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How To: Remove a BMW E46 ignition cover to find ignition coils

In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to remove a BMW E46 ignition/valve cover to access ignition coils. Begin by removing the center section of the factory strut braes. Then remove the 3 twist locks, take the cover off and remove the cabin air filter. Before removing the housing, users will need to remove the plastic cover that holds the positive cable. At the bottom of the cabin air filter, users will need to remove the 4 screws. Now users will be able to remove the entire cabin air hou...

How To: Find the electric toilet at Hubris Comics in Fallout 3

If you're looking for Easter Eggs in the Xbox 360 hit, Fallout 3, this next tutorial will show you one that is quite shocking. In this video you'll be going after the electric toilet that can only be found at Hubris Comics. It's a regular toilet but is wired to 35 microfusion cells. Try to drink from it and you'll lose some health thanks to a little shock. Now if you're repair skill is high enough, you can actually disarm the toilet and take the cells with you. But first, you need to find it ...

How To: Change the headlights to a 2010 Kia Rio

When you own a car, it's important to know how things work and how to replace it. This not only educates you with how things work, but give you an upper-hand when it comes to repairs. This can be useful for those who are on a budget and need to save some time and money. So in this next tutorial, you'll find out how to change the headlights to a 2010 Kia Rio. It's an easy task that can take less than an hour to complete. So good luck and enjoy!

How To: Fix a toilet's tank

From time to time, toilets can be worn out and eventually break, resulting in repairs. Now calling a handyman or plumber is fine, but why spend so much money for something that you can easily do for fraction of what they would charge you? In this tutorial, you'll find out how to fix a toilet's tank. There can be many different problems that go on in a tank, but this is one of the most common problems. So check it out and good luck!

How To: Clean jaundiced plastic headlights

In this how to video, you will learn how to clean your plastic headlights. This is important if you cannot afford to replace the headlights of your classic or semi-classic car. Toothpaste works great as a rubbing compound to fix this. First, take a rag and rub the toothpaste into the headlights. Next, take the paste off with another rag. Use some water to aid you in this. Now, your once clouded lens will be fairly clear. You can then move on to the other side to finish the whole car. This vid...

How To: Take apart an Xbox 360 Live Vision Camera

In this how to video, you will learn how to dismantle an Xbox 360 vision camera. First, take off the sticker on the bottom with a knife. Next, unscrew the the screws on the bottom. You should note that the sticker is really easy to place back on. There will be two screws revealed once the sticker is off. Unscrew these to access the inside of the camera. The bottom plate will come right off now. There are two more screws holding the inside of the camera. Unscrew these to entirely dismantle the...

How To: Check to see if a string contains a value in MS Excel

New to Microsoft Excel? Looking for a tip? How about a tip so mind-blowingly useful as to qualify as a magic trick? You're in luck. In this MS Excel tutorial from ExcelIsFun, the 530th installment in their series of digital spreadsheet magic tricks, you'll learn how to use the OR, SEARCH and ISNUMBER functions to see if the descriptions in a data set contain a given value (in this case, "Repair" or "Rework").

How To: Remove the Sony Ericsson W580/W580i LCD screen

Repairs Universe demonstrates how to remove a Sony Ericsson LCD screen. First, remove the battery from the device. Use a safe pry tool and run it along the side of the phone to unclip the clips and release the top cover. Then, slide the phone forward and release the top cover. Next, remove the keypad from the device. Then, remove the LCD screen by prying the clips oven with the safe pry tool. Use the pry tool to pop the pop clip to fully remove the LCD screen. The new LCD screen is now ready ...

How To: Replace a broken iPod screen

This video will help you repair your iPod classic first to fourth or fifth generation that has been damaged. Overall goal is to remove the broken, smashed, destroyed screen by removing the broken screen from the main board and replacing it with another screen. You start first by removing the screen which is connected by a short ribbon cable. To detach the ribbon cable from the main board, you have to lift up the clip away by pushing your fingernail into the pin hole. This will push the black ...

How To: Repair a broken iPod LCD screen

This video teaches you how to replace a LCD screen for the 5th generation iPod. The tools you will need are a soft cloth, a mini screwdriver, a plastic or metal putty knife, and of course your iPod. First, pry your iPod open with your putty knife. Place the knife in between the metal base and white case and pull the knife around the iPod, to undo the clips holding the case together. Once open, lift up the hardware, remove the headphone assembly, and take out the screws on the side. Take the e...

How To: Find details about your RAM & processor type in XP

In this how-to video, you will learn how to check your personal computer's RAM, processor speed, and operating system information on Windows XP. First, go to start and select my computer. From here, click view system information to open a new window. A screen will show you the information you need, such as the type of operating system you are running, the size and speed of the processor, and the amount of ram you have. Click okay to exit this window. This will be helpful for doing upgrades or...

How To: Remove the fan assembly from a G5 iMac

In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to remove the fan assembly from a G5 i-Mac computer. This process is very fast, simple and easy to do. Begin by laying the i-Mac screen face down and remove the screws on the back cover. Then remove the back cover of the screen. There are 3 fans inside the i-Mac. These fans are not supported by any screws. Just simply lift up each fan to remove it. This video will benefit those viewers who have an i-Mac computer and would like to learn how to remove t...

How To: See who's using your wireless network on a Windows PC

This video shows you the method to find if someone else is using your Internet connection. There are two methods for this. The first method involves opening the start menu and click on 'Run'. Type cmd in the text box which opens as a result of clicking on 'Run'. Type NET VIEW at the command prompt. This will show all people using your network. The second method involves going to Start menu. Go to Connect to and Show all connections. Click on My network places. Click on 'View workgroup compute...

How To: Disassemble an Acer AspireRevo nettop PC

In this how-to video, you will learn how to disassemble an Acer Aspire Revo. First, unscrew the screw on the side of the laptop. From here, you must pull the top cover with the logo apart. This will be tough, but eventually it will be come off. A prying tool may be useful for this task. Now you will have access to the hard drive, RAM, CPU fan, processor, and wireless card. Now you are ready to perform any upgrades or repairs on your Acer Aspire. This video shows you the essential steps in ord...

How To: Stop on rollerblades

Learning to skate is one thing, but learning to stop is just as important. In this tutorial Patrick Eaves will walk you through the three different methods of stopping on your inline skates. The first method is the "snow plow". This method is recommended for beginners and only at slow rates of speed. To stop, slowly point your toes towards each other until you come to a rest. The second method is the "heel stops". On the back of one of your skates, usually the right, is a brake pad. When you ...

How To: Quickly create a Windows 7 boot disk

In this how-to video, you will learn how to quickly make a Windows 7 boot disk. This is essential for making backups or booting from something other than the operating system on your hard drive. First, go to the control panel and click the back up your computer option under system and security. Next, go to the left and click create a system repair disk. Put a blank DVD in to the optical drive. Select your drive and press create disk. This video shows just how quick and easy it is to make a bo...

How To: Make homemade bread crumbs

This video demonstrates how bread crumbs can easily be made at home. Two methods are shown for this. For both the methods first bread has to be dried in oven at 230 degrees. For this you can use fresh bread or stale bread. After heating the bread should become dry and hard. In the first method, break the dried bread into smaller pieces and put in a blender. Start the blender and crush them. Your bread crumbs are ready. In the second method Put the dried bread in a plastic bag and close the ba...

How To: Factor trinomials with the "swing method"

This is a very interesting educational video on how to find the factor trinomials using the swing method. Let us take an example and find the factor trinomials for 2xsquare-13x-45. Let us use the swing method. So now we will get 2xsquare -13x-45. You have to find the suitable factors of 90. It is 18 and 5. If you multiply 18 by 5 you will get 90. You will get (x-18over2)(x+5over2). The final answer is (x-9)(2x+5). Now we have found out the factor trinomials of 2xsquare-13x-45. This swing meth...

How To: Solve a linear system with no solution

A method for solving a linear system with no solution is described. The method is described in 4 steps. The first step in the method is designed to solve a linear system that is described consist of “solving by graphing”. Details for “solving by graphing” first consist of finding points to graph using two different equations. The second step in the method consist of placing the points from both equations on the same graph in order to find out if bo...

How To: Repair common problems with garbage disposals

Harry shows ways to fix common garbage disposal problems. First he shows if it hums use a crowbar to break free what is stuck. If you flip the switch and nothing happens it may be the red reset button on the bottom has popped out. He enplanes it may even be a bad wall switch or a bad breaker. He then shows you how to replace the disposal if that is what needs to be done. He shows you what to do if your new pipe is too short, how to properly wire your new one, and how to hook the drain for you...

How To: Repair a self-closing door

This video is about fixing self-closing doors. Doors close by themselves when they're not hung plumb, and gravity closes the door. The solution is to remove the hinge-pins and to roughen the bottom of the hinge-pins to create friction, keeping the door open. One removes the hinge-pin with a hammer and small screwdriver. Tap the bottom of the hinge-pin against a cinder block or rough, hard surface. If using this "friction-ized" hinge-pin does not solve your problem, try repeating this process ...

How To: Rejuvenate and repair damaged hair

This video shows the viewer how to rejuvenate damaged hair with a few simple techniques. The first stage is to not let the hair get damaged in the first place. One of the most common causes of damaged hair is excess use of heat on the hair – either through a blow drier, straightening iron or a curling iron. Another cause of damaged hair is allowing the hair to become matted. This can be sorted out by simply combing the hair. If the hair has become damaged the recommended approach is to get it...

How To: Prepare a cast iron skillet

For this to work, you will need to take your pan through a process of heating and cooling. You put it on the stove, start the heat and apply a thin layer of fat on it, with a napkin or brush. This will open up the pours of the pan. As the fat becomes to burn and the pan heats even more, place it on a lower setting on another part of the stove and continue to apply fat. This process repairs the pan, as it pushes the rust away from the pores, so you will have a stronger pan in the end. This wil...

How To: Replace the front oxygen sensor in a Saturn S series

Richpin's Auto Repair takes you through the steps of replacing the front oxygen sensor on a Saturn s-series vehicle. To begin replacing this sensor, you are shown how to remove the resonator box. Once the resonator box is removed you'll be shown a quick tip on how to make the removal of the oxygen sensor a little easier using PB Blaster spray. Next you'll be shown how to remove the electrical connector to the sensor and be given a suggestion on which tools are necessary to remove the sensor f...

How To: Perform the tear and repair magic trick

This is a video tutorial on how to perform the torn and restored trick. The effect is that a napkin is torn into several pieces and magically restored to the state it was before. To perform the trick, you need not one, but two napkins and a pen or a straw. Keep the pen in your back pocket. Keep one napkin hidden in your hand in the shape of a ball. While tearing up the other napkin, be careful not to flash the napkin ball in your hand. After you tear up the napkin, roll it into a ball and put...

How To: Tighten the cable input jack on a Stratocaster

This is a step-by-step video tutorial on how to keep up your guitar maintenance by tightening your cable input jack, a very simple but extremely important maintenance routine for your guitar. If you let the cable input jack loosen, it could end up costing you quite a bit for repair. First, you are going to need a 1/2" socket and a Phillips head screwdriver. You will need to unscrew the cable input jack. Next, use the 1/2" socket to tighten the nut on your input jack. Then screw the cable inpu...

How To: Stop overspending with feng shui at home

Elizabeth Chamberlain with Space Lift demonstrates how to stop overspending with feng shui at home. Feng shui is a great way to stop overspending and start saving. First, find your focus room by looking at your energy map. Lay your energy map over your home floor plan. The wealth area is in the far left hand corner of your home from the front door facing in. If your bathroom is in your wealth area, stop draining energy. Keep the toilet seat down. Plug any tubs or showers. Also, immediately re...

How To: Identify the rear axle on a Jeep Cherokee

Richpin's Auto Repair shows you how to properly identify the rear axle of a Jeep Grand Cherokee. This information will allow you to obtain the correct information for replacing this specific automobile part. The video will show you where you need to look beneath the vehicle to find out which style of rear axle your Jeep Grand Cherokee has. You'll be shown where to clean the dirt off of a specific area of the axle to obtain this important information. In this particular case, the rear end axle...

How To: Repair a shoe with Shoe Goo adhesive

Got holes in your shoes? Don't throw them away. Learn from one wise skater how to fix them up and get back on your feet. Get your hands on some Shoe Goo, which can be purchased at any sporting goods store. Grab a tissue or napkin and use it to plug the hole in your shoe. This will act as the base upon which you'll place the Shoe Goo. Once it's in place, coat the hole completely with Shoe Goo. Use gloves if you prefer, but it washes off your hands easily. Cover the torn area sufficiently that ...

How To: Eject and recover a stuck DVD on a Mac

In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to eject and recover a stuck CD or DVD on a Mac computer. There are several ways to eject a disc. The first method is to click on File and select Eject. The second method is to press the Command and E buttons on the keyboard. The third method is to click on the disc and drag it to the eject icon in the dock. The fourth method is to access Disc Utility in the Utility folder. Then click on the disc drive and click on the eject button. This video will be...

How To: Fix a knot

Ever find yourself short on material and that one board you really need has a nice open knot in it? You could always go out and buy more material, but sometimes its just easier and faster to stabilize and repair the knot. And instead of trying to hide the knot, sometimes it's just better to embrace it and make it look look resinous and natural. And that's the goal here. Our guide uses an epoxy/dye mixture to create a stable and decorative knot. With a little elbow grease, and this video from ...

How To: Repair coolant level sensors

Where is the coolant level sensor and how to fix or replace it on a Mercury Sable?? The coolant sensor is located in the coolant reservoir bottle. It cannot be serviced, you can only replace the reservoir. However, if just the sensor is bad, you can also try unplugging the sensor at the coolant reservoir bottle. Unscrew the two screws holding the reservoir bottle in place. With the bottle loose, tilt the bottle slightly toward you until you see wiring coming out of the reservoir bottle, that ...

How To: Winterize a car battery

Have your battery tested. If your battery is at least 3 years old, take it to a certified automotive repair facility. You do not want your battery, whose power is reduced by 50 percent during the cold weather, to go dead while you're in the middle of a snowstorm. If they are younger than that, make sure that the battery's posts and connections are free of corrosion. Also, make sure that your battery has all the water it needs.

How To: Solve a system of equations with the comparison method

In this video tutorial the instructor shows how to solve equations by the comparison method. In this method he isolates either the x or y variables in both the equations and now compares the other side of equations directly to derive the value of the other variable. Now this derived value of the variable can be used by substituting it in one of the original variables to derive the value of the other variable. He goes on and shows how to do this with an example by solving it. This video gives ...

How To: Fix a flat bike tire without tools

Simple instructions for doing a simple bike repair when you are on the road and don't have your tools. This vide shows how to take the tire off your bike rim without using tire levers. Our host demonstrates on a completely flat tire, and shows us how to leverage off the beads of the tire using only brute strength - the leverage of your hands. He then demonstrates how to put the tire back on. The final small section of bead is pushed on using his body strength. This technique is less likely to...

How To: Watch movies for free on the Internet

PCRescue Repair shows you how to be able to watch movies on the internet. What's special about this video though, is that he shows you how to watch them for free. He directs you to a website that gives you the ability to watch a variety of movies for free, right from the comfort of your home. From his own personal experience in using this particular website that he sends you to, he can explain in detail where to go, and how to locate the movies that you might be interested in. If you're bored...

How To: Wire a Type G electrical plug

The Type G plug is the standard plug in the United Kingdom, usually 230V and 50Hz, and is referred to as the BS1363 (British Standards 1363). It's most commonly referred to as the "13-amp plug" because it has a 13-amp fuse inside. The wires consist of a hot (or live) wire, neutral wire, and an earth (or ground) wire.