How To Replace GM Passlock Ignition Key Lock Cylinder and Relearn Procedure

The ignition lock cylinder contains the pass-lock security chip that is extremely common to fail on the above vehicles. A typical symptom of failure is the security light illuminating on the dash. Also, keep in mind the electronic ignition switch is located just behind the lock cylinder. It is the plastic part that the ignition lock cylinder fits into. It contains the actual electrical connections and wiring and it sends current to numerous different components. This part is not as common as the lock cylinder, however many times it also needs replacement. A proper diagnosis is needed to verify these parts are failed or possibly failing intermittently.

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2000 Silverado AC Condenser & Radiator, Receiver Dryer, and Orifice Tube

This vehicle had enough debris between the AC condenser and radiator that it prevented the airflow needed to remove the heat from both the condenser and radiator. This actually causes both systems to run hotter and under more stress than normal. We can tell by measuring the system pressures that the AC condenser had a problem, either a clog internal or external. We proceeded to inspect the condenser by removing it as this vehicle has zero clearance for visual inspection without removal. Once removed we found the debris. We cleaned the debris out of the radiator and gave the customer...

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Universal Seat Heater Kit: Installs in any car. The permanent cure for the cold winter rump!

This kit is designed to add heated seats to cars that did not originally include them. It is designed to work with just about any seat style and is not too difficult to install. You can click the link above to purchase the kit. Or click here. The kit includes everything you need to install a seat heater into a single seat. I installed this into my own car (we made a video of it too) last winter, and it works wonders. Now, a year later, with the cold air starting to set in, I have already fired it up...

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Replacing a Window Motor on a Subaru Impreza

APDTY 853914 Power Window Lift Motor For Subaru (8-Tooth Gear Included) Buy Now These instructions are for replacing a front window motor on 2002-2007 Subaru Impreza vehicles. 1) Remove the front door trim.*Caution, Do not apply excessive force to the clips. Otherwise, the clip may be broken. Pull up the inner remote cover toward you to remove the upper hook. Pull it down to remove the lower hook. Remove the inner remote cover. 2) Remove the screw, then remove the power window switch assembly and disconnect the harness connector. 3) Remove the screw under window switch panel. Then remove the...

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Kia or Hyundai Motor Driven Power Steering Clunk Noise MDPS Rubber Coupler

The Motor Driven Power Steering, or MDPS, Coupler is a common failure for these vehicles. It causes a clunking noise while steering. It is a simple rubber coupler that gets shredded over time. This specific car had 75,000 miles on it when it failed. We'll show you how to replace it. This is just one of the more popular instructional videos on our YouTube channel. See more of our content at https://www.youtube.com/APDTY.

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