used the rubbing alcohol as a minor lubricant, but don't use too much ... (more)
Posted : 7 June 2005  
 
Pollen Filter Replacement (allroad)
Model : Audi, Allroad Category : Misc
... under it. 4. The next picture is the same exact camera angle as the last except I am holding the Plenum Chamber cover up and out of the way. You can see the pollen filter in it's tray. A closer look: 5. That black tab that is holding the filter in place is easily unclamped by spreading the tabs on the bottom side of it until it flips easily off of the filer.6. Just grab the filter and drag it ... (more)
Posted : 7 June 2005  
 
Porsche Brake Pad Wear Sensors for Stoptech Brakes
Model : Audi, S4 Category : Brakes
... sensor harnesses leaving approximately 1 '' of both wires behind the plug on each harness, as shown at right. I refer to this piece as a ''stock sensor plug harness'' below. - Discard the stock sensors (or leave them on the stock pads/calipers). - Strip approximately inch off the outer insulation from each of the two stock sensor plug harnesses and inch of insulation from each of the inner ... (more)
Posted : 6 June 2005  
 
Parking Brake Cable Problem
Model : Nissan, Maxima Category : Brakes
... to pushed into the very front pivot point of the rear suspension (item 2) The result is a split parking brake cable (item 3), where salt and water can corrode the cable causing it to seize. Solution: Slightly bend the parking brake cable bracket (item1) away from the rear suspension pivot point. Summary: Simple fix. As you can see on mine it was too late, the cable has been cut, and dirt ... (more)
Posted : 6 June 2005  
 
Porsche Boxster Litronic Headlamp Kit Installation
Model : Porsche, Boxster Category : Lights
... that is the highbeam rotation. The module is supposed to rotate the normal beams up 1.5 degrees to augment the high beams when they are activated. This fills in the light below the high beams a bit better. Installing the control module is relatively simple, but does require some modest confidence working with electrical wiring. These litronics differ from the factory installed ones in two ... (more)
Posted : 6 June 2005  
 
Porsche Dashboard Gauge Repair and Refurbishment
Model : Porsche Category : Interior
... to put the unit back together without messing up the specific number that you want. Push the odometer driveshaft back into the housing and through the pot metal gear. Depending upon how you decided to deform the wheel, this may take some force. Make sure that all your numbers are lined up before pushing the shaft back into the pot metal gear. Check it by looking carefully at the face on the ... (more)
Posted : 3 June 2005  
 
Pedal Cluster Rebuild
Model : Porsche, 911 - Series Category : Driveterrain
... one. Give us a call if you need a replacement spring - Pelican Parts regularly stocks both of these. The majority of the cluster is held in by a roll pin that is inserted through the end of the clutch pedal. The hardest part of rebuilding the cluster is getting the old pin out. There are a few ways of doing this, and none of them work very well. As an alternative, you can take the cluster to ... (more)
Posted : 3 June 2005  
 
Porsche Oil Coolers, Form & Function
Model : Porsche, 911 - Series Category : Engine - Cooling System
... CatalogTech ArticlesTech Q&AParts DiagramsElec Diagrams356 BBSPhoto Gallery356 Classifiedsmore 356 stuff...PhotosPorsche EventsOwner's GalleryClassifiedsCars For SaleUsed Parts For SaleExtrasEvents CalendarChat RoomFree EmailFree Web PagesHome > Tech Articles > Porsche Oil Coolers - Form & FunctionGuest Technical Article: Porsche Oil Coolers, Form & Function Part II - Cooling ... (more)
Posted : 3 June 2005  
 
Probe Problems and Issues
Model : Ford, Probe Category : Misc
... you see when the brakes on a Formula 1 car are heavily used. I feel as though my car could have caught on fire if I had not caught it in time. I knew how to free the cable and then I proceeded home after the disc cooled down. Unknowingly to me, this extreme temperature warped the disc. That is why they had to replace the entire brake unit. I wonder if this is a common problem with all Probes. ... (more)
Posted : 3 June 2005  
 
PGT vs. Similar Cars
Model : Ford, Probe Category : Misc
... way under many an Integra hatch, and the baggy-pants drivers don't seem to mind blowing up motors and drivetrains to punt domestic booties." 95+ Mitsibushi Eclipse GS-T GSX (Talon) The GS-T is FWD, the GSX is AWD. I didn't drive the turbo version, only the 2.0 liter normally aspirated (the turbo was out of my price range). Radical looks, some love and some hate. Gosh it's tiny inside. ... (more)
Posted : 3 June 2005  
 
Performing a Saab 9000 Trionic boost adaptation run
Model : Saab, 9000 Category : Engine
... whether the car has automatic or manual transmission fitted. The procedure for both types of transmission is provided. I have only tested the procedure for manual transmission, as I have never owned (and probably never will own) an automatic 9000. I had to power down and reconnect the Trionic system on my '96 Aero after replacing a faulty oxygen sensor that left the "check engine" ... (more)
Posted : 2 June 2005  
 
Porsche Air Conditioning Frequently Asked Questions
Model : Porsche Category : Interior - Heating and Air Conditioning
... firmly to the case and connected to the Crankshaft by a belt.The Evaporator is inside the passenger compartment so that air can be picked up by the fan and sent across the cooling coils and back out through the vents.The condenser that is normally placed in front of the radiator in a 'real' car must be placed in the air stream or where there will be a steady high volume of cold air since ... (more)
Posted : 2 June 2005  
 
Proper Detailing
Model : BMW, 3 - Series (E30) 1983-93 Category : Misc
... cut cleaner. Let a professional use compound and a standard buffer, but if you insist on it, email me, and I'll help you out.Try to avoid excess product. It will only mix with the others and be messy. With these cleaners, a shine will develop.Next step is the proper sealer. Think of the paint on your car as skin. The clay cleans your pores, the cleaner is like a washcloth, then we have ... (more)
Posted : 24 May 2005  
 
Performance mods that give the biggest gains for the money
Model : BMW, 3 - Series (E30) 1983-93 Category : Misc
... potential for acceleration, cornering and braking.Re-build the motor with internal modifications such as the 2.7 liter conversion, Schrick camshafts, Mass Air Flow meters. Close to 250 HP possible.Perform radical motor modifications such as turbocharging, supercharging, nitrous oxide injection, or "engine swaps."Aerodynamic improvements. This is mentioned last because its effects are ... (more)
Posted : 24 May 2005  
 
Poor Air conditioner operation
Model : BMW, 3 - Series (E30) 1983-93 Category : Interior - Heating and Air Conditioning
... should turn on at its lower speed whenever the A/C is on. (This fan also goes on independently of the A/C operation at certain engine temperatures)To check, turn the key to the On position (you don't have to turn on the car) and press the A/C switch. Go to the front of the car and look at the fan. If it isn't turning, its low speed resistor is probably bad.The resistor is bolted to the ... (more)
Posted : 24 May 2005  
 
Power windows w/ doors open
Model : BMW, 3 - Series (E30) 1983-93 Category : Electrical
... wiring conform to their respective polarity.Hook up contact 87 to the input of the circuit breaker, this is to prevent the window circuit from overloading.Use this info as a guide only, if in doubt have circuit checked with a qualified electrician or technician. I hold no responsibilities over any faults incurred by any parties.Any queries please email me at tj1@writeme.com (detailed installed ... (more)
Posted : 24 May 2005  
 
Power window switch rebuild
Model : BMW, 3 - Series (E30) 1983-93 Category : Electrical
... do this job now, the less likely you are to have to do it again soon. The individual buttons come up out of the button body which makes them easier to clean. The spring contacts brass at the base of the light bulb sockets and carry juice up into the button. I made sure to clean up the base of the spring so it made a good contact. This photo fails to show an important part you should do: On the ... (more)
Posted : 24 May 2005  
 
Pre 85 E30s battery charging problems
Model : BMW, 3 - Series (E30) 1983-93 Category : Electrical - Battery
... to make sure you have the right two wires by checking the continuity with a multimeter. Once you locate them, splice a wire into each of these, *soldering* the splice to be sure it takes.After completing the splice, connect the two new wires to the new bulb that you bought, affix the bulb under the dash somewhere (I hot-glued it to the center console), and re-assemble the instrument cluster. ... (more)
Posted : 24 May 2005  
 
Pain Free Hood shock
Model : BMW, 3 - Series (E30) 1983-93 Category : Exterior - Hood
... tied a little tube to it with cabties, that will hold the pin, and voila !! no more sore head or shoulders for me, or an annoying broomstick that's in the way where I want to work.Here's a pic of my "personalised" hood shock: Gerbrandt Grobler Back SECTIONS :: Audio :: Body :: Brakes :: Cooling System :: Driving :: Electrical :: Engine :: Fuel System :: Interior :: Misc. ... (more)
Posted : 24 May 2005  
 
Painting your Dash Inserts
Model : Toyota, Celica Category : Interior
... on some newspaper. Lightly spray your inserts with your choice color of spray paint. Do it in small coats. It may look like it has small bubbles in it, but they will go away. Coat them till your desired darkness, but be sure to use light coats or the paint will run and look bad. Let them dry. Once they're dry, you can put them back in place in your car, or put a clear coat on them. If you choose ... (more)
Posted : 20 May 2005  
 
ProCarParts Turn Signals in Invader Air Dam
Model : Toyota, Celica Category : Lights
... The open end of the V can be as wide as allowed but do not exceed the width of the lights or cut outside of the space allowed for lights. See photo 4. 9. Once the V is removed place lights into air-dam. At this time you should be able to gently pull on the air-dam and make the lights fit. Do this and check the fitment of the lights. They probably will not fit completely snug but doing this ... (more)
Posted : 20 May 2005  
 
Painting Your Wheels
Model : Toyota, Celica Category : Wheels and Tires
... day, at least I had to. I had applied about 3-5 coats. I just applied coats until everything was in the true color fo the primer and it was fully covered and coated. If there are any blemishes, sand with a high grit sandpaper and recoat. Note that this process may be a bit blurry until you try it out. Try painting something else that's made of metal first and you'll see what I mean by coated. ... (more)
Posted : 20 May 2005  
 
Painting Your Tail-Lights
Model : Toyota, Celica Category : Lights - Tail lights
... set your lamps on something so that the lenses are facing upward, not sideways, as if they were on your car. Then, spray them with whatever color you want them, make sure to do it in light coats so that they dry correctly. After you have the desired coats on and the color is correct, let them dry until they're not tacky. Use a razor blade or something pointed to remove your cutouts that ... (more)
Posted : 20 May 2005  
 
Painting Your Trim
Model : Ford, Focus Category : Misc
... are 5) with a socket set. It may help to remove your rear license plate before you wiggle the hatch piece off. Note that there are also two very small pieces of adhesive behind the two outer most tips of the trim. Pull the trim out and disconnect the wires to your plate lamps and your done. I removed the Ford emblem to make sanding and painting easier, its held on with the same adhesive ... (more)
Posted : 20 May 2005  
 
Painting Your Interior Trim
Model : Ford, Focus Category : Misc
... primer, (if your painting plastics, get primer, paint, and clear coat for plastics), paint and clear coat. also some 180 grit sand paper. after removing the pieces you are going t paint, clean it off good, then dry it thoroughly. wet sand it down with the 180 grit. You just want to SCUFF up the plastic to give the primer something to grip. after you do that, wash again. let dry. I do 2 good ... (more)
Posted : 20 May 2005  
 
Paint Touch-up's
Model : Ford, Focus Category : Misc
... Cut away any paint that has fractured. Clean an area around the chip at least 3 inches out. Follow the directions on the prep stuff and if it says apply and then dry the area 15 seconds later then do exactly that. Painting is not one of those times where if a little is good then more is "gooder". Put the paint mask on and cover the biggest area that you can around the area that ... (more)
Posted : 20 May 2005  
 
PRO 5.0 Shifter Install
Model : Ford, Mustang Category : Driveterrain - Shifter Linkage
... sealer from the transmission. Make sure none of it falls into the trans shift area. Take the main shift boot and cut out the center portion with a sharp blade. This way we can seal it against the lower portion of the new shifter and it will fit no problem. Apply a new bead of high temp silicone sealer. Apply on all the edges, then around the bolt hole areas for the best seal. Now place the new ... (more)
Posted : 19 May 2005  
 
Pinging and Detonation Explained
Model : Ford, Mustang Category : Misc
... . The resulting stress on the engine is enormous. Detonation can be caused by several things not just a lean condition or bad choice of fuel octane: Too much compression and too much timing can also be to blame. The most common way to describe the sound of detonation is: "like shaking a can full of marbles", but the BEST way to verify the existence of detonation is by reading ... (more)
Posted : 19 May 2005  
 
Paint your gauge Cluster
Model : Ford, Mustang Category : Interior
... torx bit screws (T20 size I think, and about 8) from the gauge cluster cover, be careful not to drop them. 6. Now you have the cluster cover out, but the transparent screen is cemented to the cluster. 7. WITH A LOT OF PATIENCE, remove the Plexiglas using a cutter knife to remove the cement ALL AROUND THE cluster cover, it is a long process, take your time, if you try to force it you can break ... (more)
Posted : 19 May 2005  
 
Prepping / 1978 Wagoneer Front Dana 44 for a YJ
Model : Jeep, YJ Category : Driveterrain
... Been there…and I hate that snap sound! Once that was done, disassembly was quite easy. Disassembly I removed the chrome dust covers from the hub housing and could see the first retaining ring/nut, that was easy to remove by just using a flat head screwdriver and a mallet turning it counter clockwise. Once the nut was removed the drive flange and spring in behind it pops out, this puts ... (more)
Posted : 19 May 2005  
 
Pinion Seal Replacement
Model : Jeep, TJ Category : Steering
... (if desired to help seal the sleeve Fig 1.4) and using the tool that is provided with the sleeve to lightly hammer the seal onto the Yoke (Fig 1.5 & 1.6) Fig 1.4 Fig 1.5 Fig 1.6 Fig 1.7 Fig 1.8 Fig 1.9 As shown in Fig 1.7 the complete Yoke ready for re-installation. Now that you are ready you will need to remove the seal from the pinion. You can use a big screw driver as shown in Fig 1.8 or ... (more)
Posted : 19 May 2005  
 
Polishing Alloy Wheels
Model : BMW, 3 - Series (E36) 1991-99 Category : Wheels and Tires
... there is a way to do them yourself if you have a strong constitution. Take 1500 grit sandpaper and wet it down with water. You are going to use the same technique as color sanding – only you are doing it on aluminum instead of paint. Keep the water nearby as you are going to dunk the sandpaper into the water frequently. Using an even motion, sand the area that is scratched, plus some of ... (more)
Posted : 18 May 2005  
 
Polishing Alloy Wheels
Model : BMW, 3 - Series (E36) 1991-99 Category : Wheels and Tires
... there is a way to do them yourself if you have a strong constitution. Take 1500 grit sandpaper and wet it down with water. You are going to use the same technique as color sanding – only you are doing it on aluminum instead of paint. Keep the water nearby as you are going to dunk the sandpaper into the water frequently. Using an even motion, sand the area that is scratched, plus some of ... (more)
Posted : 18 May 2005  
 
Painting the rear lights
Model : BMW, 3 - Series (E36) 1991-99 Category : Misc
... B&Q for £5, it's made by "Plasticote" and has a clear lid showing what colour the paint is. What you have to do is mask off the taillights using maskingtape (aptly named that) and newspaper. when you spray them, spray *just* and I mean JUST to the point where the orange starts turning red and stop there. Once you done finished spraying the lights leave it for about 20 mins ... (more)
Posted : 18 May 2005  
 
Painted Grill Surrounds
Model : BMW, 3 - Series (E36) 1991-99 Category : Exterior
... and pop them out. Then separate the chrome surrounds from the black plastic grills. 2. Take paint thinner and wipe down the chrome plastic surrounds to get them good and clean. Don't be afraid to use some rubbing force, the paint thinner will not take the chrome off. 3 Spray the now clean surrounds with rustoleum gray primer. Let them sit for 15 minutes. 4. Lightly sand the primer using 400 ... (more)
Posted : 18 May 2005  
 
Pprocess to fit a set of Audi A4 bi-xenon projectors into a stock S14 (97-98 Nissan 240SX)
Model : Nissan, 240SX Category : Lights - Headlights
... responsible for you messing up your headlamps because you aren't a craftsman. Also in my opinion, any projector retrofit into an already existing projector headlamp should be a piece of cake, and results should be a little nicer, mainly because the mounting surface doesn't have to be fabricated using JB weld or some other epoxy type material. Anyways, here's the pics for it along with some ... (more)
Posted : 18 May 2005  
 
Painting Calipers
Model : BMW, 5 - Series (E34) 1989-96 Category : Brakes
... result. Remove the calipers and the carriers. 2. Important step: use the small brush to clean entirely the different brake items. Then clean everything with some brake cleaner. Finish by spraying the cleaner included in the kit. Step 2 will determine the quality of the final work. 3. Hang the caliper and carrier somewhere safe and place a rag below. 4. Mix the two products (at 20C/68F ... (more)
Posted : 5 December 2004 Author : Phil Dorsey
 
Panel Lights
Model : BMW, 5 - Series (E34) 1989-96 Category : Lights - Interior
... you and the OBC will pop out. CAUTION: Right Hand Drive Bmw: PUSH the lever, don't pull... 4. Now you can see the 3 backlight bulbs. Change them all as you probably don't want to remove for every single bulb. Use needle noise pliers to remove the bulbs. 5. Place the OBC back on and push to get it engaged. Place the radio back on and insert the code. This is what the bulbs look like (Thanks ... (more)
Posted : 2 December 2004 Author : bmwe34.net
 
Power Locks for DX Owners
Model : Honda, Civic Category : Electrical - Locks
... pick up about 3 feet of the thinest steel rod you can find and a box of 1/2 inch self tapping screws. A few holes in your door panel and some screws later you have a mounted actuator. Place it directly below the lock. [PICTUREID=3][PICTUREID=4] Take your steel rod, and loop one end to the actuator and take it to the corner of the plunger closest to the side of the door where the latch is. Make a ... (more)
Posted : 7 November 2004  
 
Progress Front Sway Bar
Model : Honda, Civic Category : Suspension - Sway Bars
... thingies then use them. Then just use your crescent wrench to take off the nut holding the sway bar to the end link. Wear leather gloves for this. If your hand slips you'll be in pain (as I am now with a nice little blood blister under my fingernail). [PICTUREID =5] Wow, no intermediate step? How'de I remove that sway bar without messing with the exhaust system (as in the retarded ... (more)
Posted : 31 October 2004  
 
Progress Rear Sway Bar & Mounting Kit
Model : Honda, Civic Category : Suspension - Sway Bars
... whole assembly with a socket wrench. Two wrenches work too, but it's not as comfortable. Keep turning until you feel more pressure than usual. Check to see that the threads of the nut-sert are flush with the 1/2'' opening. That's when it's seated all the way. [PICTUREID =12] Here's the mounting kit. You basically assemble it as the instructions tell you to. There's a nice little CAD drawing ... (more)
Posted : 31 October 2004  
 
Power Window Fix
Model : BMW, 3 - Series (E36) 1991-99 Category : Interior - Windows
... it halfway up out of the door. Check to make sure that the glass is sitting in the front and rear glass channels. If it is not, tilt the front edge of the glass down in to the door to get the front and rear properly seated in to the channels. You should be able to push the door glass up and down smoothly. Remove the metal retainer pins from the nylon slider clips, pop the clips off of the window ... (more)
Posted : 26 October 2004 Author : Chris
 
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