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Repairing Power Windows What are the typical power window problems? Simply stated: drag, a mechanical failure in the mechanism, or an electrical issue.   |
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July 2009 |
How to Replace A Broken Fan Motor: DIY Auto There's a brief sizzle from under the dash, followed by an even more acrid smell. What's going on? Paradise by the dashboard vents is over. Your fan motor has died. |
Popular Mechanics
March 2005
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Fixing Hood and Trunk Latches Having trouble getting under the hood? Or getting into the trunk to get the tools to fix what's broken under the hood? Try these fixes. |
Popular Mechanics
February 2003
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Fixing A Dead Horn The horn is required equipment by law -- you'll need to get it fixed or you may not be able to pass inspection. |
Popular Mechanics
December 2006
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Saturday Mechanic: Reattaching a Rearview Mirror Replacing a rearview mirror is straightforward; you probably won't need any tools beyond a screwdriver and an Allen wrench. |
Popular Mechanics
November 2007 |
How to Stop Your Car From Squeaking: Saturday Mechanic Suspension and steering joints wear out -- and ultimately fail -- when unlubricated metal-to-metal contact erodes bushings and bearing surfaces, much like 40-grit sandpaper on a wooden table. So let's nip this degradation in the bud. |
Popular Mechanics
April 2004
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Repairing Windshield Washers Your windshield washers are a valuable safety system on your car or truck. And like other automotive systems, this one can require a little maintenance. |
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November 24, 2008
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15 Ways to Prepare Your Home for the Holidays Great ideas for cleaning and getting your home in shape to receive visitors |
Popular Mechanics
April 2009
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Window Theory: Seal Windows for a More Efficient Home There's a lot at stake when it comes to choosing, installing and sealing windows. |
This Old House
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From the Ground Up: Windows and Doors What makes a grand opening? Tom Silva explains how to choose and install windows and doors to make your home weather-tight. |
Popular Mechanics
April 2010
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How to Fix Sagging Car Doors: Saturday Mechanic Sagging door hinges can often be rebushed in less than 10 minutes for under 10 bucks. |
Popular Mechanics
January 27, 2009 |
7 Quick Fixes for Broken and Stuck Windows For most home repairs there's no need to call for a repairman. The solution lies in tapping your ingenuity and using a few common household materials in innovative ways. |
Popular Mechanics
November 6, 2007
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If It's Already Broke, Why Do I Have to Fix It? Too much of what we design and manufacture today is broken from the get-go. How can you effectively design a car that needs to be repaired and maintained if you've never actually worked on one? |
Popular Mechanics
March 17, 2009 |
6 Low-Voltage Electrical Repairs You can Do Yourself Doorbell doesn't ring, or rings continuously... Wall or ceiling light doesn't light... Cordless power tools losing power... Cordless phone won't hold a charge... Extension cord resistance... |
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Downloadable Fall Inspection Checklist Fall is the time to give your house its annual physical -- before winter's harsh weather sets in. Use this detailed checklist as a guide to making a repair list. |
U.S. CPSC
July 27, 2011 |
Kohler Co. Announces Recall of Shower Doors Due to Laceration Hazard The hinge panel of the shower door can shatter, posing a laceration hazard. |
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September 19, 2008
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7 Steps to Save Money This Fall by Sealing Leaks and Drafts Finding and filling the dozens of gaps in the shell of your house should be tackled before you even think about replacing windows and doors. |
Popular Mechanics
January 2009
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How to Read a Mechanic's Work Order: Saturday Mechanic You can troubleshoot your repair after it's done -- without turning a wrench. Here's an overview of the sometimes confusing world of the repair order. |
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March 24, 2009 |
How to Fix Broken Electrical Outlets Hang a power strip... Lamp plug fall-out... Finding which fuse has blown... Extension-Cord rules... etc. |
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October 4, 2006 |
CPSC Warns Older Window Coverings Pose Strangulation Risk to Children Steps consumers can take to help prevent strangulation from window coverings. |
Popular Mechanics
July 2000
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Replacing Your Water Pump Its rubber parts may disintegrate if the engine overheats, and its polished sealing faces can wear and warp if the engine is run dry. Typically, pumps will start leaking catastrophically shortly after a boil-over. This kind of failure can be worse than it sounds... |
This Old House
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Easy Fix for a Leaky Toilet Replacing the wax seal can prevent costly structural damage. |
Popular Mechanics
March 2008
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How to Fix Your Broken AV Sound System Receiver: Tech Clinic Before you toss out your non-functioning speaker system, perform this double-check. |
This Old House
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Light, Views, and Air Unfortunately, the power of windows is often most evident when the size, type, or location is miscalculated. So be sure to apply these three rules when you're choosing new windows. |
PC Magazine
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Control a Window with the Keyboard Keyboard shortcuts to resizing or move a window. |
This Old House
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The Motley Fool
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Hold In That Hot Air! Winter's coming, and for many of us it's accompanied by the annual knot of concern over high home heating costs. Winterize your home now for big savings. |
U.S. CPSC
October 21, 2010 |
Kohler Co. Recalls Bath Doors Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Selected Lowes's and Home Depot Stores The glass doors can shatter, posing a laceration hazard. |
U.S. CPSC
September 30, 2004 |
Old Window Coverings Pose Strangulation Risk Consumers are urged to repair or replace window coverings purchased before 2001. Strangulations can occur when young children become entangled in the inner or outer cord on the window covering. |
This Old House
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A Wall of Windows Goes Into the TOH Cambridge House Catch up on advances in home-window manufacturing. |
AskMen.com
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How To: Winterize Your Home As energy prices soar worldwide, getting your home ready for the upcoming winter season is a smart way to save money, with the added benefit of keeping your home nice and warm during the colder half of the year. |
PC Magazine
February 14, 2007 |
Herding Wandering Windows Problems with resizing windows. |
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January 12, 2005
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Bogus Security Warnings When a warning pops up unexpectedly as you're surfing, take your time before responding. |
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My Place: Thomas Ennis's Glass Beach House The owner of this glass beach house holds 29 patents. He's putting some of them to work around the house. |
