Micheal Swisher

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Becoming an Automotive Technician

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Oct 9, 2009, 6:54 am
Millions of drivers rely on their vehicles in order to get to school, work and other places. Automotive mechanics are integral in keeping a costly investment from turning into a costly mistake. Mechan...
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2007-2008 Dodge Caliber Factory Service Manual

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Oct 9, 2009, 6:47 am
2007-2008 Dodge Caliber Factory Service Manual Disc   Disc Contents Diagnostics ...
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2006-2007 Dodge Ram Factory Service Manual

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Oct 6, 2009, 7:10 pm
2006-2007 Dodge Ram Factory Service Manual Disc     Disc Contents Diagnos...
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2005-2006 Chrysler 300 Factory Service Manual

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Oct 6, 2009, 11:37 am
2005-2006 Chrysler 300 Factory Service Manual Disc View Full Album · Engine (All Engines Included) · Lubrication System · Cooling Sys...
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2004 Dodge Ram Service Manual

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Oct 6, 2009, 11:16 am
2004 Dodge Ram 1500-2500-3500 Complete Service Manual Disc View Full Album Disc Contents Diagnostics Engine control system Fuel System Emission con...
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2004-2006 Nissan Titan Service Manual

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Oct 6, 2009, 11:04 am
2004-2006 Nissan Titan Factory Service Manual Disc View Full Album Disc Contents Diagnostic...
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Synthetic Engine Oil vs. Mineral Engine Oil

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Oct 5, 2009, 8:09 am
Synthetic oils have been around since the Second World War where apparently the Germans used it when conventional oil could not perform in the freezing weather conditions. They are supposed to minimiz...
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Car Engine Smoking | Car Trouble

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Oct 3, 2009, 9:10 am
Smoke from the tailpipe is not good news, but does not necessarily mean the engine must be rebuilt. There are a few things that need to be done to determine the cause of smoke from a vehicle and what ...
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Cold Weather Starting and Operation

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Oct 1, 2009, 8:34 am
There are many misconceptions about idling to warm up your vehicle. The best way to warm the engine and all other components is to drive your vehicle. Tests show that most vehicles need no more than 3...
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Hybrid Car Maintenance

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Oct 1, 2009, 8:13 am
In 2007, hybrid vehicle sales had reached an all-time record of 352,184 for the United States. With such a surge of new hybrid offerings proposed from every major auto company, consumers are slowly be...
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In-Line Fuel Filters

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 29, 2009, 10:09 am
Fuel filters are present on most internal combustion engines. They are located in the fuel line and are used to sift out dirt and rust particles that may be in the fuel. If these substances are not re...
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Towing Capacity

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 29, 2009, 10:01 am
The towing capacity of a vehicle is an often misunderstood subject and as much as people don't want to believe it, it really is not just about horsepower. Most vehicles have enough power to to...
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Reasons Your AC Won't Cool | AC Stopped Working

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 28, 2009, 9:26 am
Air conditioning is the process by which air is cooled and dehumidified. Basically, air conditioning systems operate on the principles of evaporation and condensation. The principles of evaporation an...
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Differential | Drive System

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 26, 2009, 10:58 am
The differential has been a component for almost every automobile since the early horseless carriages developed by Karl Benz. A much needed component to the driveline of a vehicle, the difference'...
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High Mileage Vehicle Care

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 25, 2009, 6:49 am
The best way to maintain your vehicle that has high mileage, and by that, we can easily talk 75,000 miles to high six-figure mileage ranges, is to follow a regular maintenance and lubrication schedule...
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What do they check when performing a 100-point checklist?

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 25, 2009, 6:34 am
Car Body Inspection 1 Door seams- even and straight 2 Fender seams- even and straight 3 Hood and fender seams- even and straight 4 Trunk and fenders seams- even and straight ...
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Top Ten in New Car Technology

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 23, 2009, 10:11 am
There is no doubt that cars are getting smarter and more fun with the help of new tech. Conservative manufacturers are getting quicker about moving new gadgets and systems into our autos.   ...
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Car Repair: Which Options Do You Have?

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 22, 2009, 7:21 am
When it comes to car repair you basically have two options; you let others do it or you or do it yourself. In this article we will focus and the last option; Do It Yourself car repairs. A vehicle brea...
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Troubleshooting Car Electrical Problems

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 21, 2009, 6:22 pm
Troubleshooting car electrical problems is a skill every dedicated car owner must possess.You need not run to the mechanic for minor problems. Car electrical troubleshooting is a simple and straightfo...
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How to Know if a Timing Belt is Bad

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 21, 2009, 6:20 pm
TIMING BELTS Over Head Camshaft timing belts have a nasty habit of breaking unexpectedly when they’ve accumulated a lot of miles. Heat and friction weaken the cords that reinforce the belt, and t...
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Troubleshooting Car Electrical Problems

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 21, 2009, 5:38 pm
Troubleshooting car electrical problems is a skill every dedicated car owner must possess.You need not run to the mechanic for minor problems. Car electrical troubleshooting is a simple and straightfo...
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How to Know if a Timing Belt is Bad

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 21, 2009, 5:28 pm
TIMING BELTS Over Head Camshaft timing belts have a nasty habit of breaking unexpectedly when they’ve accumulated a lot of miles. Heat and friction weaken the cords that reinforce the belt, and t...
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Do-It-Yourself Auto Repair and Maintenance

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 21, 2009, 4:02 pm
Do-It-Yourself Auto Repair and Maintenance For people who wish to save money and enjoy taking on new projects, do-it-yourself auto repair may be the right choice for automotive repairs. For peopl...
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Light Truck & SUV Tire Information

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 21, 2009, 10:53 am
About Light Truck and SUV Tires Since these vehicles have so many different uses, it makes sense that several tire types are used on them as original equipment to complement speci...
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Bad News: An Engine "Totaled"; Good News: A Remanufactured Engine

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 20, 2009, 9:34 am
It was among travelers' worst nightmares and a very expensive trip for this motorist. His beloved pickup blew the engine and had to be towed 250 miles home. The temperature gauge didn't work, ...
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Fall Into Good Car Maintenance Habits

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 20, 2009, 9:21 am
Fall into good car maintenance habits now, and keep your car in excellent condition for years to come. (NAPSI) While our cars may have cruised through the warmth of the summer without any trouble, ...
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Engine Oil Specifications and Lubricant Technology

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 15, 2009, 8:50 am
Europe and the United States differ greatly when it comes to setting engine oil specifications. In Europe, vehicle manufacturers play the major role in developing lubricant specifications. Made up of ...
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Forester diesel headed to US in 2010

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 11, 2009, 3:50 pm
Forester diesel headed to US in 2010 In early 2007 Subaru announced it is building a 2.2-liter flat-four turbodiesel engine, which will go on sale in Europe this year in Impreza and Forester models...
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Diesel-Hybrid Pickup Coming to U.S.

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 11, 2009, 3:33 pm
Indian carmaker Tata recently made a splash with its Nano, 'the world's most affordable car.' Then, yesterday, we reported that Tara, another Indian auto manufacturer, is coming out with t...
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Finding and installing car parts

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 10, 2009, 4:13 pm
So you're mechanically inclined? Fabulous! You probably know a lot about repairing and installing car parts. When working on vehicles, there are certainly times when parts need to be replaced, cos...
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Car Diagnosis Made Simple

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 10, 2009, 4:09 pm
With a little research on your vehicle, you can avoid future repair problems. Whether you are mechanically savvy or not, you can detect many common vehicle problems simply by using your senses of smel...
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Mercedes-Benz plans hybrid super saloon

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 9, 2009, 10:04 am
Mercedes-Benz is developing a high-performance saloon capable of a combined fuel consumption of 88mpg with CO2 emissions of 74g/km but able to accelerate to 62mph in only 5.5 seconds and top 150mph. ...
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BMW Unveils Plug-in Diesel Hybrid Supercar

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 9, 2009, 9:58 am
BMW has unveiled a plug-in diesel hybrid supercar concept that, if it performs as promised, could achieve speeds of 155 mph and a 0-60 time of 4.8 seconds. The new BMW Vision Efficientdynamics ...
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Spark Plugs

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 9, 2009, 9:29 am
The spark plugs are the business end of the ignition system. The spark plugs deliver the spark needed to ignite the air/fuel mixture. No spark means no combustion, wasted energy, increased emissions, ...
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What Causes Car Accidents?

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 8, 2009, 7:21 pm
The dictionary defines accident as "an unexpected and undesirable event, a mishap unforeseen and without apparent cause." Strictly speaking, most accidents are not accidents at all: they are collision...
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Suspension Alignment: Understanding and Adjusting Caster

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 8, 2009, 2:09 pm
Caster is the angle between the steering axis and the vertical axis as viewed from the side of the car. Caster affects straight-line stability and "camber gain". Positive caster is when the top of the...
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Adaptive Headlights Aim to Ease Nighttime Driving Hazards

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 8, 2009, 1:23 pm
First steps are taken to design systems that adapt lighting to conditions. Detlef Decker, Hella KGaA Hueck & Co.   Despite the fact that the optical performance of novel headlight systems for moto...
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Tips to see fall foliage in a whole new way

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 6, 2009, 4:55 pm
(ARA) - Every fall, many families pack up the car to travel to see fall foliage. Cooler temperatures and vivid colors make fall the perfect time to get outside and enjoy nature. Most regions have an a...
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Want better performance and mileage? Use the right motor oil

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 6, 2009, 4:53 pm
(ARA) - Hanging onto your vehicle is a popular activity with Americans given the current economy, which means you are probably evaluating how your car or truck is performing. One important factor you ...
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High-tech options offer boost for tires

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 6, 2009, 4:14 pm
... s tires are more technologically advanced than ever before. As the technology in tires rapidly advances, so do consumers' options to choose the right tires to meet their vehicle needs. ...
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Technology for Winter Driving

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 6, 2009, 10:42 am
Technology for Winter Driving Let's say you're looking for a new car. If you've never had to pry a wiper loose from a frozen windshield, you might not recognize the comfort and safety cha...
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How to Prepare your Car for Winter

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 6, 2009, 10:31 am
How to Prepare your Car for Winter Old man winter is just around the corner with all his nasty weather... rain, sleet, snow and cold. Now is the time to get your vehicles ready. 1. Check the ant...
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Wheel Alignment Challenges

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 4, 2009, 2:25 pm
How do you align an "unalignable" vehicle? It depends on what makes it unalignable. Front toe on virtually every car and truck is adjustable. But as we all know, there are a lot of vehicles that have ...
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List of Roadway Hazards

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 3, 2009, 1:14 pm
What follows is a more complete list of potential roadway hazards (both moving & stationary) that every driver may be subjected to at one time or another. Moving Roadway Hazards: Ambulances ...
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Roadway Hazards

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 3, 2009, 1:04 pm
Good driving is about being prepared for every eventuality. A clear road ahead is rarely empty! In order to respond to a problem, we have to see it. "I just didn't see you" is the most common expl...
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DMV Web Sites By State

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 3, 2009, 11:23 am
Alabama: Alabama Department Of Revenue Motor Vehicle Division Alaska: Alaska Division Of Motor Vehicles Arizona: Arizona Department Of Transportation Motor Vehicles Division ...
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2010 Chevrolet Camaro Recall ID# 80169

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 2, 2009, 4:43 pm
Recall Summary GM IS RECALLING 1,243 MY 2010 CHEVROLET CAMARO EQUIPPED WITH A V8 ENGINE. THE POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE MAY CONTACT THE STARTER MOTOR HOUSING AND CAUSE WEAR ON THE CABLE INSULATION. IF ...
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Hydroplaning (Aquaplaning)

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 2, 2009, 4:31 pm
Hydroplaning (called aquaplaning in Europe and Asia) occurs when water on the roadway accumulates in front of your vehicle's tires faster that the weight of your vehicle can push it out of the way...
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Vehicle Types- Different Types of Vehicles

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 2, 2009, 4:25 pm
Vehicle Types: Automobiles vs. Light Trucks - For classification purposes, automobile manufacturers have historically divided their light vehicle products into two categories, Automobiles and Light Tr...
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Reasons to buy used car spare parts

Micheal Swisher posted an article on - Sep 2, 2009, 12:10 pm
We do all know that having a car entails maintenance, which too many people proved rather costly. As a matter of fact, one of the biggest expenditures you’ll make in order to keep your car in ti...
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