August 12, 2010
Air Conditioning, Chevrolet, noises
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Summary: Car repair tips article related to loud clicking or popping noise in the dash of a 2007 Chevrolet Impala SS with dual climate control. Article covers how to quickly troubleshoot and pinpoint the noise. Included are basic instructions and tools required to repair this particular problem.
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August 11, 2010
Check Engine Light, Honda, How To Auto Repair
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2006 Honda Accord Check Eng P0141 Heater circuit fault B1 S2
Summary: Auto repair article with information on the Honda Accord check engine light with a fault code of Po441 or P0135. Code definition and location of sensor when this code is stored in the vehicles computer. Car repair tips including how to access electrical plug for oxygen sensor past catalytic converter and which type of specialty is used for the sensor.
August 8, 2010
Automotive Repair Writer
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Writing about auto repairs can be mutually beneficial – write about what you know.
Summary: DenLors Auto Blog is looking for good automotive professionals that want to blog. We want auto techs that may be working full time or are currently answering questions on-line for Just Answer, Expert Car Advice or for forums. Enjoy sharing your knowledge and making a little extra money? This could be for you. Our readers have all different skill levels related to car repairs – therefore, writers are required to write in clear easy to understand terms.
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August 7, 2010
How To Auto Repair, fuel pump
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Summary: Automotive repair article covering a common problem related to Nissan Pathfinders and Xterras fuel gauge reading erratically. A check engine light may also be scanned with an OBD II code reader or scan tool related to a fault detected in the fuel gauge circuit (P0643 po463). Suggestions on how to diagnose, troubleshoot and save money on the repair. Repair article mentions tools used and has images.
August 2, 2010
Automotive Consumer, DIY, How To Auto Repair
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Summary: Expert Car Advice creator, Jeff Brown answers questions about his automotive repair answer site. ExpertCarAdvice.com is an alternative to JustAnswer.com and other answer websites designed to help provide information to the customer with automotive repair information in a timely manner. Many car owners are searching for repair information on-line everyday. The challenge is finding reliable information provided by an expert – as opposed to getting just another opinion from someone on-line that may not be qualified to give such advice. Finding correct information at a minimal price that leads to the car owner being successful in repairing their own car can potentially save them hundreds of dollars. Thanks to Jeff for answering emails over the past weekend to make this post possible.
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July 31, 2010
Honda, How To Auto Repair
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Summary: This auto repair blog covers 1996-2001 first generation Honda CR V’s which are making unwanted noises. Suggestions on what to look for when experiencing noises like thumping, grinding, rattling, clanking etc. Diagnosing the source of unusual noises coming from any vehicle can be very frustrating – knowing some of the common issues can help to make short work of troubleshooting the problem.
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July 24, 2010
Automotive Specialty Tools, Head Gasket Replacement, How To Auto Repair
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Some head gasket sets come with replacement headbolts included automatically.
Summary: This automotive tech article is on TTY (Torque to Yield) head bolts. Headbolts that stretch require different tools, procedures and precautions compared to using conventional bolts. Improper procedures can result in bolt breakage and head gasket failure. Suggestions in this article help to insure the repair is done correctly the FIRST time.
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June 27, 2010
Automotive Shop Tools, Automotive Specialty Tools, What's New?
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The IR Ingersoll Rand Hammerhead impact tool at a recent trade show.
Summary: Ingersoll Rand introduced their newest air tool at a recent trade show in Orlando Florida. The new tool is an angled air tool with advantages of an air ratchet and the power of an impact gun. It has a 90 degree angle to fit in tight areas that a conventional impact gun will not access. The image above is of me trying out this monster at Ingersoll’s award winning booth in Orlando Florida on June 26, 2010. Read on for my tool review and more information on this new product.
June 27, 2010
Air Conditioning, DIY, How To Auto Repair
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DIY’s can possibly prolong the life of their AC with some guidance
Summary: One of our most common questions about air conditioning has to do with “how to charge a car’s ac.” In this auto repair blog, we cover the do’s and dont’s of DIY car AC refrigerant charging. We have suggestions on how to fill a car’s air conditioning system if doing it yourself. We caution DIY’s of the dangers and the possibility of over-charging a car’s air conditioner. Questions and answers covering AC gauge sets, charging kits, troubleshooting, refrigerant, leaks and much more. Basic step by step directions are provided.
June 14, 2010
Auto Technician / Mechanic, Automotive Consumer, How To Auto Repair
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1999 4.0 Jaguar XJ8
Summary: Jaguar XJ-8 no start problem. One of the most common causes of a no start condition in one of these Jags is a bad fuel pump. Where’s the fuel pump you ask? See the entire repair blog, included is a picture of the fuel tank. The pump is located inside.
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