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Popular Mechanics
March 2007
Mike Allen |
Unplugging ABS Sensors If your ABS gives out, you'll still have brakes, but not the antilock feature. On most vehicles, this is not an issue, but on some -- notably pickup trucks -- this can lead to lack of stability.   |
AskMen.com
October 25, 2002
Scott Roush |
The Benefits Of ABS Despite the strong penetration in the car market, recent surveys indicate that almost half the drivers on the road still do not know how to use antilock brakes properly. Drivers need to learn how to use antilock brakes properly. |
Popular Mechanics
September 8, 2009
Mike Allen |
10 Car Mysteries Solved: Expert Car Clinic Q&A Solutions for a variety of engine problems that are certain to help car owners. |
Popular Mechanics
August 2004
Mike Allen |
Fixing Faulty Cruise Control Cruise control is a terrific device that substantially reduces the driver's workload on long trips and can save substantial amounts of fuel and expense over the life of the vehicle--until it stops working. |
Popular Mechanics
April 2007
Mike Allen |
How to Bleed Your Brakes: Saturday Mechanic Air in your brake system can make your brake pedal feel spongy. You should flush the lines every two to three years. Here's how... A primer on brake fluids... |
Popular Mechanics
May 2009 |
How to Diagnose Car Electrical Problems by Tracing Voltage Drops Electricity shouldn't be daunting, especially when it comes to automotive wiring. |
Popular Mechanics
July 2008
Mike Allen |
How to Use an Auto Scan Tool: Saturday Mechanic Use this tool to determine the reason why the check engine light in your car turned on. |
Popular Mechanics
September 2006
Ken Juran |
Replacing a Sealed Wheel Bearing All vehicles have wheel bearings. And sooner or later, those bearings will have to be replaced. |
Popular Mechanics
January 2003
Bob Freudenberger |
Dealing With A Low Brake Pedal There are only two plausible reasons for a low pedal: air in the system; and excessive movement between linings and rotors or drums. Professionals and do-it-yourselfers alike are often guilty of misdiagnosis -- they blame the master cylinder, though it is seldom the culprit. |
Popular Mechanics
September 2002
Paul Weissler |
Today's Tuneup/Version 2002 While it has changed significantly -- even in the last seven or eight years -- the concept of a tuneup itself is anything but gone. |
Popular Mechanics
January 2007
Ken Juran |
Saturday Mechanic: Servicing Tapered Wheel Bearings Unlike sealed wheel bearings, the front wheel bearings found on a typical rear-wheel-drive car or truck employ two-piece caged bearing assemblies. How to clean and repack these bearings in this step-by-step slide show. |
Popular Mechanics
October 17, 2007
Mike Allen |
Whatever Happened to the 42-Volt Car? It's been just about 10 years since the auto industry was abuzz with the impending transition of automotive electrical systems from 12 volts to 42 volts. Didn't happen. Isn't gonna. Stop holding your breath. |
Popular Mechanics
March 3, 2010
Mike Allen |
Anatomy of Toyota's Problem Pedal: Mechanic's Diary Toyota deserves a better deal than the media and Congress are giving it. |
Popular Mechanics
December 2006
Ben Stewart |
Is Your Car Smarter Than You Are? The computing power of the family car has grown exponentially. The question is: Do we like it? |
Boating
December 2006
Ed Sherman |
The Boat Doctor - Shock-less Therapy Troubleshoot your electronics with a digital volt-ohm meter. Many boaters own one, or should, but few know how to use it. |
Home Toys
December 2002
David Steele |
Driveway And Entry Annunciators For Home Automation Driveway and entry annunciators have been around for many years. To add them to your home automation and security system can add a whole new meaning to convenience. They can provide you not only with being alerted when a visitor approaches, but also turn on lights for safety and convenience. |
Popular Mechanics
February 9, 2010
Larry Webster |
Toyota Cites Brake Software Problems in New Prius Recall The Prius, Toyota's technological flagship, may have a brake problem. Under certain conditions, according to the company, there may be slight interruption in the car's brake response. |
Popular Mechanics
September 2008
Mike Allen |
Your Guide to Upgrading Wheels & Tires: Saturday Mechanic Provide better grip for your car without compromising your vehicle's original engineering. |
IEEE Spectrum
April 2006
Brian Betts |
Smart Sensors A single moment of human error can make a sensor and all the data it gathers worse than worthless. A new standard for analog sensors could save lives and money. |
Home Toys
June 2004
Bert Centala |
Sensors Make "Sense" for Home Automation Environmental sensor products can be a welcome addition to almost any Home Automation system whether they are used to actively control HVAC devices or to simply monitor key environmental parameters. |
IEEE Spectrum
August 2010
Sally Adee |
A Fly-Eye Inspired Speed Sensor First sensor to directly measure speed uses algorithms from fruit-fly steering circuits |
PC World
May 21, 2007
Amber Bouman |
Think You Have On-Site Service? Maybe Not Another reason to read the fine print before you purchase on-site repair services for your electronics. |
Home Toys
June 2002
Roy Schofield |
Using VIOM Versatile Input Output Module for Home Control Often adding timers, relays and assorted components can lead to a home automation system that is unreliable and difficult to service. The VIOM controller can provide a single-board solution giving a flexible and reliable solution. |
IEEE Spectrum
June 2008
Neil Savage |
Chip for Future Eye Implants Runs on Picowatts, Thanks to New Deep-Sleep Tech Chip could run for a year on millimeter-sized battery. |
