1. Press the small button in the front corner of the key fob. This releases the spare key from the device. Pull the spare key out of its slot.2. Examine the key slot to find the indention. Push the spare key into the indention.3. Lift up the cover while pushing in with the spare key. This pops off the key fob cover and allows you to replace the batte...
How to Change a Mercedes Battery
1. Locate the battery. The battery is found under the hood, on the left rear of the compartment (as you are facing the Mercedes).2. Remove the battery cover panel. It's black and will have instructions printed on it regarding the proper maintenance intervals for the battery. Using a flat screwdriver, remove the screw on the top and completely remove the covering panel.3. Detach the negative battery cable. The negative cable will be marked with a minus sign. Using a 10-mm wrench, loosen the bolt that closes the clamp of the negative cable around the negative battery lead.4. Detach the...
How to Register Your BMW
1. Double-click your Internet browser desktop icon. Access the BMW official website online.2. Click the 'My BMW' tab at the top of the BMW website's homepage. Click the 'Sign-In' action when the collapsible menu appears for 'My BMW'.3. Double-click the 'Create an Account' button in the lower-right corner of the Sign-In screen. You will be redirected to the BMW Registration page for the site.4. Enter your e-mail address in the designated data field, and retype your e-mail address for accuracy purposes. Create a password to accompany your e-mail address. Retype the password in the last data...
How to Change the Thermostat on a 2.8 VW Engine
1. Locate your thermostat housing. This can be done by starting at the large hose connected to the top of your radiator and following it to where it connects to the engine. The housing on the other end of the hose can be removed, and you will find the thermostat underneath.2. Use your wrench or your ratchet and socket to remove the thermostat bolts securing down the thermostat housing. Bolt sizes will vary depending on the model and year of the vehicle in question.3. Pull back the thermostat housing to expose the thermostat. Note how the thermostat is oriented, and then remove it from the...
How to Change a Mercedes Key Fob Battery
1. Remove the mechanical key from the Smart Key by sliding the button on the end of the Smart Key and pulling the mechanical key straight out.2. Insert the mechanical key into the opening on the end of the Smart Key and push it in until the cover on the back of the key opens. Remove the cover to expose the battery tray.3. Tap the Smart Key against your palm until the battery falls out. Use a lint-free cloth to insert the new battery, with the positive side facing up.4. Reinstall the battery cover by inserting the plastic tabs, then pushing the cover closed. Test the buttons to make sure...
DIY 2005 Audi A6 3.2 Oil Change
1. Drive onto the ramps, raise the hood and cut off the car's engine. Engage the parking brake and place wheel chocks behind the rear wheels to keep the car from moving.2. Slide underneath the car and unscrew the skid plate covering the oil drain plug. Set the skid plate aside and place the oil container pan underneath the oil drain plug. The A6's drain plug sit on the side of the oil pan, so situate the container pan to catch the oil that spurts out after you remove the oil drain plug.3. Remove the oil drain plug and gasket by twisting counterclockwise with the socket wrench. Allow the...
How to Remove the Head Lamp Lenses on a Mercedes CLK
1. Look into the hood of your car and locate the top of the head lamp.2. Remove the electrical connector that is located at the back of the head lamp. To do this, grab the back of the lamp and wiggle it until it pulls loose.3. Locate and grab the bulb holder that is located at the back of the housing for the lamp. Turn it halfway in a counter clockwise direction until you feel that you can pull it out of the housing.4. Turn the bulb counter clockwise approximately a quarter to a half turn and pull it from the holder.5. Lever a screwdriver into the bottom of the two plastic clips that...
How to Reset an Audi Service Light
1. Look at the dash instrument cluster and notice the square digital odometer in the center of the dash. There are two buttons, one on each side of the tripometer. The one on the right has a picture of a wrench on it and the other side sets the tripometer. This procedure works on Audi A4, S4, B6 and B7 models from 2002 to present.2. Hold the wrench button down and turn the ignition key to the 'On' position, without starting the engine.3. Push the left '0' button and hold it until the message center states 'Service! Indicator Reset Procedure/ Service Indicator Reset Complete.' Release the...
How to Remove the Left Wiper Arm on a BMW E38 740iL
1. Turn the E38's wipers on and stop them when the arms are at their topmost position. This will make the arm easier to remove.2. Remove the single retaining bolt on the bottom of the left wiper arm connecting it to the wiper motor.3. Pull up on the arm to remove it from the BMW. You will need to use slight pressure, as the wiper arm can be very stubborn. If you choose to use a wiper arm remover, grip the arm with the tool and pull up. Be careful not to damage the arm when removing ...
How to Drive a Tiptronic in the Audi
Gear Selector1. Start the engine and depress the brake pedal.2. Press the button on the gear selector level (center console) and pull it down to the 'D' setting, while continuing to hold the brake. 'D' will appear on the instrument cluster display.3. Push the gear selector to the right into the Tiptronic gate, to enter manual program mode. 'M' will appear on the instrument cluster display, followed by a number signaling the gear that your vehicle is currently in.4. Accelerate normally and push the gear selector forward in the Tiptronic gate to shift into a higher gear.5. Pull the gear...
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