2001-2003 Chevrolet Silverado Ignition Distributor System Corrosion Inspect/Replace
General Motors has decided to conduct a Voluntary Emission Recall involving certain 2001-03 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra model vehicles, equipped with a 4.3L V6 (RPO L35 – VIN W or RPO LU3 – VIN X) engine. The ignition distributor cap and rotor in these vehicles may corrode and cause ignition system failure. This condition may result in rough engine idle, misfire, stalls, engine cranks but does not run and/or illumination of the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL).
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HID Kit Xenon Installation Instructions
The Chemical gases, most of which are xenon and iodides, are filled the quartz tube of the light. Through the ballast, then the voltage of 12V DC will be increased to 23KV immediately: the electrons of the xenon in the tube will be dissociated because of the voltage swing and thus an electrical arc happens between the two poles. Xenon light is power saving, safe and has long life, high luminance. In addition of the use of the UV-cut quartz tube, the light is crystal forever.
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Datsun 2407 12V EtectroittC Ignition Distributor Installation Instructions
If you choose to not follow these detailed instructions, at a minimum, don’t overlook the following; items:
1. Set the timing to the new spec, which may be different from the original spec, (new spec; is 18 degrees BTDC at 650 rpm)
2 Install a 12 volt electronic ignition coil
3. Change the spark plug gap to the new spec (0.039″-0,043″),
4. Bypass or remove the ballast resistor from the ignition circuit
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2000-02 Audi TT 1.8T FWD/Quattro Dyno-Proven Cold Air Intake Installation
Before installing any parts of this system, please read the instructions thoroughly. If you have any questions regarding installation please contact the dealer you purchased this product from. Installation DOES require some mechanical skills. A qualified mechanic is always recommended.
*Do not attempt to install the intake system while the engine is hot. The installation may require removal of radiator fluid line that may be hot.
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1999.5-2001 Audi A4 (B5) HID conversion installation instructions
1. Take the kit out of the box and lay everything out. You can install either the ballasts or bulbs first but typically it is easier to install the bulbs first.
2. There are 3 T27 torx screws holding the headlight on. The 2 on top are visible in this picture.
3. with the 2 screws removed.
4. The third screw is shown here. A long extension is needed to get to it and an extendable magnet is helpful to retrieve the screw (or bit if it falls).
5. Disconnect the headlight and turn signal connectors and remove the headlight by pulling it toward the outside of the car and toward you.
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BMW Motorcycle R1100 RT and 1150RT 1 OFF Motorsports HID Installation Instructions
PREPARATION
Note:
• Left and Right are determined by the riders position as he is facing forward.
• It is noted that these instructions pertain to only R1100 RT and 1150RT
• Retain all fasteners for the body panels, all these fasteners will be reused.
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Vertex Electronic Distributor (2 Wire Unit with Ground)
Old Distributor Removal:
Step 1-Disconnect the coil trigger wire coming from the distributor to the negative (-) side of the ignition coil at the coil terminal. Disconnect the wire supplying current to the positive side (+) of the ignition coil. There may be two wires on this terminal, one from the ballast resistor and one from the starter solenoid. The ballast resistor should have one wire left, the Read more
Volkswagen Cabriolet How-to Adjusting CIS Air/Fuel Mixture & Idle
Start with a complete tune up (if not recently conducted):
• Replace ignition components: spark plugs, cap, rotor, wires (use Bosch ignition parts and use only W7DC or W7DTC plugs)
• Replace air and fuel filters
• Replace injector seals and idle screw O-ring
• Tighten the injector holders; replace the injector holders if needed
• Check for vacuum leaks using carburetor cleaner (spray around hoses, gaskets, injector O-rings); if idle goes up,
leak found (replace faulty part — use a bit of RTV when replacing gaskets)
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BMW E39 Euro-spec CELIS Angel Eye Head Light Installation
This DIY covers the install of Euro-spec CELIS (aka Angel Eye or halo) assemblies on a pre-2001 E39 to mimic the newer-style 2001+ E39 head lights. Note that the Euro-spec assemblies do not have the small side parking indicator, which is required for DOT-approval.
Recommended Parts:
Philips Ultinon 6000K Xenon HID bulbs (D2S)
Philips PY21W SilverVision bulbs
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2006 Hyundai Tiburon GT Clutch System
Identifying Clutch Cover & Disc Component With Torque Specifications REMOVAL 1. Drain the clutch fluid and transaxle gear oil. 2. Remove the transaxle assembly. 3. Insert the special tool (09411-25000) in the clutch disc to prevent the disc from falling. 4. Loosen the bolts that attach the clutch cover to the flywheel in a star pattern. 5. Loosen the bolts in succession, one or two turns at a time, to avoid bending the cover flange. CAUTION: DO NOT clean the clutch disc or release bearing with cleaning solvent.
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