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If you need to clean or change the A/C system’s cabin air filter element in your 6th generation (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and probably also the 2021) Hyundai Elantra sedan, check out my DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link or thumbnail image below.

2017-2020 Hyundai Elantra Cabin Air Filter Replacement Guide

If you need to change a burnt out dome light bulb in the housing attached to the headliner above the rear passenger seats in your sixth generation (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and probably also the 2021 model year) Hyundai Elantra sedan, check out my DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part number) by clicking on the text link or thumbnail image below.

2017-2020 Hyundai Elantra Dome Light Bulb Replacement Guide

If you need to change a burnt out map light bulb in the overhead console of your sixth generation (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and probably also the 2021 model year) Hyundai Elantra sedan, check out my DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part number) by clicking on the text link or thumbnail image below.

2017-2020 Hyundai Elantra Map Light Bulbs Replacement Guide

After a few years of use, the battery inside the key fob remote control for the keyless entry system of a sixth generation (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and probably also the 2021 model year) Hyundai Elantra can become weak or stop working entirely. Check out my DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part number) by clicking on the text link or thumbnail image below.

2017-2020 Hyundai Elantra Key Fob Battery Replacement Guide

If you need to change the rear disc brake pads on your 4th generation (2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 & 2020) Kia Optima sedan, check out my DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link or thumbnail image below.

2016-2020 Kia Optima Rear Brake Pads Replacement Guide

If you need to replace worn out rubber rear trailing arm bushings (RTABs) on the suspension system of your BMW E36 (1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999 & 2000 model year) 3 Series sedan, check out this DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the required tools list, compatible replacement part numbers and torque specifications) by clicking on the text link or thumbnail image below.

BMW E36 Rear Trailing Arm Bushings Replacement Guide

If you’ve been hearing a grinding, squealing or scraping sound coming from the front end of your 4th generation (2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 & 2020) Kia Optima when you step on the brake pedal, you probably need to change the front brake pads. Check out my DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link or thumbnail image below.

2016-2020 Kia Optima Front Brake Pads Replacement Guide

The best way to keep your fourth generation (2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 & 2020) Kia Optima running reliably is to regularly change the motor oil and replace the oil filter on the Theta II 2.4 liter GDI inline four cylinder engine at least every 7,500 miles or once per year. Check out my DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the compatible replacement filter part numbers, oil type and service required message reset instructions) by clicking on the text link or thumbnail image below.

2016-2020 Kia Optima Theta II 2.4L GDI I4 Engine Oil Change Guide

If you’ve been hearing a chirping, squealing or screeching sound coming from the Theta II 2.4L GDI I4 engine in your 4th generation (2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 & 2020) Kia Optima, you may need to replace the main drive serpentine accessory belt or the thin stretch belt that joins the crankshaft pulley to the coolant pump. To view my DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part numbers), click on the text link or thumbnail image below.

2016 To 2020 Kia Optima Serpentine Accessory Belt Replacement Guide

 

The PCV (positive crankcase ventilation) valve in a 4th generation 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020 Kia Optima with the Theta II 2.4L GDI I4 engine should be checked every 30,000 miles and possibly changed every 60,000 miles depending on your driving conditions. Check out my DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link or thumbnail image below.

2016-2020 Kia Optima PCV Valve Replacement Guide