Archive for October, 2009

Automatic Transmission Clutch

Many people choose a vehicle with an automatic transmission because they are much simpler to drive. The automatic transmission is one of the most complicated pieces of engineering in your vehicle and it essentially performs all of the work that you would have to do on your own with a manual transmission. This highly technical […]

Diagnostic Code Scanner

One of the best things that you can do to cut your repair expenses for your car is buy a diagnostic code scanner. This hand held device can show you exactly what is wrong with your vehicle if you are experiencing problems, as well as show you issues that have not even been noticed yet. […]

Starter Motor

Your starter motor (aka. starter), is a very important part of your car that must be kept working. Many cars have problems with the starter motor and whenever an issue with your starter is found, it must be fixed immediately. Your starter motor is what makes your engine power up, and is essentially needed for […]

Pitman Arm

The pitman arm is one of the most crucial parts of your car's steering system. The pitman arm is connected to your vehicle's steering gear, which is responsible for making your vehicle perform linear movements and be able to turn smoothly. The sector shaft secures the pitman arm in place, while a ball joint is […]

Air Flow Meter

If you live in the United States of America, chances are you live in one of the many states which require annual emissions inspections for cars that are older than a certain number of years old. This measure was passed in order to keep our air unpolluted and our environment clean and green, and most […]

Stereo Wire Harness

What can be a more fun, relaxing and exhilarating afternoon than driving in your car with the windows down and the stereo turned way, way up, singing at the top of your lungs to your favorite song while the rest of the world goes flying by? Driving with the windows rolled down and the radio […]

Mercedes Benz Parts

Mercedes Benz is a known all over the world as a luxury car with a timeless reputation. From their meteoric rise in popularity post-World War II to the present day, Mercedes Benz has produced some of the most beautiful, sleek, powerful and well-designed cars in automotive history. Because of the car's long history, there are […]

Power Window Switch

In today's increasingly modern world, where owning laptops, iPods and other technological gadgets is the norm rather than the exception, can you imagine using a small hand crank to roll your own car windows down? Sure, that's a bit of an exaggeration. Many cars still come with manual windows, but increasingly, power window switches have […]

Fuel Pressure Gauge

Fuel pressure gauge is an important element in your vehicle. There are ready to install fuel pressure gauge that you can find in the market. Or if you are a DIY person, you can do one yourself. Here are the steps on how to install fuel pressure gauge. 1. To install the fuel pressure gauge […]

Harmonic Balancer

The role of the harmonic balancer is to absorb energy and reduce vibrations in the crankshaft. It is an important component because the vibrations can be strong enough to damage the engine, as well as the accessories driven by it. The balancer is a composite device made up of metal and rubber parts. Rubber is […]