Auto Body and Interiors

Wet Car Floor Your coffee holder isn't holding your coffee? :-) If it doesn't smell like antifreeze (heatercore leak) ...

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This will depend on what type of leather you have. In cars it is generally pigmented leather. If the ink is on a pigmented...

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Remove all foreign material, i.e., rust, paint, etc. Apply bondo to clean, rough metal only. Make sure metal is roughened to...

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If you can get at them with a drill buy an easyout which is like a drill bit but the threads are backwards. The size of the bolts...

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call an automotive recycling yard and ask the price on a used part. You should be able to change it your self. Next time you use...

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Check ebay and you should able to see a picture of one. I'm not a bodyman, but I believe a clip consists of the two front...

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How are the hinges? If the door drops down when opened, then the hinges are worn out. If the hinges are fine, then adjustment to...

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remove the interior door panel. you will see a metal rod connecting your interior and exterior door handles. most of the time the...

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First you need to get the right tools for the job and the right parts to fix the problem. There is a hinge pin in both the upper...

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We have a fix for this problem that anyone can do - includes testimonials! http://www.findonefindall.com/toyota-sienna/index.htm...

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You're kidding right? Even pros have a tough time doing this-killing the rust- and at the same time, trying to get paint mixes to...

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It's easy. To remove the shift knob, grasp it firmly and twist it counter-clockwise, like you would the top on a bottle. That's...

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Once a headliner starts drooping there is nothing you can do to fix it. You can temporarily find solution though. I put thumb...

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Usually you need to purchase a pronged interior tool at your local parts store.........it will look like a twoheaded screwdriver....

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I have never been able to-mostly because I've always had to disconnet wires and they seem to be behind everything! I do not...

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A professional can ususally sew the tears and make the repair indetectable. Otherwise, get some waterproof canvas, and get out...

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Not sure what type of vehicle you have, so its a little tough to tell you how to fix it exactly...with that said, I would be...

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They screw off from the backside.

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Possible remedy Try ebay 1st , then got to certifit.com

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How to remove seats the front seats in most cars are simply bolted down to the floor. You just need a socket and ratchet to...

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Sounds like the latch on the inside of the door is broke.

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I did two of these jobs last month.The replacement shocks I got just bolted on very much like the originals on the top side and...

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drain for the air conditioner heater case could be stopped up,or a heater core leaking...hope this helps!!!!

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Open fuel door loosen the screws,bolts or torx door will come off. Put new one on tighten back up.

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I have found the best solvent for removing dried oil based paint is CONTACT CEMENT CLEANER/REMOVER. As always, check first on an...

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Bondo is the industry standard.

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Check for screws inside cubby holes,under the light cover, or a hidden snap on cover enclosing the screws.

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Lubrication. Answer check the to see if the door is twisted

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I've been told that if you disconnect the battery terminals 24 hrs. When you reconnect them it is supposed to reset the the...

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"I had the same probelm with my 92' Voyager, the only thing I could do was to strip the cable's casing until you see the release...

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Please let us know VW model and model year. Regards Bo

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www.sunvisordepot.com Answer Go to a salvage yard and find the right one and screw it in.

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I would try to use small tack welds all the way around the latch if I had to weld it...but my advice is to hold the fuel door in...

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Steam Cleaner You can also try a product called "Folex". I bought it at Lowe's for only $5.00 for 32 ounces. You spray it on,...

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Sounds like a faulty switch or wiring. You may have a limit switch in the lifting/lowering mechanism, a faulty switch on your...

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If your car is a Ford Taurus or Sabel there is a known defect... There is a technical service bulletin for water leaks on the...

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Buy a new plastic hinge Volvo part number 31265160.

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You can try glue, but you're much better off using a special adhesive. Some are spray, some are painted on. Places such as...

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It depends on how badly. Some body shops have equipment for straightening bent frames. If the metal has actually buckled, the...

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There is a special glue that they sell for it at autoparts stores.

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you can realing a car doorby removing the door form the body of the car. then have two friends hold the door up to where you want...

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First disconnect the connectors under the seat. Remove the 3 bolts (Front Left, Front Right, Rear Right). Remove the nut from the...

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Yes, Its very difficult and rather expensive.

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Rust proofing your car is easy Rust proofing your car is easy with the right products. Rust Encapsulator seals the...

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Your lock is broke, It was probably forced up or down while in its locked position and it detached. It's also possible for the...

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I HAVE POWER SEAT PROBLEM ON 1997 PONTIAC TRANSPORT MINIVAN. I MANAGED TO ISOLATE THE PROBLEM TO THE GROUND SYSTEM BY...

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First, check the fuse. Also, check the relays ,and possibly the switches on the doors .

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I assume that the best method is to inject some type of adhesive between the moulding and the wheel such as silicone or what else...

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A phone book

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You need to be more specific. As each vehicle is different. What year, make, and model are you asking information for?

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You Can't Crap answer above, You can use a variety of polishing compounds to buff our minor, small and surface scratches in...

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sandblast and paint or weld in new sheetmetal then paint

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The most common cause of this problem is this: The handle that you pull on to move the seat usually has a couple of small wires...

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Leather Interiors Yes, most automobile leater interiors are real. Here is more input and advice: If the sticker says "leather...

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There are absolutely no body parts that interchange with a 1991 mustang and 1991 cougar. The mustang is a fox body chassis and...

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Why are there windshield wipers inside the car?

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Probably not too much damage, but I always like to be sure, so you can take your car to any local shop and have them check for...

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It usually means that the frame was bent during the collision.

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This can be fun. Get a strong magnet and a couple of dental picks. Spray the inside of the tumblers with WD40 to free things up....

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sounds like the release mechanism is sticking, try spaing WD-40 in the latch where the door closes .

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Mixing paint Talk to the people at the paint store for better advise but choose a reducer that matches your paint and...

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Removing front power seats from my 1998 Grand Cherokee Larado proved to be rather easy. Simply move the seat all the way forward...

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I recommend first trying to buff it out with a power buffer, but if that doesn't work there is another option. There is a paint...

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should be 4 bolts on bottom of seat

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Check Z-bart and maybe camper repair shop, they carry windows of the same size and shape, they got to have the sealers !

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visually identify uv glass Bring a uv/blacklight... its not hard to tell whether or not the light is being blocked. You might...

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It depends on the door and the car. Some use specially designed shims, others slide and are adjusted by loosening the mounting...

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Most trim is held on with double sided tape. Clean the old adhesive off the the back of the molding and the area of the car where...

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Make sure your door isnt hitting on the front fender pieces as it is going in as you open it. If it is try loosening the bolts...

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quit blaming the door...it's your fault.. read up on it...a manual is best you should be able to find a shop manual at the...

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Heater Core for sure. Get this replaced and you will have no more problems.

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Automobile frames are repaired and welded all the time, it's not illegal. Sometimes this job is best left to the professionals...

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JUNKYARD

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black is really a cool color to spend your money only when you can take care of it like your baby. yes it means, that it demand...

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It can be if you are good at it. There is a lack of good body shops around. Many of them around where I live are backlogged for...

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there is dye that can be placed in a sprayer and mixed with water. It will show up with a black and give you an idea of where the...

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Permatex / Vinyl Leather Repair Kit and also use some of this,,,Permatex / Px Weathrstrp Ad Bl . Both can be found at auto zone...

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Hard to say as to what will work 100%, but I use silicone spray, after cleaning it. I assume that you mean the spongy barrier...

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Many come out by lifting on them while opened. If this doesn't work for you, please re-ask the question and specify what vehicle...

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sounds like a bad door latch mechanism.

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Most cars now are unitized constuction and only have engine cradles.But these and full frames can be purchased at used auto parts...

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Try Paragongifts.com

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everyone should have a manual for their vehicle, and a professional shop manual should be available at the library in the...

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Call a local locksmith and ask them what it would cost to change just the lock cylinders. You would then get new keys but your...

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I assume it is a GM car..I have several Cadillacs and they have all done this ... You have to remove the door panel (not very...

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Simple Move the toggle switch to control the left or right mirror from its center position, then use the multi directional...

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I am assuming you are referring to the outside temperature sensor. This sensor IS affected by wind, but not in the way you...

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Call your local salvage yard and have them cross referance it also I know that the pontiac sunfire will fit not sure what else...

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Epoxy adhesives are good, but there isn't really anything that will hold metal together as well as welding. I used JB weld...

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If its a manual. All you have to do is pull it straight off (gotta pull really hard). But when you do, make sure you don't smack...

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remove the odour 1. cut a couple of onions, place them in the car and leave it closed for a few hours. 2. Keeping charcoal...

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My neighbor says he uses Turtle Wax Bug and Tar Remover and gets very good results. Personally, I spray a little water/dish...

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after doing some research, I answered my own question. the garnish is held on by two-sided tape, use a plastic putty knife to...

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