Auto repair guide
The 5.3L V8 Vortec 5300 is considered an engine that is extremely reliable. In fact, many vehicle owners with the engine report having the engine run with minimal issues up to 220k miles. Additionally, the engine blocks are very durable also. Is the 5.3 EcoTec3 a good engine? To summarize, the 5.3-liter EcoTec3 V8 is …
How do you reset the service engine soon light on a Mini Cooper? If you need to reset service light, follow these steps: Insert key and move your key to position again. Hold and push trip button. When it asks if you want to reset the service, choose yes. Wait a few moments as the …
Safety glass is used in all automobile glass. It’s manufactured to reduce the likelihood of injury, if it breaks. Windshields are made from a lamination process, and the windshield glass in your car is made of laminated glass, which is designed to offer the highest levels of safety in the event of a crash. Are …
Capacitors are usually the most effective way to suppress motor noise, and as such we recommend you always solder at least one capacitor across your motor terminals. Typically you will want to use anywhere from one to three 0.1 µF ceramic capacitors, soldered as close to the motor casing as possible. How do you make …
How heavy is a 350 engine block? Dart Machinery Iron Eagle Model PN 31121212 (0.391-inch raised cam and 0.800-inch spread pan rail versus stock 350 Chevy Deck Height 9.020 inch Deck Thickness at Thinnest Point 0.488 inch Maximum Recommended Horsepower Dart wouldn’t give us a number, but assume 1,000-plus Weight 195 pounds How much does …
The Ford C6 automatic transmission is a great example of this in the automotive world because it’s also the foundation of newer automatics in Ford trucks. … Adding overdrive to a C6 is physically impossible, but the 4R100 can donate its forward planetary gear set for shorter first and second gear ratios. Is the Ford …
Your AC system is low on refrigerant. Since the AC compressor is driven by the engine, it doesn’t pump as much refrigerant when you’re at a stop or driving slowly. If the system is low on refrigerant, it will show up as AC blows warm at idle and blows colder when the engine is running …
For alkaline batteries, a mild household acid solution can be effective. Mix vinegar and lemon juice and swab that onto the battery and/or spill with a cotton swab, which will neutralize the acid. How do you neutralize car battery acid? Cover the battery terminals and other corroded areas with a coat of baking soda. Then …
The free-piston Stirling Engine (FPSE) replaces the crankshaft with an interior spring system attached to the respective displacer and working piston. By this way, there are no driving mechanisms and the pistons motion is only based on the variation of the working gas pressure. What is free piston Stirling engine? Free Piston Resonance Stirling Engine …
Insufficient transmission fluid levels due to leaks in the system. Slipping or otherwise malfunctioning transmission. Malfunctioning transmission high pressure pump. How do you fix low transmission pressure? What Repairs Will Fix P0868? Change the transmission fluid and filter. Repair transmission fluid leaks. Repair or replace damaged wiring and sensors on the transmission wiring harness. Replace …