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How to

Find the Chassis and Engine Number

The chassis number is the last six digits of your car’s Vehicle Identification Numbers (VIN), so you need to find the VIN to determine the chassis number. Cars and motorcycles list the VIN in different places, so where...

Quick and Easy Steps to Reset the Maintenance Required Light

Get rid of the maintenance required light with ease using this simple guide Unlike a lot of things in your car, the maintenance required light doesn’t automatically shut off once you’ve completed an oil change or ot...

How to Set and Use a Torque Wrench

Secure nuts and bolts without over-tightening using this simple tool Are you worried about damaging nuts and bolts when you’re tightening them? Rather than guessing when to stop tightening, a torque wrench is the per...

Find Your Paint Code On Your Car Fast

You can easily cover scratches or spots on your vehicle by touching them up with your car’s original paint color. Finding an exact match for your paint color is the only way to ensure your touch-ups blend in seamlessly...

Where Do You Find a Car's VIN?

Expert-approved guidance on locating vehicle identification numbers A Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is like your car’s fingerprint. Every car has a unique number that identifies it, and you can use a car’s VIN ...

How to

Install a Front License Plate

Some states require front license plates, but not all vehicle makes and models have front license plate brackets. If you do have a front bracket, just screw your license plate onto it. If you don’t, there are still eas...

How to

Reset a Factory Car Alarm

Although helpful, car alarms often seem like more of a nuisance than an aid. They go off unpredictably, refuse to turn off, and startle the entire neighborhood. Because the safety of your vehicle is important, you can le...

How to Fix Your Vehicle's Blind Spot Monitoring System

Keep your blind spot covered with this straightforward guide Modern vehicles are equipped with side detection systems, which automatically warn you when another vehicle, a cyclist, or a pedestrian enters your blind spots...

How to

Get a Tire Off a Rim

You do not need an expensive tire removal machine or lots of mechanical knowledge to replace an old tire. Remove any tire by prying it loose from the rim with a few tools. Save money and take off any tire in a pinch with...

How to

Remove a License Plate

At some point in the life of your car you may need to take off the license plates to replace them with new ones. Depending on the state of the bolts that are holding them on, this can be a breeze or a bit of a technical ...

Common Problems with Car Acceleration & How to Fix Them

Car having a hard time accelerating? Find out what fixes you can do right now Does your vehicle take longer than usual to get up to cruising speed? Acceleration issues have a lot of potential causes, and it’s importan...

How to Fix a Clogged Catalytic Converter with or without Removing It

Signs your catalytic converter is backed up and how to solve the issue Engine not working efficiently? Rotten egg odors when you drive? Your catalytic converter normally filters out harmful fumes and keeps the engine ru...

How to

Bleed Power Steering

If air gets into your power steering lines—perhaps from working on your vehicle, replacing a part, or due to a minor leak—you might hear a growling noise and find the steering wheel harder to turn than usual. Bleedin...

How to

Find the Paint Color Code on Ford Vehicles

Auto manufacturers assign specific codes to their vehicles' exterior paint colors. If your Ford needs a touch-up or a new paint job, finding the paint color code in your vehicle can help you purchase the right kind of pa...

How to

Start a Car in Freezing Cold Winter Weather

Freezing cold weather can take a toll on car batteries. That's why it's important to be prepared for the winter season and the car trouble that might ensue. Read after the jump to learn what to do when your car won't sta...

How to

Locate Motor Vehicle by VIN Number

A Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is like a fingerprint: each vehicle has its own unique number. If your vehicle has been stolen, you can find it by running a vehicle history report. Because finding a stolen vehicle ...

How to

Transfer a License Plate

If you’re planning to sell an older vehicle and replace it with a new one, you can transfer the license plates to your new vehicle. To do this, both vehicles must be registered in your name and both must have the same ...

How to

Check a Tachometer

If something seems off with the gauges on your car, motorcycle, or boat, checking the tachometer, which measures the engine's revolutions per minute, is a great first step. This wikiHow article will walk you through read...

How to

Replace Car Keys

You never realize how valuable your car keys really are until you lose them or they stop working. They’re your ticket to mobility and if they aren’t around, you’re stuck. Luckily if you find yourself in a bind ther...

How to Restore Foggy Headlights Using Toothpaste

Get your headlights shining & protect them from yellowing Over time, the sun’s harsh rays cause plastic headlights to oxidize and develop a yellow, foggy film. This hazy coating prevents your headlights from shining br...