The Rochester carburetor float is contained inside the carburetor itself, so the top of the carburetor must first be removed in order to make any adjustments. If the float level is too high, fuel mileage suffers. If it is too low, performance is poor. Another common problem is the float becomes satu

Saab became notorious for the use of turbochargers in the 1980s, and upheld its tradition of using turbocharged engines in 1995 with two vehicles: the 2.0-liter Saab 900 turbo and the 2.3-liter Saab 9000 turbo. The only thing these turbo models lack is the signature "whoosh" of an aftermarket turbo

All Chevrolet Camaros have offered power windows since the introduction of the 1982 F-body Z28. Each door houses one motor powering the lift and drop of one window. The motor operates a driveshaft with a gear attached, rotating clockwise and then counterclockwise. The gear is attached to a long scre

The idea of a frozen car lock is hard to imagine for people who live in warmer climates, but it's a common problem in colder regions. Water gets into the lock, often from the key itself. The ice freezes, preventing the lock mechanism from moving. In severe cases, the ice can keep you from...

There is a whole series of things that have to happen inside a car for it to start and run properly, and the Honda Accord is no exception to this. Before the wheels start turning, pistons have to start firing within the engine. For that to happen, a functioning spark plug has to be in place and conn

The Chevrolet Cavalier is a compact car produced by General Motors from 1982 to 2005. Offered in numerous body styles, including sedan, coupe, wagon and convertible, the Cavalier offered several engine choices, including a 2.2-liter I-4 engine during its final years of production.

The Ford F-series of pickup trucks has been on the road for more than 60 years. The F-150 is one of the most popular in the series. Like any vehicle, malfunctions can cause it to fail to start at times. Some known problems also affected the 1997 F-150's ability to run properly. The diagnosis of thes

When your tires wear down, the tread on them wears down, too. Tire tread is an often overlooked problem, but driving on tires with barely any tread can lead to a accident. According to tirerack.com, most states require that tires be replaced when the tread is worn to 2/32-inches deep. You can use a

Broken stud bolts on automobiles or motorcycle engines can be a chore and raise panic in the most sane individual. Studs can be found on cylinder heads, throttle bodies, carburetor base plates and intake and exhaust manifold mounting surfaces. Usually designed for the life of the engine, stud bolts

Drive chains on ATVs, just like drive chains on other vehicles, eventually become stretched and worn, and thus must be replaced. The process, however, is quite simple and requires only basic, common tools. Nearly anyone can remove, replace, and readjust an ATV drive chain.

The 1995 Honda Accord uses four spark plugs. Spark plugs should be replaced according to the manufacturer's recommended maintenance schedule. Honda recommends that the spark plugs in a 1995 Honda Accord should be replaced every two years or 30,000 miles, whichever comes first. Use care when replacin

The 1999 Ford F-250 has large brake pads, caliper and rotors. The bigger-than-normal brake components are necessary to safely stop the large truck, along with the full payload capacity that adds to the truck's momentum when driving. Every time the F-250 stops, a small amount of friction material abr

The key cylinder on your 1991 Chevrolet pickup is an essential component that allows you to start the engine in your vehicle. The key cylinder is located at the lower end of the steering column. This part should be replaced if you begin to have trouble inserting or turning the ignition key. A replac

Over time, your car's paint may begin to fade and lose its shine and luster. Harsh environmental conditions and prolonged exposure to sunlight are the two main culprits. Automobile paint begins to fade over time due to oxidation. Paint oxidizes when exposure to the elements removes moisture from the

Mag car wheels are attractive, but the wheels do attract dirt and dust from the air as well as asphalt and debris from the roads the wheels travel on. Over time, asphalt and debris builds up on the mag wheels and can cause the wheels to discolor and rust. Each time you clean your car, clean your car

The Honda Civic 2001 maintenance manual calls for a drain and fill--not a transmission--flush. You can still flush the transmission fluid, but you will not be able to do it the way a professional car shop would because the shop has a transmission flush machine. You will have to flush the radiator on

Typically, a Ford F150's gear shift lever does not come loose very easily. Still, there are ways it can happen. If you removed the lever previously, as part of transmission repairs, you may have not reinstalled it tight enough. This is likely to be the most common cause. Also, the lever could also l

Outboard motors are not something you just pick up and set on the back of your boat. A 40-horsepower motor from Evinrude or Mercury weighs at least 500 lbs. Not only do you have to lift the motor high enough to set it on the boat, you have to hold it up just a little bit while you insert the bolts t

The powerful 4.6-liter 275-horsepower engine in your 1998 Lincoln Continental needs a radiator operating under the best conditions to remove coolant heat as needed and maintain the proper engine operating temperature. Rust and buildup in the radiator coolant passages slow coolant flow and cooling ef

The Ford F-series of trucks are advertised as the toughest on the road. However, parts like brakes will wear down, especially if you drive them tough. If a brake caliper has any leaks or damaged boots, you must install a new brake caliper.