The oil filter keeps your oil clear of dirt so that it can properly lubricate the engine. Internal-combustion engines require an oil filter in the automobile. Don't forget to replace your oil filter frequently if you want to keep your car running efficiently. Read Full Story
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Those dangerous emissions that come out of a vehicle's exhaust are reduced by catalytic converters. It was a requirement in 1975 when the Clean Air Act was administered. Vehicle emissions had to be reduced by 75% on all new vehicles as per the "Act." Every vehicle sold since early 1975 to the present is equipped with catalytic converter. Read Full Story
Discard the original dish cushion plates. The original dish cushion plates may have damaged the drum about .250” from the piston top ledge area. Check and ensure that all burrs have been filed away. Install the piston, followed by the Alto Spacer Plate. Next install the Alto Wave Cushion Spring. Install a steel plate, friction plate, steel plate, friction plate and finally the top pressure plate and snap ring. Air check the drum setup several times to seat all the components.
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To original Nissan radio is mounted to a center dash assembly which contains not only the radio but air conditioner controls, and two pockets below the radio. When replacing the radio, this entire assembly must be removed first, then the Nissan radio can be unscrewed and removed and a new replacement radio can be installed.
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Preparing Vehicle
a. Make sure vehicle is parked on level surface.
b. Set parking brake.
c. If engine has run in the past two hours, let it cool down.
d. Disconnect all negative battery terminals.
e. Jack up front of the vehicle and place on properly rated jack stands.
f. Remove driver’s side fender liner.
g. Do not discard stock components after removal of the factory system.
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Air filter removes dirt and other fragments flying in the air and keeping them from the system and causing engine damage. The air filter is part of a car's intake system and helps an engine breathe properly. In order to operate efficiently, a car engine must receive air and fuel in the correct proportions. Before going into the intake system, air first goes through the air filter. Read Full Story
It is preferable to park on a flat surface, as you may have to engage and disengage the hand brake and shift from gears to neutral. If you cannot do so and are obliged to install the short shifter on a slightly inclined surface, place wooden blocks in front or behind the wheels to prevent the car from moving while you’re working.
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This inlet pipe kit may require the removal and reinstallation of emissions related components. If you are not familiar with the installation and/or the operation of these components then please refer this installation to a qualified professional.
Removing the stock air inlet system
a) Remove the bolts and nut holding the strut tower bar in place. Unclip the electrical wiring loom connections.
b) Remove the bolts and nut on the passenger side. Remove the remaining bolts to the strut bar... Read Full Story
In low-speed collisions, bumpers will help prevent or reduce physical damage to the front and back of your Nissan Altima. The bumper is never intended to take the whole brunt of a heavy collision. This part of the car is for the protection of other parts in the event of an accident. Read Full Story
