DIY Repair Guides
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How To Replace Your Engine Air Filter: A Complete Guide
How To Replace Your Engine Air Filter DIY Difficulty Level: Beginner Time Required: 5 to 15 minutes Tools & Materials: A new air filter Cost: $18-$22 (A mechanic will charge $53-$71) Step 1: Buy a new engine air filter The cost to replace an engine air filter is relatively cheap, normally under $20, and they’re […]
Car Temperature Warning Light: Is Your Car Overheating?
What Does It Mean When The Car Temperature Light Turns On? The engine temperature light means your engine is overheating. Not every car uses this symbol. Some cars just have a text warning that says “TEMP” or a description of what is happening. This is a very serious warning and you should stop driving immediately. […]
Oxygen Sensors (O2 Sensors): How They Work & What They Do
What Do O2 Sensors Do? 02 sensors measure the amount of oxygen in the exhaust and report the level to your vehicle’s computer. There are O2 sensors before and after the catalytic converter. The upstream O2 sensor controls how much fuel is added to the air/fuel mixture. The downstream O2 sensor makes sure the catalytic […]
What Is The Catalytic Converter?
What Is A Catalytic Converter? A catalytic converter is a part of your car’s exhaust system. Its job is to remove the harmful pollutants from your exhaust before the exhaust leaves your muffler. All gasoline cars built after 1974 are required to have a catalytic converter. Catalytic converters reduce pollution and make the air safer […]
The Ultimate Guide to Car Maintenance for Beginners
Don’t know much about basic car maintenance? FIXD has you covered! Whether you’re looking to keep your car on the road for years to come or just keep it in great condition to maximize resale value, proper car maintenance is key. On average, Americans now keep their cars for a little over 12 years. Meanwhile, […]
Practical Guide on How to Tint Your Car’s Windows
Tinting Windows Is an Advanced Task for DIYers. Here’s How to Tint Your Car Windows at Home. DIY Difficulty Level: Advanced Time Required: 3-4 hours Tools & Materials: Tint film Soapy water Spray bottle Lint-free cleaning cloth Squeegee Heat gun/blow dryer Razor knife Scraper blade/hard card What Is Window Tint? Window tinting is applying a […]
How To Make Tires Last Longer
Tires are one of the most expensive car components to replace, but driving with worn-out tires is not an option for both safety and legal reasons. New tires should have a tread depth of between 10/32 to 11/32 inches or 8 to 9 millimeters. As with many other car components, tires are subjected to rigorous daily […]
How to Get a Better Throttle Response
Improving Throttle Response Is an Intermediate Level Modification for Most DIYers. Here’s Everything You Need to Know to Improve Your Throttle Response at Home. DIY Difficulty Level: Intermediate Time Required: A few hours Tools & Materials: Air filter Cold air intake Throttle body spacer Exhaust system Spark plugs and wires Tool kit What Is Throttle Response? […]
How to Tell Tire Size
From normal-sized passenger car tires to oversized tires found trail-ready off-road SUVs, all tires have specific information printed on the sidewall of the tire. Knowing where to find this information (and deciphering what it all means) will be helpful when it comes time to replace your old tires or upgrade to better tires. Keep reading […]
