Found this how to change cabin air filter video by AutoMD’s car repair expert Barbara Terry. Seems easy to do since it’s pretty detailed. The right auto parts, safety gear, and step-by-step procedure in changing cabin air filter—Barbara has taken care of all the proper information one needs to get the job done right.
So next time, people, you no longer need to call your mechanic and ask how to change cabin air filter, just drop by here. =D
Now once you already have everything that you need to turn your license plate into the latest road exhibit, the next step for you to do is to replace your old and worn tag. Think you can do it on your own without Dad’s help?
Actually, license plate installation is just a pretty quick process. Just imagine tinkering with your Tamia… And yep, try following these ten steps:
1.Prepare your tools: license plate, license plate stickers, (license plate frame, license plate cover—if you have them), flat-head or Phillips screwdrivers, and screws.
2.Position yourself at the front or back of your vehicle, specifically at the center of the bumper.
3.Grab the necessary screwdriver to remove the screws on your old license plate.
4.Set aside your old license plate and screws.
5.If you find the screws still functional (meaning, not rusty or damaged), keep them within your reach, but somewhere safe, to use with your new license plate. Otherwise, invest in new tamper-proof, vandal-resistant screws, or even a license plate security screw kit to provide more protection for your license plate.
6.Put the registration stickers on the new license plate’s spots designated by your state. Check if the license plate comes with instructions on the stickers’ locations.
7.If you’ll use an old or new license plate frame with your new license plate, better fit the plate in the frame first before screwing the plate to your vehicle.
8.Attach the license plate together with the frame and cover by aligning the holes on the plate and the cover with those on the bumper.
9.Place the screws one at a time on the license plate’s and cover’s holes and tighten them with your screwdriver.
10.Make sure your license plate with cover is firmly secured.
Protection and style are the two things why your vehicle has a grille. However, there is a little known fact about the grille and that’s it’s responsible for letting air through the radiator. Now that’s a huge plus, especially when it comes to the engine cooling system of your hot rod.
Basically, the air that gets through the radiator is used to make sure the engine is cooled at all times. Aside from that, the grille is meant to protect the radiator with its tough tubular construction. Unfortunately, the location of the grille makes it a huge target when you’re out there on the road. That means, it becomes damaged more frequently compared to other parts.
On the other hand, when you’re about to install a grille, but you don’t know any professional mechanics to do it for you. Here are some tips that can help you mount your new grille all by yourself.
The easiest kind of grill to install is that of the billet and chromed variety. However, despite of how people advertise it as simply a snap-on part, that’s not necessarily the case.
In order to install it, you need to access the back portion of your stock grille. You have to pull out the retaining clips, in order to remove it from its position.
Basically, the replacement grille has several brackets that you should use during the entire installation process.
Always remember to hold the replacement grille and install the brackets.
Next, tighten the whole assembly using your screwdriver.
Now you’re done and you’re on your way to using the new grille.
However, you should be able to give your new grille enough attention so it won’t deteriorate easily. That means you should apply a protectant once in a while to make sure that its sleek and shiny always.
Headlights are big and easy to spot. Aside from that, they’re also considered as the most important member of the illuminating device family of your car. However, it gets busted once in a while and the first and only thing that you should do to remedy the problem is to replace it. Here are some tips on how to do replace a burned-out headlight like a professional:
To know which bulb needs some fixing, you should turn on all the headlights first. Also, you need to know which kind of light bulb your auto uses so you know what kind of replacement you need.
Remember to buy from an online store that offers you high-quality, without being too expensive.
The first step in the installation of a new light bulb is the opening of the hood. When you’ve done that, find the wires that connect to the headlight.
After which, twist the black plastic ring that you will find at the back of the headlight. This motion allows for the release of the bulb.
Next, you should be able to pull out the bulb and unplug it as well.
After that, you should twist the black plastic ring. When you’re done with it, you can now test your brand new headlight.
On the other hand, when you’re replacing the entire headlight assembly, the procedures differ a little bit.
First, you should be able to loosen the screws that bind the headlight to the metal frame.
Be sure that the screws are placed in a secured spot so you can find them easily
Remove the headlight and unplug it
Attach the new headlight to the headlight assembly
Put the screws back on
There you go, you’re ready to use your new headlight, which will surely help you drive safely wherever you are.
The first part of your ride that will really get hard during collisions is the bumper. The truth is: these plastic or metal cushions are really built for one purpose and that’s to protect you and your vehicle during tight situations. Bumpers do look simple, but they do come in handy when things get a little bit rough on the road. If you’re old automobile’s bumpers have seen better years, then it’s time to replace them and here’s how:
Study the new bumper and look for screws, bolts, and clips. Remove these small pieces and place them securely in a place where you can easily retrieve them when you’re about to set up your new bumpers.
Make sure that the new bumper fits the spot where it should be placed.
If you’re sure that there’s not going to be any problems with the fitting, then you can proceed to number 4.
In most cases, the replacement bumper fits the same as that of the one it replaced. When you’re sure that it can be placed where it should be, be extra cautious during the drilling process. Make sure that the holes that you made will be able to ensure a great fit.
When you’ve already put the replacement bumper in place, shaving or filling is required, because some areas are made with more material to lessen the risk of damage. Also, when your vehicle has been damaged in the past, it may require some sanding, cutting, and even filling.
Now that you’re sure of where to put it, be precise and start drilling the holes.
After all the holes have been drilled, make sure that you are able to prep the whole bumper assembly for painting. The material that makes the bumper is the one that determines what kind of paint that you’ll use for it.
The painting process can already be done by a professional, but if you’re really bent on doing everything on your own, then just make sure that you won’t forget the clear coating.
