The Mitsubishi 3000GT is a perfect example of Japan's pursuit of agility, efficiency and technology in automotive design. From 1991 until 1999, the 3000GT held its own in the two-door coupe segment with an impressive list of features and opt...

For more than 15 years, the Mitsubishi Eclipse continues as one of the most popular sport coupes in America. Affordability, sleek styling, engine performance and a fair amount of cabin comfort contributes to its appeal. The Eclipse offers a...

The Galant is Mitsubishi's entry into the family sedan market. While it offers good value and fuel economy, it was not initially a competitor. Mitsubishi redesigned the Galant in 2004, making it larger and offering an optional 230 horsepower...

The Villager was Mercury's entry in the car-based mini-van market. The second generation of the Villager was issued between 1999 and 2002 and featured a 3.3L V6 engine with 170 horsepower. A used Villager in mint condition is a great find. T...

Mercury discontinued the Cougar in 2002. Introduced in 1967, the Cougar evolved from a "pony car" to a roomy, personal luxury coupe linked only to the original by the Ford label. A 2.0L engine was standard in the base model of the Cougar fro...

The Mazda 6 has carved out its own niche in the highly competitive midsize car segment. In 2003, the Mazda 6 has consistently received rave review for its stylish design, handsome interior and pleasing performance. Owners hang on to their Ma...

The Lincoln Navigator is the first full-size luxury SUV offered by a domestic auto maker. Because of its size and flash, it was regarded for its first few years as a status symbol. The process of removing and installing the intake manifold i...

The Kia Spectra offers a 124 horsepower 1.8L four-cylinder engine in the models produced between 2000 and 2004. Although the engine didn't have a lot of pep, the Spectra was praised for above-average materials and design, as well as a smooth...

The Jeep Grand Cherokee, or JGC, helped usher in the midsized SUV rage that began in the early 1990s. The model was a bigger, better version of the smaller Cherokee with loads of room for the family, yet stylish enough for an evening on the...

The Hyundai Santa Fe debuted in 2001. Hyundai's SUV hit the market with its spacious cabin and comfortable ride. The 2.7L V6 engine option offers 2.7 horsepower. Replace the exhaust manifold in a 2001 Santa Fe in mint condition as a great fi...

Your Geo/Chevy tracker has a mechanical or belt-driven fan. Removal of the old fan and installation of the new one requires only basic tools. There is no need to raise the vehicle or work underneath it. An amateur should be able to do this j...

The short-lived Geo Metro was manufactured in a partnership between Chevrolet and Suzuki. Replacing fan in the Geo Metro doesn't require any special tools. The replacement fan doesn't have to be a standard a Geo Metro fan, but the fan does h...

Your Ford Mustang may have one of two engine fan configurations--belt driven or electrical. These steps apply to any Ford Mustang with an electrical fan. The only tool necessary is a wrench, and an amateur should be able to complete this job...

Your Ford Focus has an electric engine cooling fan; it is powered by your vehicle's alternator instead of a fan belt. These steps will apply to the 2.0L or VIN 3, VIN 5, VIN N and VIN P engine; the procedure for the 2.3L engine is slightly d...

The Chevy Avalanche has the comfort and maneuverability of a passenger car and the hauling capacity and performance of a truck. There are two types of fans used in the Chevy Avalanche: electrical and mechanical. The type of fan used in the c...

The Chevy Impala was manufactured from 1958 to 1985, then brought back into production in 2000. The type of fan in the Impala depends on the type of engine and the model year. The following uses the year 2000 Chevrolet Impala with the 3.4 Li...

Your Chevy Cobalt has an electrical engine fan, meaning that it is powered by electricity from your alternator, not by a mechanical fan belt. An amateur can perform this repair in about an hour with nothing more than a wrench and a set of ja...

Volkswagen launched the "new Beetle" in 1998 and it's still going strong. As reliable as ever, most of the early models of the "new Beetle" are still on the road. In the 1998 to 2000 models, the removal and installation of the exhaust manifo...

The Volkswagen Passat from 1998 to 2000 kicked off the model's second generation with handsome styling, a definite Euro feel and a peppy engine. The Passat established itself in the market as more exciting than most sedans and yet affordable...

The Volkswagen Jetta boasts a following that only a few other small cars can claim. As the best selling model of VW in the U.S., Jetta was successfully redesigned in the mid-1990s and became the compact of choice for first-time car buyers in...

The Toyota Tundra debuted in 2000 and welcomed competition against the pickups produced by the Big Three auto manufacturers. Ultimately the Tundra found its biggest audience in the recreational pickup buyers rather than the hardcore truck en...

Since its introduction in 1995, the Toyota Tacoma has held its own in the compact-pickup market. It has an above average reputation for durability and reliability and offers a number of options, including off-road capabilities. In models wit...

Toyota debuted the Highlander in 2001. There were two engine options, including the 3.0L V6 which offered 220 horsepower. The vehicle offers better handling and less noise than most SUVs and appealed to the loyal Camry crowd. The accomplishe...

Toyota is better known than any other auto maker as a builder of study, reliable cars. The Corolla secured that reputation for Toyota. The model is known for its practicality and the number of people who bought a Corolla is staggering. The p...

Since its debut in 1983, the Camry has maintained its spot as the most popular Toyota. While the older models are likely to have a lot of miles on them, they are known for their reliability and commonly turn 200,000 on the odometer without a...

Subaru, a small Japanese automaker, jumped into the American SUV market with the "world's first sport-utility wagon." The Outback's design satisfied the desire for elevated seating, of a utility vehicle without the rough ride and gas guzzlin...

The Ion debuted in 2003 as Saturn's entry-level car for younger buyers. The line was launched to replace the S-Series. The Ion 1, 2 and 3 features styling with a powerful 2.2L engine. The following steps guide you through the installation of...

Saturn introduced the Vue in 2002 as its entry into the small SUV segment of the market. Saturn realized the stiff competition and carved out a spot with its low price and noted "no hassle" experience at the dealer. The following steps guide...

The Pontiac Grand Prix was born as a personal luxury car in the early 1960s. It has since evolved into a sensible family sedan with terrific performance owing to a power V8 engine. The Grand Prix offers a V6 with lots of pep and great fuel e...

On a Chevy Avalanche, either the crankshaft sensor or the powertrain control module (PCM) sends a signal to the ignition module, which triggers the ignition coil. When the ignition coil triggers, it sends a spark to the spark plugs. If the c...

When you start your Chevy Silverado, the ignition coil responds to the voltage from the battery and generates the spark necessary to kick start the spark plugs. A problem within the ignition coil may cause an oil leak or prevent your truck f...

The Chevy Camaro uses two different types of ignition systems: distributor ignition system and distributorless ignition system. Both systems trigger the spark plugs via the ignition coils; however, the distributorless ignition system (DIS) u...

A Chevy Corvette with a high energy ignition (HEI) distributor system typically triggers the spark plugs via the ignition coil. Chevy also uses an ignition coil in the newer distributorless ignition systems, which replace the distributor wit...

On an engine with a distributor ignition system, like the one you find in some Chevy Impala models, the engine starts when the Impala's ignition coil converts the low voltage from the battery into the high voltage needed to spark the spark p...

While some manufacturers use a distributorless ignition system (DIS) that replaces the ignition coil with a coil pack, the Chevy Cobalt uses a DIS that still relies on an ignition coil. To regulate the timing, the Cobalt uses a powertrain co...

Before you can replace a Cadillac Escalade ignition coil, you need to identify whether your model has one. Most models with a 4.8L, 5.3L, 5.7L, 7.4L or 8.1L engine use a distributor ignition system, which relies on an ignition coil to trigge...

Like many manufacturers, Acura uses both a distributor and distributorless ignition system. In a distributor ignition system, the Integra's ignition coil sends current to the spark plugs to start the car. If the Integra ignition coil malfunc...

There are a few different types of ignition systems a manufacturer can choose to start a vehicle. On the Lincoln Navigator, expect to find a distributorless ignition system (DIS). With this system, an ignition coil module converts the low vo...

Hyundai uses a distributorless ignition system (DIS) in all its engines, with the exception of the 3.0L (VIN T) V6 engine. In a distributorless ignition system, the ignition coil pack mounts to the engine. With a distributor system, like the...

A faulty ignition system often begins with the ignition coil. The symptoms of a faulty ignition system include the failure to start the car, stalls, irregular idles, oil leaks and more. If you experience any of these symptoms, consider repla...

There are several Honda Accord models, including the LX, Hybrid and EX models. Regardless of the model, the ignition system relies on an Accord ignition coil to trigger the spark plugs, although, the system may classify as a distributor or d...

The type of ignition system you find on your GMC Sierra depends on the type of engine you have. 4.3L, 5.0L, 5.7L and 7.4L engines use a distributor ignition system that relies on a Sierra ignition coil to trigger the spark plugs. 4.8L, 5.3L,...

Geo uses two types of ignition systems in the Geo Tracker. Carbureted, Tfi and MFI engines use a distributor system. Other engine types use a distributorless ignition system that uses an ignition coil pack rather than a Tracker ignition coil...

Geo uses two types of ignition systems in the Metro. Carbureted, TFI and MFI engines use a distributor system. Other engine types use a distributorless ignition system that uses an ignition coil pack rather than a Metro ignition coil. Diffic...

The Ford F-Series uses an ignition system known as a coil on plug (COP) system. The name derives from the setup of the system--an ignition coil sits over each cylinder. The current from the battery flows through the Ford ignition coil, where...

The Dodge Caravan is now out of production but a great many of them are still on the road. The 2.2L and 2.6L engines has a mechanical fuel pump that is positioned on the side of the engine. Known for its reliability, the Caravan fuel system...

Many people get confused when trying to change their sparkplugs. Hopefully this article will help you change yours. Difficulty: Moderately EasyInstructionsThings You'll Need: New sparkplugs an air blower (to remove dirt) A spark plug socket...

This is an easy repair that almost anyone can tackle without a mechanic - and you will save some money in the process. Difficulty: EasyInstructionsThings You'll Need: Replacement Bulb (I used a Sylvania Part# H1). No Tools Are Required But A...

Imagine, you're driving along and suddenly you notice a click-click-click-clicking coming from one of your tires, or you walk out to your car and catch a glimpse of something shiny within in one of your tire treads. That's right - you have a...

Battery maintenance is not always done, but many times it should be. Besides making sure the posts and electric wires remain free of corrosion, check to make sure the cells inside the battery are filled to the top with good, distilled water....