DIY & Repairs

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How to Install Neon Lights

Obtain your under car neon light kit, all the tools, and other supplies you will need for the installation., Disconnect...

18 steps 3 min Advanced
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How to Fix a Broken Car Horn

Determine the problem with your horn., Pop the hood and have someone press the horn if it is sounding at low volume...

12 steps 2 min Medium
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How to Fix a Car That Doesn't Start

Listen the vehicle when you try to start it., Check the battery terminals., Test the battery., Attempt to jump start...

5 steps 3 min Medium
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How to Fix a Car That Stalls

Consider the complexity of your car before beginning and take your car to a trusted repair shop., Check for check...

13 steps 4 min Advanced
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How to Fix a Leaky Sunroof

Clean the sunroof trough, located just inside the rubber seal., Locate the sunroof drain tubes., Blast compressed air...

4 steps 1 min Easy
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How to Fix the Alignment on a Car

Check your tire pressure., Check your specifications., Check the front end suspension., Determine the proper toe., Draw...

18 steps 7 min Advanced
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How to Fix a Power Steering Hose Leak

Take a look at your power steering to figure out what you’re working with., Check to see if you have “rack and pinion”...

5 steps 3 min Medium
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How to Fix a Locked Steering Wheel

Insert the key into the ignition., Turn the key gently., Apply pressure to the steering wheel., Do not shake or rock...

6 steps 3 min Medium
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How to Install a Boat Captain's Seat

Turn the boat seat upside down., If you buy a seat package with a new pedestal, mount the pedestal to the bolt., Set...

5 steps 1 min Medium
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How to Get Into Auto Repair

Conduct some research on the auto repair trade to initially determine if you may want to specialize within a particular...

13 steps 2 min Medium
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How to Install a Speedometer

Read your vehicle's owner's manual., Find an appropriate speedometer., Gather the necessary tools., Disconnect your...

15 steps 6 min Advanced
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How to Install Subframe Connectors

Check the structural components of the car for rust., Disassemble your interior., Lift the car., Move the fuel line and...

4 steps 1 min Medium
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How to Install a Steering Column

Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait at least 15 or 20 minutes before working on it.,Remove the plastic trim...

19 steps 2 min Advanced
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How to Fix a Broken Bicycle Chain

Take a picture, draw out, or memorize how the chain is currently attached., Shift the bike into the middle gears in...

16 steps 4 min Advanced
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How to Fix Brakes on a Bike

Check the brake pads., Check the cables., Make sure the caliper moves when the cable pulls on it., Watch the caliper to...

4 steps 2 min Medium
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How to Fix a Slipped Bike Chain

Turn the bike upside down or hang it from a bike stand., Note what gear the bike is in., Push the rear derailleur arm...

5 steps 2 min Medium
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How to Fix Stuck Bicycle Brakes

Make sure that the brake pads aren't worn down., Check for a lip on the brake pad., Lubricate the lever pivots.

3 steps 2 min Easy
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How to Install Foam Bicycle Tires

Let the air out of the pneumatic tire., Insert a tire iron, or any tool with a slender handle and no sharp edges, under...

12 steps 2 min Medium

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