Saturn Ion Windshield Wiper Linkage / Wiper Transmission Repair / How to replace Broken Saturn Ion Wiper Transmission

It has become apparent to us recently that the Saturn Ion has a rather large engineering flaw. The critically important Windshield Wiper Transmission (The linkage assembly which connects the wiper motor to the wiper blade arms) has a flaw which in my opinion should have never been allowed to happen in the first place. One […]

Coil Spring Conversion Instructions: Grand Marquis, Town Car, Crown Victoria

Coil Spring Conversion Instructions
Mercury Grand Marquis:  1992 – 2007
Ford Crown Victoria:  1992 – 2007
Lincoln Town Car:  1990 – 2005

Caution! : Working with coil springs can be dangerous. Read and understand these instructions completely before beginning work on the vehicle. Removing original air bags:
1)      Turn off Air suspension switch inside the trunk of the vehicle.
2)      Jack […]

Coil Spring Conversion Kit Installation Instructions, Chevrolet Trailblazer 2002 – 2009

Coil Spring Conversion Kit Installation Instructions
Chevrolet Trailblazer 2002 – 2009
GMC Envoy 2002 - 2009
Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT 2002 – 2006
GMC Envoy ESV 2002 - 2006

CAUTION: Working with coil springs can be dangerous, Follow all instructions carefully. Use EXTREME caution when working around compressed coil springs. If you do not feel comfortable handling this job, we […]

Identifying F150 regular cab, super cab, crew cab

The 2004 -2008 Ford F150 had 3 major variations of cab styles, and the labeling can become confusing. This is a short post to help identify exactly which model F150 you have. This information is critical when ordering power window regulators, and I have included links below each picture for the correct regulator depending on […]

A basic description of Automotive AC Systems and how they work

Automotive AC systems can be intimidating if you are to jump in headfirst without a little background on exactly what is happening inside the system.  I am writing this article to give some insight into the workings of your car’s AC system, and hopefully allow you to properly diagnose and repair your own AC system. […]

Dodge Durango and Dakota Intermediate Steering Shaft Failure

The Dodge Durango and Dakota are both durable and popular trucks, however, like any vehicle these days, they are prone to their own common failure points. One of the more common issues popping up on the 1997 1998 1999 and 2000 Dakota and Durango is the failure of the intermediate steering shaft. The original steering shafts […]

Jeep Grand Cherokee Repeated Cooling fan relay failures

If you have a late model Jeep Grand Cherokee, chances are your cooling fan relay has failed on you at least once by now. If It has not, then you have been lucky so far. Jeep engineers for some reason decided to use a solid-state relay, rather than a tried and trusted conventional mechanical relay.
If […]

Important information for AC Compressor Replacement

If you’ve had an AC Compressor fail on you, Murphy’s law states that it likely happened in the heat of the summer. Therefore you most likely want to get it fixed as soon as humanly possible. But WAIT! There are some critical steps to replacing your AC compressor that absolutely cannot be ignored.
                If […]

Taking the mystery out of Oxygen Sensors.

Many automobile owners and enthusiasts have heard of oxygen sensors, and know that their car has one or more of them. But how many people really understand their purpose and importance to the vehicle’s engine? 

New Oxygen Sensor
 
Modern fuel injected engines depend on a large number of factors to keep the engine running smooth and efficient.  One of […]

Transfer Case Switch Leaking Causing Oil To Get Sucked Into Vaccum Lines

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