Thursday, November 28, 2013
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Toggle switches are utilized in virtually all appliances, vehicles and structures. As a result, their mounting system is designed to be universal. It consists of a circular base with threaded sides, a washer, and a small threaded nut. The circular base is inserted from under or behind the mounting surface while the washer and nut are installed over the actuator in the front or top of the mounting surface. This type of fixture can be installed into any solid surface. When tightening the retaining nut be careful to avoid damaging the mounting surface.
Instructions
1 Unscrew the mounting nut from the male threaded mounting fixture that makes up the base of the actuator with pliers.
2 Drill a hole in the surface you wish to mount the switch to. The hole should be just large enough to allow the threaded male mounting fixture to slide through.
3 Slide the threaded male mounting fixture through the hole.
4 Slide the washer and mounting nut over the actuator and onto the male threaded mounting fixture.
5 Tighten the mounting nut with pliers until it is snugly in place.
Sunday, October 27, 2013
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A vehicles ignition switch is inside its steering column and is the mechanical device that sends a signal from the key to the engine to turn over. A key operates the ignition switch. In many late-model vehicles the ignition switch is programmed to work with specific car keys by using a pre-programmed key code. Acquiring new keys for your vehicle requires knowing your key code so the company cutting your keys can cut them to fit your ignition.
Instructions
1 Find the vehicle identification number on your vehicle. Typically, VINs are on the paperwork you signed and received when you purchased your vehicle, on your insurance card, title and registration and on the inside panel of the drivers door.
2 Call your vehicles service department or dealership to order a new key. Provide the dealership the VIN for your car. Your VIN contains a specialized key code that works only for your vehicle. This code will allow your dealership to correctly cut and shave your key to the correct size.
3 Pick up and pay for your new key. Use the owners manual that came with your vehicle to correctly program your new key to work with the vehicles ignition switch and computerized key code.
Thursday, October 24, 2013
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The headlight switch on a 1991 Camaro RS is located on the plastic housing surrounding the instrument cluster. This switch controls the headlights, parking lights and the dimming of the instrument panel lighting. If this switch fails, you will not be able to operate any of these lights. You can replace the switch with just a few basic tools.
Instructions
1 Remove the fog light switch from the dash housing. Use a small screwdriver and pry lightly at the edges of the switch housing. Be careful not to scratch the plastic housing that surrounds the switch. Once the switch is free, unplug it and set it aside.
2 Access the release knob located on the bottom of the headlight switch by reaching through the fog light switch opening.
3 Press the release button and pull the headlight switch knob and shaft toward you. It should release, allowing you to remove it.
4 Remove the retaining nut that holds the switch in place using a pair of long needle nose pliers.
5 Remove the cosmetic housing by pulling carefully toward you. Plastic tabs on the rear of the housing keep it in place and should release with light pressure.
6 Pull the headlight switch out to access the plug. Using a small screwdriver, press the release tab on the connector and unplug the switch.
7 Remove the old switch and plug in the new switch. Push the new switch back into place.
8 Replace the cosmetic housing. Attach the retaining nut to the headlight switch before pushing the housing into final position. Tighten the retaining nut with the long needle nose pliers. This will secure the headlight switch to the housing.
9 Insert the headlight knob and shaft into the new headlight switch. There is no need to press the release button because the switch is spring loaded. Replace the fog light switch to complete reassembly.
Friday, October 18, 2013
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A vehicles oil pressure switch keeps track of the oil pressure that the oil pump creates. This is important because low oil pressure can severely damage a vehicles engine due to the fact that the engine needs adequate lubrication at all times.
On older model vehicles, an oil pressure switch will send a signal to the oil pressure light. This warning light comes on when the car is cranked but goes off as the pressure builds. The oil pressure switch on newer model vehicles will signal its computer, which can cause a car not to start if it has low oil pressure.
In addition to an oil pressure warning light, some automobiles also have a gauge which the oil pressure switch can inform of the vehicles current oil pressure levels. The pressure levels typically range from about 7 psi to 12 psi when the automobile is idling and 40 psi to 60 psi when the automobile is being driven.
When it has been determined that an oil pressure switch needs a replacement, there are a few things that should be done in advance. Have a reputable mechanic check that oil levels are correct. The vehicles oil pressure should also be checked to make sure it matches specifications required by the vehicles manufacturer.
Wednesday, October 2, 2013
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Since Karl Benz patented the automobile in 1886, it has undergone some drastic changes, such as: electric starter motor, fuel injection, electronic ignition and computerized engine management. One of the electronic advancements in modern automobiles was the neutral safety switch, This switch acts as a safety device by preventing the vehicle from starting in gear. When the neutral safety switch fails, it can cause more problems than you may think.
The neutral safety switch uses both electronic and mechanical mechanisms to perform its main function, which is to sense the position of the gear shifter and only allow an electrical current to pass through to the starter motor if the gear shifter is in "Neutral" or "Park."
On some vehicles, the neutral safety switch performs multiple tasks. The most common secondary function is as the reverse light switch, meaning it also engages the reverse lights when you place the gear shifter in reverse.
As with any electromechanical component on your vehicle, the neutral safety switch can fail over time. If this sensor cannot correctly read the shifter being in Park or Neutral, it will not allow the car to start, leaving you stranded where you are.
