Changing the oil to any vehicle is one of the most important and key parts for having a functioning vehicle. For some cars, changing the oil can be super easy, but for some it can be a real challenge. So to help you out and your wallet, here's a tutorial on how to change the oil and filter to a 2008 R56 MINI Cooper S. So good luck and enjoy!
Your car needs care and maintenance to run properly. Let Firestone Complete Auto Care teach you the basics about keeping you automobile running smoothly. Check out this video tutorial for some helpful hints on improving the fuel economy in your vehicle.
Don't you hate it when your RV (recreational vehicle) crap tank is getting full and starts to stink? Do you feel frustrated not knowing how to empty your RV's septic tank yourself? Do you get some strange thrill out of watching others suffer?
Check out this car maintenance video on how to change your car battery in the smartest and safest way. So, get out that socket wrench or crescent wrench and get to work. Take out the auto battery and clean the battery cable connectors for a nice connection to your vehicle's new battery. Then just install the battery.
You may have seen a "check engine" sign on your car's dashboard when driving your vehicle. Maybe "service engine soon," or just "check". What does this mean if the alarm won't turn off, or comes on when you're driving? Find out in this automotive video tutorial how to read those trouble codes on your automobile.
This Crutchfield video tutorial shows you the basics on installing vibration dampening material for your stereo into your automobile. If anyone knows how to install stereo systems into a vehicle, it's Crutchfield. There's no better way to eliminate outside sounds than to use vibration dampening material from Dynamat for your vehicle's stereo system.
Texas has become the 18th state to pass a bill into law regarding autonomous vehicles, the third this month to do so.
The Cloud Security Alliance (CSA), a leading IT trade association, has published its first report on risks and recommendations for connected-vehicle security, ahead of when driverless cars are about to see volume production in the near future.
General Motors acquired Cruise Automation in March 2016 for a reported $1 billion (well, at least $581 million). GM President Dan Ammann made a point of being in the press release photograph with Cruise founders Kyle Vogt and Daniel Kan (see photo below). On January 19, 2017, Vogt posted on Twitter: "Took GM Pres. Dan Ammann for a ride in a Cruise AV."
This tutorial shows you how to resolve issues with your Nitro RC clutches. Sometimes applying the clutch can be difficult and result in damage to your vehicle. This shows you how to properly put it on and gives you some tips on how it shoule be put together and what to watch out for. Enjoy!
If you ever owned an RC racer (like a 777) and wanted to install a BB (big block) engine other than a bump start.... this video is for you! This will show you ways to install anything onto any platform for your radio controlled vehicle.
Optimize vehicle performance by knowing the differences between the different tires available for your RC vehicle. Each type of tire (commonly referred to by the red dot, blue dot or green dot) is optimized for a specific operating temperature range. Knowing about the different temperatures and what tires are best suited for them could be the difference between first place and second. Find out more in this instructional video.
Make a vehicle that can climb up walls and jump over gaps in Little Big Planet. This tutorial shows you how to start from scratch and assemble this video using the creation program in the game. It's not complicated, anyone can do it!
Halo Reach is newest edition to come out from the "Halo" series, featuring really cool advanced CGI and super fast attack vehicles called ghosts. These cars look almost like gigantic beetles, with a pod-like midsection and two wings on the side.
In this video, we learn how to draw a sports car. Start out by drawing the wheels and the base of the car. After this, draw the rest of the body of the car and the windows. Then, add in the wheels, tail lights, and the rest of the details of the vehicle. Once you have finished this, add in shading and lines to create a more defined vehicle. Continue to draw using this same method, drawing different types of cars and vehicles that you like. Make sure to look at a picture of different cars as y...
Been keeping an eye on the car that's been sitting on the side of the freeway for the last month? This video shows you how to legally acquire the title for an abandoned vehicle. You'll need the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) and license plate number to locate the owner. Then work out the transfer title, and the car's yours!
By setting up the wheels of a vehicle correctly, you can control the actual car and drive it around on the screen. This tutorial shows you how you can use 3DS Max and Away 3D Lite to make a Humvee and then drive it around!
In this video you'll look at different methods of discovering a vacuum leak in your vehicle wherever it may be. Word of caution: FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS VERY CLOSELY, there is a chance that you CAN catch your engine on fire if you do it wrong.
If you have a problem with your vehicle's serpentine belt tensioner, you may want to replace it soon. This is designed to hold a certain amount of tension and needs to be replaced. This video uses a Saturn S-series to display how to replace the part, so it can apply to other cars, but it won't be exactly the same. So check it out, be careful, and enjoy!
In this tutorial, we learn how to do an auto damage appraisal. First make sure you have all your paperwork ready and lined up before you go to inspect the vehicle. When you have this done, the clients will be happier that you have everything ready to go and the claim is getting taken care of quicker. After you inspect the vehicle, write down all the notes about the vehicle and then calculate what the amount of damage is. Then, give a copy of the appraisal to the owner. After this, submit your...
If you're getting into the hobby of building RC vehicles, there are many different tasks that need to be done before you have a beautiful working, and looking, vehicle. Tires, engine, the body, etc. all can be built from the very start.
Speeding tickets are one of the worst things a driver fears on the highway, aside from wrecking, of course. But you can get home safe without getting a ticket. You just need to keep your vehicle off the radar by following these stealthy driving techniques.
One of the worst things to experience is an overheated engine on your vehicle. There can be many different areas where this can take place, so it's important to take your time when trying to solve the problem. So in this tutorial, you'll be finding out how to solve any overheating issues that you may experience with a Volkswagen vehicle. So check it out and good luck!
If you don't know what a sway bar is, it's a device that helps with the stabilization to a vehicle and can help prevent roll in turns. So in this tutorial, you'll be finding out more about sway bars and how to properly measure the diameter to them. Whether they're new or the same ones from the factory, each one can have a different measurement. So check it out, good luck, and enjoy!
If you're having a problem with popping the hood to your vehicle, this tutorial may be what you need. In this video, you'll find out how to open the hood to a 2000 Ford Explorer using a screwdriver. This can be applied to other vehicles as well, but not all. It's important to know how to pop the hood since it gives you access to the heart of every vehicle. So check it out and enjoy!
In this how to video, you will learn how to load a kayak on a vehicle. Doing this properly will mean both the kayak and vehicle are safe. A simple upright system is fine for your kayak. You want to look for J and V bars with padding to transport your kayak. To lift the kayak on to the roof, first check to make sure the straps are working. Hold the kayak with both hands and a straight back with your knees. Lay the kayak in a strong position on its side. Secure the kayak with the straps. Thread...
Select Toyota 4Runner models are available with two 120-volt AC power outlets. To use this feature, the engine must be turned on and running. Press the AC switch to the left of the vehicle's steering wheel. The LED will be illuminated when active. One outlet is located in the center console. The other outlet is at the rear of the vehicle in the cargo area of the Toyota 4Runner. Use the outlets as needed.
In this video NAIT automotive instructor Darren Jones instructs you on how to . First pull over at a safe location where the traffic is less where there is a firm surface underneath the vehicle. Put the vehicle into park and apply the parking break as shown. Use the owner’s manual to locate the equipment to change the tire and how to do it. Block the wheel that opposite the flat wheel as shown and loosen the lug nuts by half a turn, jack up the vehicle referring to the manual. Remove the lug ...
Coolant doesn't get used up during a vehicle's normal operation. If the coolant level is consistently low, your car has a coolant leak. Your mechanic can pressure-check the cooling system to find any leaks or you can check the situation out yourself. Watch this video tutorial to see how to check and add engine coolant in your car with antifreeze.
Check your car's automatic transmission fluid monthly! This will take a few minutes, but will increase the lifetime of your vehicle considerably. Just watch this automotive video tutorial to see how to check and add transmission fluid in your car.
RC Car Action Magazine Editor Kevin Hetmanski shows how to properly solder brass tubing to make custom bumpers, chasis, roll cages and more. Once you know how to do this, you can do any sort of custom building. Watch this video tutorial and learn how to solder brass tubing on an RC vehicle.
Learn all the basics for maintaining and repairing the sunroof of your car. This video tutorial from the DIY Network will show you all about how to maintain and repair the sunroof of your car. If you've been having your sunroof open, then it starts raining, and you can't close the sunroof on your automotive, then get these maintenance tips, like lubricating and cleaning your vehicle's sunroof.
Watch this electronics video tutorial to learn how to customize your ride. This how-to video will show you how to install fun vehicle icons in various colors, makes, and models to personalize your on-screen map in your Garmin Nuvi.
Sometimes, when we buy a new car, it only looks clean. There can be all sorts of contaminants all over that car's paint. A good idea for removing those contaminants is a process known as clay barring. This instructional video will show you how to clay bar a vehicle.
This video teaches a medic how to safely extricate a patient from a vehicle.
Jennifer demonstrates an in car video camera techniques by showing different ways to shoot video from a moving vehicle.
Professional mechanic and emmy award winning car talk host Scotty Kilmer shows how to check your vehicle's suspension system out.
In the past, most mechanics ended up having to replace the speedometer head when a vehicle came in with a broken speedometer. Nowadays, there's a possible reset procedure that can be used, and it can be done by most car owners right at home.
If you feel like you're too stressed and need something to help you get away from it all, pick up a hobby. Maybe building and flying RC vehicles. This can be a great hobby to pick up on and not only will it help make you relax, but it can be a great way to have some fun in the process by flying planes. So check out the video above, good luck, and enjoy!
This next tutorial can be a bit dangerous and requires that you take full precaution when performing this. With that out of the way, in this video, you'll be finding out how to remove the anodize from aluminum and then polish it for a nice clean, sparkling look. It's pretty easy to follow and can lead to a nice look for your RC vehicle, so check out what you need to do and good luck!
