Oil level and oil change: Lubrication in the car & what you can do...
Checking the oil level is one of the simplest maintenance tasks. It can be done quickly and provide clear information about the quantity and quality of the lubricant in the engine. When the oil...
Car door handle defects – what can be done?
A door handle is a small component on the car body that is often overlooked. As long as it works, everything is fine, and you quickly forget about it. But if it refuses to...
Replacing the fuel pump – Here’s how it’s done!
A car cannot be operated without a running and functioning petrol or fuel pump. The service life of a fuel pump is designed to last the lifespan of the car, but, as with any...
How to replace a drive shaft – Comprehensive DIY solutions
The drive shaft is part of every vehicle and its operation is irreplaceable. The drive shaft ensures the effective transmission of power from the engine to the wheels or the drive. If the drive...
How to replace a brake caliper – Tips and Instructions!
A brake caliper is an important component of every disc brake. The functionality of the brake caliper is largely responsible for the braking performance of the vehicle. Damage and wear may therefore have a...
Changing the EGR valve – This is how you do it!
The so-called EGR valve performs an important task in a vehicle. We will show you how to recognise EGR valve defects, how to replace the valve and what costs you should expect.
However, if it...
Changing the lambda sensor – step by step instructions
Lambda sensors play a very special role in many cars. They are responsible for creating a correct air-fuel mixture, which is necessary for the ignition of the vehicle and thus for its operation. Damage...
Changing the strut mount – Do it the right way!
A strut mount also called suspension strut support mount, is one of the most important components of the chassis and is jointly responsible for the precision of the steering. Faults and defects in the...
Replacing the tie rod end – Make your car fit!
The tie rod and the tie rod end on it are crucial for precise and exact steering properties of a vehicle. In this article, we will show you how to recognise damage to the...
How to replace a wheel bearing – Manual guide
Wheel bearings belong to the safety-relevant components in a vehicle and ensure low-friction rotation of the wheels. However, the wheel bearings are subject to heavy loads during every journey. Not only do they provide...
How do you replace the ignition coil? – Guide
The ignition coil is of crucial importance for the engine. Defects in this part can quickly limit the functionality of the car. So, it is very important to find and eliminate the fault quickly....
Replacing a diesel filter – This is how it’s done!
A dirty or clogged diesel filter can quickly lead to considerable problems. Therefore, it is not only important to check it regularly, but also to replace the fuel filter when necessary. And a visit...
How to replace a water pump – that’s how it’s done!
Water pump is an important component of the vehicle's cooling circuit and is therefore crucial for its performance and service life. For this reason, you should react quickly if the water pump is damaged...
Replacing brake shoes – DIY guide for do-it-yourselfers!
The brakes are one of the most important safety-relevant components of any vehicle and should therefore be checked regularly and repaired immediately. The brake linings as well as the brake shoes are very often...
Replacing the BMW kidney grille – neat tuning through replacement
Mercedes has its star, Citroën its double V, and BMW has the kidney as its unmistakable distinguishing feature. The idea behind the kidney was creating a two-part radiator grille as a prominent characteristic. Its...
Retrofitting the speedometer with LED: Manual Guide
A defect occurring in older cars is only noticed after a time as it occurs gradually: your speedometer lighting getting weaker and weaker. This is caused by filament lamps, which still can be found...
The starter motor: replacement facts!
The starter motor is a central element in every motorised vehicle. Neither a petrol nor a diesel engine can start by itself in a standing position. The fuel in the engine is supplied with...
Spot repair for everyone – fixing dents, removing scratches, repairing rust holes!
The car might still be in a good shape technically, those small blemishes make it difficult to sell. We will show you what you can accomplish for the spot repair yourself!
Heavy accident damage is...
Car generator defects: facts and DIY manual!
The generator (or dynamo/alternator) converts the mechanical engine energy into electric energy, charging the battery and keeping it charged even when headlights, radio and seat heating are on. A defective generator can quickly become...
Ambience and atmosphere with LED footwell lights!
Footwell lighting in the car is a cheap and effective way of creating a really beautiful atmosphere in your car interior. Today's technology makes it a simple matter: not only are LEDs, light-emitting diodes...
