There are generally two flavors of car door windows, the first being manual and the second being electric. No matter what the issue, door windows tend to have few parts and are relatively easy to fix or troubleshoot. Below are some common issues and their resolutions.
Instructions
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WINDOW DOES NOT ROLL UP INTO THE WINDOW SEAL
This is a common issue that is often caused by the window actuator arm being bent. The window actuator arm is nothing more than the tray that the window sits on and can easily be bent back or replaced.
Sometimes the weather stripping warps and that can cause window alignment problems too. I would definitely look into the weather stripping first then look at the actuator arm.
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WINDOW DOES NOT ROLL UP OR DOWN OR ROLLS UP BUT NOT DOWN
Wow that was kind of wordy. For manual or electric windows it could be due to a misalignment with the window actuator arm. For Manual windows check the clutch actuator arm, which is the crank you use to crank up the window. The teeth might be worn or the gears inside might be worn. check both.
For electric windows, the relay which is the switch box that sends electricity to the tiny motors that roll up or down your windows might be burnt out. Check the other windows to make sure that the problem is not wide spread and is only with the specific window. If all your windows have the same problem it might be a wiring issue.
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MOTOR RUNS BUT WINDOW DOES NOT ROLL UP
If you have an electric car door window this means that the window door mechanisms are damaged. Usually the sound of a humming motor means the switch can send the signal to the relay and then to the motor but the motor is trying to turn damaged gears. It equivalent to pedaling a bike with a damaged rear cassette, you can pedal all you want but the bike will go no where.
Water stains on windows arent only unattractive. If they are thick or plentiful enough, water stains can be dangerous if they prevent the driver from seeing properly. At times, water spots are so mineralized that they are too difficult to remove with just soap and water or glass cleaner. Keeping your windows looking perfectly clear can be done in less than an hour.
Instructions
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Fill a spray bottle with white vinegar and set aside.
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Fill the bucket with most of the remaining white vinegar. Make sure the bucket is absolutely clean before pouring the vinegar into it.
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Separate the sections of paper, so that you have them separated into individual sheets. Fold them in half, so that you have a two-ply paper thickness.
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Dip the newspaper sheets into the white vinegar until they are fully saturated. Dont leave the paper sitting in the vinegar, because it will get too soggy and will be unusable. Instead, just dip until saturated, then lift out of the bucket of vinegar.
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Press the wet, vinegary newspapers against the windows of your car carefully. White vinegar easily eats through the mineral deposit stains that hard water leaves. Because the vinegary newspaper sticks to the windows, this will allow the vinegar to remain in contact with the water stains for a longer period of time, versus just wiping with vinegar.
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Remove the newspapers from the windows when they begin to dry. Use a clean, dry towel to wipe the window clean, to see if the stains are gone, or if they wipe away easily. If they stains remain stubborn, repeat the process by re-wetting the newspapers, and allowing it to stick to the stains again.
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Finish by removing all of the newspapers. Spray down all of the windows with the vinegar in the spray bottle. Wipe down the windows, for a crystal-clear, streak-free shine.
Broken car windows are unsightly, and depending on which window is broken, they can be dangerous, as well. A garbage bag taped over the hole can be a temporary fix, but you should replace the glass as soon as possible to ensure no one gets cut, nothing flies out of your car and no one tries to get into your vehicle when youre not around. Luckily, broken car windows are a fairly simple do-it-yourself project.
Instructions
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Buy a new window specific to your vehicle. You can easily purchase a new window at the dealership. Alternatively, you can find a great bargain by visiting your local auto salvage yard.
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Detach the inside panel on your car door. You will need to look and feel around the panel to find all the screws, and then use the screwdriver to undo them and pull the panel away from the door.
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Remove all door handles and armrests. These are also screwed into place, and you must remove them in order to get the panel all the way off the door.
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Peel back the plastic or waterproof sheath that was under the panel. If you do not see a plastic sheath, your car simply may not have one.
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Clean out the existing window track and all other window components such as the weatherstripping in the door. Wipe down your new window. If the existing track and weatherstripping are still good, you can use them for the new window. This includes motorized windows.
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Locate the small hole on the bottom of your new window, which will be at the rear of the window. There is a small clip located on the window track that slips into this hole and attaches the window to the door.
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Slide the new window glass into the door from the top, set it in the track and attach the clip to the hole. Depending on the make and model of your vehicle, it may be difficult to slide the window down due to the shape of the brackets. The key is to maneuver the window patiently, removing any obstacles like additional clips or brackets that may be blocking the glass as you slide it.
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Ensure your glass is supported in the track by any other brackets or clips. It should now roll up smoothly without getting caught or moving around in the track too much.
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Replace the plastic sheath, door panel, handles and armrests. Ensure the window rolls smoothly, and tighten all the screws down.
The rubber on a car window can become cracked or chipped over time. Rubber on car windows usually dries out as a result of sun exposure and poor maintenance. Once the rubber dries out, it tends to shrink. This can cause irreversible damage to the rubber. Fortunately, depending on the extent of the damage, it can be repaired using a special sealant.
Instructions
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Wash the rubber with soap and water using a sponge.
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Dry the area with a lint-free towel.
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Apply a bead of urethane sealer to the window rubber and smooth it out over the rubber with an applicator pad. Make sure that the urethane seals any cracks or covers any chipped areas in the rubber.
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Allow the urethane to dry (called "curing") overnight before exposing it to any sunlight (or elements in general).
A cars windshield takes a beating from various debris encountered on the road. Chips can become cracks, which reduce visibility as well as the effectiveness of the safety features within the glass. Minor chips can be repaired without removing the windshield, but substantial damage requires replacement of the damaged windshield. The first step in the replacement process is, of course, to remove the existing windshield. Thankfully, doing so is a relatively straightforward task that can save you money by avoiding the cost of labor associated with professional removal.
Instructions
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Remove the windshield wipers, if applicable. Many cars have windshield wipers that rest against the surface of the windshield when not in use. Other cars have windshield wipers that come to rest below the windshield in the cowl. Windshield wipers that rest against the windshield must be removed before the windshield can be removed. Windshield wiper removal tools are available at most auto parts retailers. The tip of the tool slides underneath the wiper and is then used to pry the wiper off of the wipers post. Other wipers are attached to the vehicle with clips or screws, which must first be removed before the wiper can be pulled away from its post.
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Remove the chrome trim that surrounds the windshield, if applicable. Chrome windshield trim typically appears on vehicles manufactured before the early 1980s. A trim removal tool is necessary here. The tip of the tool slides between the trim and the edges of the windshield. The tool is then pushed away from the windshield, which in turn pushes the trim away from the trims retaining posts.
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Use a razor blade to cut through the weatherstripping that surrounds the outside edges of the windshield. The weatherstripping must be cut away until the edges of the glass can be seen.
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Push on one side of the windshield from the interior of the car until the windshield breaks free from only that side of the car. If the windshield will not break free, check to ensure that the weatherstripping has been cut enough to expose the entire circumference of the windshield.
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Push the opposite side of the windshield from the interior of the car until the windshield breaks free.
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Lift the windshield away from the vehicle to complete the removal process.
Sometimes I wonder what is the most powerful road running car, even Formula-1 racing cars can not match. 15 yrs ago I visited McLaren F1 "ultra-sports" car [not Mclaren Formula-1 car] showroom not far from Marble Arch, near speakers corner at Hyde Park in London. I thought it was going to be the most powerful car already. The McLaren F1 is a sports car designed and manufactured by Gordon Murray and McLaren Automotive, powered by 6.1liter V12 BMW S70 engine and uses gold foil as a heat shield in the exhaust compartment. On March 31, 1998, it set the record for the fastest production car in the world at 386.7 km/h ! 0–60 mph in 3.2 s
Only 106 cars were manufactured, 64 of those were street versions (McLaren F1), 5 were LMs, 3 were longtail roadcars (GT), 5 prototypes (XP), 28 racecars (GTR), and 1 LM prototype (XP LM). Production began in 1992 and ended in 1998. According to an article by Motor Authority, the Sultan of Brunei owns a total of 9 McLaren F1s. This includes a GTR race car, a GT "longtail," 3 LMs, and 4 road cars, making him the only person in the world to own at least one of every variant of the F1 ever produced by McLaren.
In 2005 Bugatti Veyron took over the title.* Powered by the mid-mounted 8 litre W16 engine pumping out 1001 PS (736 kW) at 6000 rpm and 1250 Nm of torque between 2200 and 5500 rpm. Has 4 turbochargers. The gearbox is a seven speed sequential with a fully automatic mode channeling that power to all four wheels. Bugatti claims a top speed of 407 km/h and the 0-100 km/h sprint under 2.7 seconds! The probability of anyone having a Bugatti Veyron in Malaysia [costs 3x more expensive than McLaren F1] is less than one-in-a million.
There will be poor mans Bugattis though. One of them is Peugeot 308 RC-z, and that will be the most logical candidate for my neXt Peugeot, and that is the answer why I didnt buy a 308GT.... just dreaming on.
Im pretty sure the 308 RCz will be one of if not the fastest affordable car [below RM175k] on local roads.
*[Note: In y2006 Hennessey Venom Twin Turbo SRT Coupe claimed to be the fastest [410kph] and the most powerful car in the world but arguable due to its limited edition] The shape of this car reminds me of a Jaguar E-type with registration number T2 and probably it was the only one of its kind in this country - belonged to [just] an A.D.O @ Machang. I was still a primary school kid at then.[Jaguar E-type]
-Wheelbrace (Should be included in your cars repair kit though investing in a Metal cross would be worthwhile).
-Fresh brakePads EUR30+
-Hydraulic Jack (you will need a proper main jack in conjunction with some axle stands
Basic Car Maintainence II; Brake Pad Change
Pad removal checklist
-Procedure -Check?
Loosen wheel nuts
Jack car up
Remove wheel
Examine braking system
Remove Caliper, Slide away from wheel
Open caliper pins, release brakepads
Check Brake disc for damage
Prior Preparation:
-Always park your car in a suitable area with adequate workspace when attempting a brakepad change. Secure the Handbrake and disengage gear to neutral, prior to jacking the car up.
-Now block the cars rear wheels so it wont roll once you jack it up onto the axle stands!
-Spread your tools out and select a wheelbrace, moving to one of the front wheels. The wheelbrace is a metal bar with a socket on the end for removing wheelnuts. It will usually come with your cars toolkit, however if you dont have one, a socket set purchase will be necessary!
-Its always a good idea before jacking the car up, to loosen the wheel nuts first, whilst the car still rests on the ground. Usually the nuts will be tight, so trying to loosen them whilst the wheel is in the air will create some problems, (i.e. the wheel will keep spinning around!). Grab your wheel brace and proceed to loosen the nuts, however dont take them off fully, loosen them just enough until they can later be removed by hand.
-Jack the car up in a suitable, supported area of the cars chassis. Recommended areas to jack the car up will be detailed in your cars, owners manual. Make sure you use the chassis as a jack point for trying to lift the car! Never work on a car which has been elevated by only a hydraulic jack. Place both axle stands under each end of the main front axle, lowering the car onto the stands
Removing old brakes:
-Now that the car is supported firmly on the stands, you can progress to remove the wheel! The already loosened wheel nuts can be removed by hand, and when taken off make sure to place them in a cardboard box or in a drawer so you can find them at a later stage!
-Remove the wheel slowly and place it under the cars door nearest the wheel you are working on. You can never be careful enough when working on a suspended car, in addition to the axle stands and jack you are using, its always a good idea to have that wheel there, in case a faulty axle stand, broken jack etc lets you down and could result in the car falling! Taking these small yet extremely relevant safety steps are extremely necessary.
-Now that you have removed the wheel entirely, a brake system assembly should be visible before you.(or if not your in trouble!). The braking system consists of a brake caliper, two brakepads and a brake disc.
-As the diagram illustrates, the brake caliper is attached to the brake disc. Inside the caliper are two brakepads which need changing. When you press the brake lever in your car, the caliper will squeeze the brakepads onto the brake disc, in turn slowing them down, and effectively then the wheel. Imagine a CD spinning around, where a hand then from either side clamps onto it slowly, that has the same principle as the braking system.
-There will be bolts which fix the caliper in place and prevent movement. Remove these bolts (spanner size requirements will vary on different cars, investing in a socket set is again advised!) and take the caliper away from the brake disc. You should now have the brakepads within vision through the caliper.
-Examine the caliper closely. On different cars, brakepads will be held in by contrasting methods. Clip pins usually fix the pad into place, so when you remove these pins the pad will be released and can then be removed. Follow this procedure and remove the old pads. While you are examining the brakepads, glance over the brake disc also, if it has any grooves or chips in it, it will need replacing.
Replacing with new pads:
-Now that you have removed the old brakepads and are ready to replace with new pads, firstly check you have bought the correct size and model! Compare the new with the old, and once satisfied progress to place the new pads into the brake caliper, and make sure they are put in the right way!!
o Pull quote for pic: "Brakepad wear will be significantly increased on the right-hand side front wheel, due to added weight of the driver under braking."
-In putting in new pads, you will have to push the caliper piston back in, in order to fit the new pads in. The piston is usually a round face which pushes the brakepads in when the brake lever is pressed by a cars driver. When you would have earlier took the pads out, the piston will have opened out. This can be slightly tricky, so try pushing it back in with the heel of your hand firstly. If that doesnt work you can try an flathead screw-driver to gently prise the piston down and back into original position.
-Repeat the above procedure, though in opposite motion. Ensure that the piston is back in place, fit the new pads and put the clips back on which hold them in place! Remount the caliper back on to the brake disc. When this has been completed check around the caliper and bolts to ensure everything has been completed successfully.
-Find your wheel nuts which earlier where placed in a box, and place the wheel back on. When lined correctly, place the wheel nuts on, only by hand. Remove the axle stands and release the Jack slowly until the car rests on the ground. Grab your wheel brace and tighten the wheel nuts. Hey Presto, you have a brakepad change, but wait, theres the other front wheel! Repeat the procedure on the other wheel.
When you have completely finished both wheels, before you go driving make sure to pump your brake lever inside the car or you will have no brakes! Press the brake lever up and down, this will force hydraulic oil back into the braking system, which will push your
Pad Replacement checklist
-Procedure -Check?
Push Caliper piston back in
Place pads back in and lock with pins
Remount caliper to brake disc
Check everything over
Remount wheel
Put wheel nuts back on
Pump Brake lever prior to driving!
Basic Car Maintainence II; Brake Pad Change Lincoln Navigator For Sale 00.00, Headers, Flowmaster Super 40 Exhaust Sound Video Clips. Duration : 1.18 Mins.
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Asbestos is a deadly fiber that seems to have been used in pretty much every industry since its fire retardant, insulating, and strengthening properties were discovered. One of those industries that used the fiber to a more limited degree is the automobile industry. The automobile industry is known to have included asbestos in the clutches, brakepads, and brake linings of their vehicles for years. For this reason, anyone working on a car should be exceptionally careful.
The clutch, regardless of whether the car has an automatic or standard transmission, is the part of the car that allows the car to shift between its gears. This allows the car to work at higher efficiency in the higher gears. The clutch is a very important piece of a car that is used almost constantly when the car is in use. It needs to be strong and able to withstand the engines heat. For these reasons, the clutches of many cars contain asbestos.
How To Replace Brake Pads
Any individual that has ever had a clutch replaced on a car knows that it is possible for the clutch to wear out with time and miles. Any item that is subjected to friction will become worn out. The clutch on a car is not an exception. When the friction starts causing the item to break down, dust commonly forms in the area around the clutch. This dust contains asbestos fibers. When the clutch area is opened up for repairs or to check everything out if theres any sort of problem, the dust can be stirred up and released into the surrounding area. Once released, the fibers can be inhaled or swallowed and can contaminate the entire car garage.
Asbestos and Car Components
Brakes are another huge asbestos problem for mechanics. There is even more wear and tear on brakes that causes the asbestos fibers to be broken down. These fibers are then contained in the brake housing on each wheel. Because the brakepads and the brake linings can both have asbestos in them, there is potentially much more asbestos present in brake repairs than in a clutch.
One thing that mechanics commonly do to clean off the brake housing is apply compressed air to remove all of the dirt and dust. This is the worst thing they could possibly do for their own health when dealing with asbestos fibers. The compressed air expels the dust from the brakes, this is true, but it also sprays it into the air of the car repair garage.
No mechanic, regardless of experience, is able to tell which brakepad or lining or clutch contains asbestos just by looking at the item. Because of this, any mechanic should treat every brake or clutch as containing asbestos and take all necessary precautions.
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Not everyone worries too much аbοut how clean his car іѕ while there аrе others that аrе obsessed with the state οf their ride. Probably there are also people who spend a lot of money to keep their cars in tip-top mechanical condition and even having them cleaned and detailed аt high priced car care places.
There are also who wаnt tο DIY with proper equipment - what u need is a water high-pressure cleaner. A set of portable ramps can also be useful... At 120bar [1680psi] couple with rotating and pulsing dirt blaster head cleaning cars has never been this easy - especially at those dirtiest corners such as tyres, wheels, brake callipers, wheel_arch, undercarriage, etc...
Tyre, wheel and brake calliper: before and after high-pressure cleaning
Just spray and wipe-to-dry. The result... ... sparkling clean in just a few minutes.
According to AutoZine Peugeot 308 scores 4.5-star [between "good" and "outstanding"], second behind 5-star ["outstanding"] VW Golf. Proton Cars and Dodge are rated as "junks" The ratings were based on: - Styling - Performance - Handling and ride - Comfort, equipment, practicality and safety - Quality and reliability - Price and running cost - InnovationCongratulations to all Peugeot 308 owners...
...and of course to those who can afford VW Golf
While in C-Segment Hot-Hatch category, VW Scirocco scores 5-star, ...alongsides with Evo X [5.5-star] and Impreza WRX STI [5-star].
The window channel on a car is where the water runs down and away from the glass. Window channels also help keep water out of the inside of the car. However, the seams in window channels may eventually separate due to the sheet metal flexing. When this happens, reseal the seams in the window channel.
Instructions
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Clean the window channel with soap and water.
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Dry the channel with a lint-free towel.
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Apply a bead of seam sealer to the seams on the window channel. Make sure that you get good coverage on any seams that are showing visible cracks.
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Smooth the sealer across the seams with your fingers.
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Allow the seam sealer to dry for at least 24 hours before exposing it to water.
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The McLaren F1 is a sports car designed and manufactured by Gordon Murray and McLaren Automotive, powered by 6.1liter V12 BMW S70 engine and uses gold foil as a heat shield in the exhaust compartment. On March 31, 1998, it set the record for the fastest production car in the world at 386.7 km/h ! 0–60 mph in 3.2 s
Powered by the mid-mounted 8 litre W16 engine pumping out 1001 PS (736 kW) at 6000 rpm and 1250 Nm of torque between 2200 and 5500 rpm. Has 4 turbochargers. The gearbox is a seven speed sequential with a fully automatic mode channeling that power to all four wheels.
Bugatti claims a top speed of 407 km/h and the 0-100 km/h sprint under 2.7 seconds!
The probability of anyone having a Bugatti Veyron in Malaysia [costs 3x more expensive than McLaren F1] is less than one-in-a million.
The shape of this car reminds me of a Jaguar E-type with registration number T2 and probably it was the only one of its kind in this country - belonged to [just] an A.D.O @ Machang. I was still a primary school kid at then.
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At 120bar [1680psi] couple with rotating and pulsing dirt blaster head cleaning cars has never been this easy - especially at those dirtiest corners such as tyres, wheels, brake callipers, wheel_arch, undercarriage, etc...
... sparkling clean in just a few minutes.
The ratings were based on:
Congratulations to all Peugeot 308 owners...
...and of course to those who can afford VW Golf
...alongsides with Evo X [5.5-star] and Impreza WRX STI [5-star].