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Does the A/C system in your 3rd generation Toyota RAV4 not blow as hard any more or smell musty? You probably need to either clean or replace the HVAC cabin air filter element. To view my complete DIY guide to the procedure, click on the text link or thumbnail picture below.

Toyota RAV4 Cabin Air Filter Replacement Guide

If the combo car key and remote control fob for your 3rd generation Toyota RAV4 isn’t working so well after a few years of use, you may need to replace its coin cell battery. For my complete guide to the procedure, click on the text link or thumbnail image below.

Toyota RAV4 Key Fob Battery Replacement Guide

The first step to troubleshooting any electrical problem with your 2nd generation Ford Escape SUV is to check for a “blown” or “short circuited” fuse in either the engine bay or passenger compartment fuse boxes. To view my quick DIY guide to the procedure, click on the text link or thumbnail image below.

Ford Escape Electrical Fuse Replacement Guide

The air filter for the Duratec 25 2.5 liter inline four cylinder engine of a 2nd generation Ford Escape should be checked at every oil change and replaced about every 15,000 to 30,000 miles depending on your driving conditions. To view my quick guide to the procedure, click on the text link or thumbnail image below.

Ford Escape Engine Air Filter Replacement Guide

Although the iridium tipped OEM spark plugs in a 08-12 Ford Escape with the Duratec 25 inline four cylinder engine can last up to 100k miles, they should be checked before then and possibly replaced. To view my complete guide to the procedure, click on the text link or thumbnail image below.

Ford Escape 2.5L Engine Spark Plugs Replacement Guide

The front brake pads of a 2nd generation Ford Escape can last anywhere from about 50-80,000 miles depending on your driving style and conditions. To view my complete guide to replacing the front pads, click on the text link or thumbnail image below.

Ford Escape Front Brake Pads Replacement DIY Guide

The best way to ensure that your 2nd generation Ford Escape runs reliably for many years is to regularly change the motor oil and replace the oil filter on the Duratec 25 2.5L I4 engine. To view my complete guide to the procedure including resetting the oil life monitor, click on the text link or thumbnail image below.

Ford Escape Duratec 2.5L Engine Oil Change Guide

In order to upgrade the OEM speaker, add soundproofing material or replace the power window motor in your 08-12 Escape SUV, you’ll first need to remove the interior door panel. To view my complete guide to the procedure, click on the text link or thumbnail image below.

Ford Escape Door Panel Removal Guide

Having trouble seeing out the rear windshield of your 2nd generation Ford Escape when it rains? You probably need to replace the rear wiper blade. Check out my quick guide to the procedure by clicking on the text link or thumbnail image below.

Ford Escape Rear Wiper Blade Replacement Guide

Many 2nd generation Ford Escape SUVs were not equipped with cabin air filters from the factory but owners can choose to install an element themselves. To view my complete DIY guide to the procedure, click on the text link or thumbnail image below.

Ford Escape Cabin Air Filter Install Guide