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How To Upgrade a SRT4 Clutch Pedal Pivot

Project SRT4 is back in action, recently putting down 383 horses to the front wheels on our Dynojet 448X. We are using a ACT...

DTC P0401 – How To Test Ford F150 EGR

The Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve inside of your Ford F-150 is responsible for scavenging exhaust gases from the intake and route them to reduce emissions....

Nuts and Bolts – How To Read Bolt Grades

Most car guys will remove, install and replace bolts many times and never look at bolt grades. After all, if it's not broke why...
Automotive short-to-ground diagnostic showing a chafed power wire contacting the chassis, blown fuse, multimeter testing and circuit isolation.

How to Find a Short to Ground in Automotive Wiring

A blown fuse or circuit-low code may indicate a short to ground. Learn how to isolate the circuit, test wiring and locate intermittent automotive shorts safely.
Dial indicator measuring LS1 crankshaft end play at the crankshaft thrust bearing

LS1 Crankshaft End Play: What Is the Correct Thrust Clearance?

LS1 crankshaft end play should measure 0.0015–0.0078 inch. Learn where the No. 3 thrust bearing is located, how crankshaft end play is measured, and what to check during an LS1 engine build.
P0135 Ford

P0135 Ford 2.3L – Test a Ranger 02 Sensor

The P0135 Ford OBDII check engine trouble code signals an issue with your upstream oxygen Ranger 02 Sensor. The specific error code...
2002–2003 Acura RSX front brake rotor runout test showing a dial indicator measuring the factory 0.10 mm service limit.

How Much Brake Rotor Runout Is Allowed on a 2002–2003 Acura RSX?

Think your Acura RSX has warped rotors? Honda specifies a 0.10 mm front brake-disc runout limit. Here's how to measure it correctly.
Technician inspecting the steering-rack mounting area beneath a Volkswagen SUV

Volkswagen Recalls 208,724 Vehicles Because a Steering-Rack Bolt May Break

Volkswagen is recalling 208,724 U.S. vehicles after a steering-rack mounting bolt was found capable of corroding and breaking. Here are the reported models and how to check your VIN.