Maintenance How-Tos

How To: Change motorcycle spark plugs

Expert mechanic, Jesse Grahm shows you the easy way to change your plugs and set the gap so you can keep roaring down the highway with your maximum power potential in full effect. In step-by-step videos, he demonstrates how to remove the seat, fuel tank, air filter box, velocity stacks, solenoid and ignition coils to get to the spark plugs.

How To: Use and maintain an air compressor

This is a great video clip series that will give you a good understanding of an air compressor and how it does what it does. You'll learn everything from how to maintain it, change it's oil and of course how to use one to its many parts, what they are used for and safety features.

How To: Change your brake fluid

In this video series you'll learn basic brake fluid maintenance and how to change the brake fluid on your vehicle. Expert mechanic Jon Olson walks you through the process step-by-step, explaining how your braking system functions, how to fix a simple leak in your brake line and how to check your brake fluid and tell when it has gone bad. He also explains how to bleed your brakes in easy-to-follow steps, including using a bleeder wrench to loosen and tighten the bleed.

How To: Change brake pads

In this video clip series, our expert will demonstrate brake pad installation, including instructions on filling brake fluid, locating caliper bolts, removing the tires for disc brake changes, as well as rotor, caliper and brake pad cleaning techniques.

How To: Replace wiper blades

In this short series, Nathan shows you everything you need to know about changing wiper blades. He shows you how to know when they need to be replaced, how to choose an new blade, how to install them and how to fix them.

How To: Maintain and repair a motorcycle

In this do-it-yourself motorcycle maintenance course on video, learn how to properly repair and maintain your bike, so that you can ride cross country without having to stop in at a mechanic. The ultimate riding experience is characterized by freedom and independence. Imagine cruising down the highway, going 75mph, mirrored sunglasses and bandana in place, sun setting behind you—only to have your ride stall out just as you realize how cool you must look.

How To: Tune up your car

In this video series, learn from expert mechanic Nathan McCullough as he teaches and demonstrates how to tune-up a car and do a complete vehicle overhaul. Learn how to check your transmission fluid, air filter, power steering fluid, clutch fluid, brake fluid, radiator and coolant hose, drive belt; how to change your spark plugs and your distributor cap; how to replace your windshield wipers and washer solvent; how to check for tire wear; how to change your oil and check for leaks.

How To: Check and refill engine coolant

For a car to operate normally, it must have some basic care and maintenance. In these free automotive repair videos, learn how to maintain your engine cooling system. The cooling system keeps your car from overheating on the road; a lot of heat is generated by an internal combustion engine, which must be properly dissipated. Our expert will show you how to check antifreeze levels and mix and refill your fluid if needed. He’ll also give you tips on how to find leaks, and how to flush your cool...

How To: Check and fill car fluids

In these videos on automobile maintenance you’ll learn how to check all of the major fluids which keep your car operational. Expert Jon Olson demonstrates how to locate the dipstick to check your engine oil, how to check your transmission fluid, brake fluid, power steering fluid, windshield washer fluid, and battery fluid levels. He’ll also show you how to check all of these components for leaks, and how to troubleshoot mysterious fluids that might appear on the ground under your vehicle. Tak...

How To: Change motorcycle tires

Therefore, those tires still need to be changed from time to time, because of a flat, or because the tread wears out—or maybe just for the purposes of an upgrade. In this motorcycle maintenance video series, learn how to change a tire on your bike. Our expert mechanic will walk you through the process, with tips on what tools to use, how to remove the carter pin and axle nut, how to loosen chain bolts and punch the axle, types of tires to choose from, how to replace the tire and properly alig...

How To: Charge your car battery with red wine

If you ever need to start your car but the battery is dead, Kipkay has the answer in this how-to video. All you need to charge it is a little red wine. This is not an excuse to drink and drive. Watch this video tutorial and learn how to charge your car battery with red wine.

How To: Pick up a fallen motorcycle

This video will show you how to pick up a fallen bike that's on its side. Video is brought to you by F650.com. They give you safety tips about how to deal with the crash or fall that caused the bike to be 'fallen'. They also show a light weight woman attempting the lift too.

How To: Clean windscreen washer jets

Blocked windshield wiper jets can be a real nuisance. Moreover they can impair your ability to drive creating a hazard for you and others. This video will show you how to clean your blocked jets. Clean windscreen washer jets.

How To: Silence an alarm

Ever had your car alarm go off when you did not want it to go off? This video will show you how to silence that annoying blare. You will need an alarm key, fuse puller, spanner and PIN memory keeper. Silence an alarm.

How To: Protect your car interior

Food and drink spills have always been a nuisance by staining your car's interior, and causing your car's resale value to depreciate even more than necessary. Learn how to protect your car's carpeting and upholstery to keep the interior looking brand new and guarantee the highest possible resale value when it's time to sell.