How to Install Seat Covers On a Mercedes Benz Sl 500

1. Pull away the plastic siding of the seat bases to expose the bottom edge of the seat cushions. Remove the seat adjusting levers by unscrewing the hardware with a Philips head screwdriver. Remove the retaining bolts with an adjustable wrench.
2. Cover the bottom seats with the bottom seat covers. Pull the bottom seat covers over the bottom cushions and tuck the cover between the seat cushions. Push the rear hooks between the bottom cushions and back cushions of the seats. Smooth out all wrinkles as best as you can.
3. Secure the bottom seat covers to the undersides of the seats by attaching the hooks together. Reach underneath the seats, grab the front and rear hooks of the seat covers, pull them together underneath the seat and attach them to secure the cushions to their seats.
4. Grab the strings on the sides of the bottom seat covers and pull them taught to smooth out any remaining wrinkles. Pull the strings down the sides of the seats and wrap them underneath the seats. Tie them to the underside of your seats while keeping them taught.
5. Slip the backrest covers over the backrests of your seats.
6. Insert your hand into the seatbelt slits on the covers, grab the seatbelts and pull them through each slit.
7. Pull the backrest covers taught, keeping them centered on the seats. Push the hooks at the front of the backrests through the gap between the backrest and bottom cushion. Secure the backrest covers by attaching the hooks together.
8. Tuck the edges around the seatbelt slits underneath the plastic trim surrounding the seatbelt using a screwdriver to push in the fabric.
9. Replace the retaining bolt and secure it into place with an adjustable wrench. Replace the seat adjusting levers and screw them into place. Replace the plastic siding on each seat.

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How to Identify Which 2.8 My Audi Has

1. Locate the engine block stamping. According to the Snap On PDF technical manual on the w124 Performance site, the engine block stamping is usually on the passenger side of the block, near the timing chain tensioner. It is visible when looking down between the throttle valve control and the valve cover. Later-model 2.8-liter engines have an identification sticker with the code, normally on the drivebelt cover at the front of the engine.
2. Locate the engine identifier on the tag. Audi uses a two-to-three letter code to identify their engines. The letters are at the beginning of the identification number, followed by a sequential engine production number. An example of an engine code is 'AFC.'
3. Identify which Audi 2.8-liter engine you have. By referencing the code to the listing found on Auto Shopping Center, you can positively identify the particular 2.8-liter you have installed in your vehicle. The example 'AFC,' Identifies a 2.8-liter V-6 with two valves per cylinder from a 1994 to 1994 Audi 80.

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How to Lease a Mercedes

1. Test drive the Mercedes-Benz you are interested in leasing, which can be done at a dealership. Take out the different trim levels available for the model you are considering, bigger wheels, sport package or any other trim levels you are considering to see if one suits your needs better than the other.
2. Decide on color combinations and options that work best for you along with what type of lease term will suit your needs. MBUSA.com will have all available color combinations and options list available for you to look at online along with pricing.
3. Submit your request for lease quotes from multiple Mercedes-Benz dealers. Be specific and consistent with each dealer. Make sure you receive quotes for the exact model and lease term you are looking for to make a fair comparison from the multiple quotes you receive.
4. Choose the best quote and schedule a day and time to pick up your new Mercedes-Benz lease or ask if the dealership offers delivery service to your home or office.
5. Have all of your paperwork ready when the dealership asks for it. A copy of your driver's license, a current insurance card and a signed and dated credit application are all the necessary items needed to get all of your paperwork ready.
6. Ask about maintenance from your salesperson or finance manager for your new Mercedes-Benz lease. You might be able to get a plan that covers all of your scheduled maintenance for the duration of the lease term.

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How to Locate a Passkey on a BMW 525

1. Enable the device's Bluetooth. This is usually found under the 'Tools,' 'Preferences' or 'Options' menu.
2. Press down on the vehicles center console controller and select 'Settings,' 'Bluetooth' from the menu.
3. Select 'Phone,' 'Pair new phone,' 'Start pairing' from the subsequent options. The vehicle's Bluetooth name is displayed onscreen to help with identification in the following steps.
4. Search for Bluetooth devices on your device. This is usually accomplished from the 'Bluetooth Options' menu of the device.
5. Select the vehicle from the list of available devices.
6. Enter any passkey between one and sixteen digits on the phone and press 'OK.' The passkey should be something easily remembered but not easily guessed.
7. Enter the exact same passkey entered on the device into the vehicle's memory when prompted to do so. You must do this within 30 seconds.

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1998 BMW 740iL Radiator Installation

1. Turn your BMW 740iL off and allow the engine and radiator to cool down. Place the bucket under the drain plug. Open the plug and allow the coolant to flow into the bucket.
2. Remove the upper radiator hose by disconnecting the metal rings and pulling the hose from the connectors. Take care that the bucket is under the area, because coolant may spill out. Remove the lower radiator hose in the same manner, also allowing for additional coolant that may spill out. Disconnect and remove the upper radiator support bar. Disconnect and detach the radiator fan assembly, as well as the transmission oil cooler and transmission fluid cooler lines. Look for mounting screws at the top and bottom of the radiator and remove them.
3. Lift the BMW's radiator out of the vehicle, taking caution with coolant that may still be in the radiator and that may spill out. Place it on the ground. Check the hoses for any weak spots, tearing, ripping or other signs of wear that may indicate that the hoses need replacing. Check the condition of the hose clamps as well. If the hoses and clamps are in poor condition, you should replace them along with the radiator to avoid problems.
4. Check the condition of the radiator fan. Clean it with high-pressure air or water to remove any debris.
5. Position the new radiator in the BMW 740iL. Reverse the removal process by connecting the radiator fan, the upper and lower hoses and the transmission oil cooler. Reattach all the bolts and tighten.
6. Check all connections and hoses and pour the proper coolant into the radiator until it is full. Turn on the BMW and warm the vehicle so that the radiator can begin to circulate the fluid. Continue to add coolant until the radiator is full and remains at a consistent level.

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How to Replace the Oxygen Sensor in an E320

1. Park the vehicle, turn off the engine and open the hood. Detach the two small air pipes that run from the air box and the blowoff valves. Also remove the larger air pipe that's connected to the air box and the rear turbo. This will give you room to access the oxygen sensor, which is located on the precatalytic converter.
2. Spray some WD-40 on the old oxygen sensor to loosen it. Unscrew the sensor with the wrench to remove it from its port. Unhook the wires from the car's electrical wiring harness.
3. Connect the wires of the new oxygen sensor to the wiring harness. Apply a small amount of anti-seize paste to the threads of the new sensor. This will make removal easier for the next time. Be careful not to get any of the paste on the sensor itself or it could cause it to fail prematurely or not function properly.
4. Screw in the new oxygen sensor into the port and securely tighten it with the wrench. Connect the air pipes back onto the proper valves again.

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How to Remove a Convertible Top From a 1990 Mercedes SL500

1. Start the car engine and put it in 'Park' mode then roll down the windows of the car.
2. Sit in the driver's seat and look at the car's pillar which is on the outer side of your seat. There you will see a cable that is running all the way to the car top; this cable is actually connecting the car to the car top. All you need to do is unclip it.
3. Look on the right hand side next to the gearshift, you will notice a red button. Gently pull this button up, continue pulling it up for a few seconds until you observe an irregular blinking within six seconds of doing so.
4. Maintain complete silence so that you can hear the hard-top unlock from its four panels across the car top while you were pulling up the red button. This unlocking will result in the hardtop being elevated by almost an inch or a half.
5. Remove the top carefully.

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How to Soup Up Your Car

1. Install a new air filter in your car. A better air filter improves power because it provides more air for combustion. A dirty air filter decreases the fuel efficiency, so it's important to change air filters regularly, anyway. A high flow-filter can increased power. (Reference 1)
2. Put a new exhaust system on your car. A high performance exhaust system can provide three benefits. It can improve your car's appearance, it can improve your car's sound signature, and it can boost horsepower by as much as 15 percent. (Reference 2)
3. Install performance cylinder heads. If your stock cylinder heads only have one intake and one exhaust valve, you do not get maximum power from the engine. Invest in performance heads that have a total of four valves per cylinder to boost your horsepower. (Reference 3)
4. Install a chip in your car that will fine tune the electrical systems to maximize power. A new chip can be pre-programmed, or a technician can program it to custom tune the engine's settings. You might need professional help with this one, but since computers control most engine and combustion functions in all new cars, adjusting the settings for maximum power is important. (Reference 4)
5. Make cosmetic and physical changes to your car. A souped up engine isn't nearly as much fun if your car doesn't look the part. Custom paint and a custom interior complete the conversion. There are some physical changes you can make that will improve performance, like adding a spoiler and reducing weight.

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How to Upgrade a Stereo in a 1989 BMW 325i

1. Disconnect the battery from the vehicle by removing the nuts that secure the cables with a wrench.
2. Examine the dash of the vehicle. Look for grooves between the dash and the body of the car around the radio. The dash is a separate piece that can be pried off. Insert a flat head screwdriver between the dash and the radio. Gently pull the dash off of the body. Repeat this process every few inches in the groove to loosen the entire dash panel. Once the panel is sufficiently loose, it can be removed by hand.
3. Remove the screws that secure the radio in place with a flat head screwdriver. These screws are located on either side of the radio. Pull out the stock radio. Disconnect all of the wires from the back of the radio then set it aside.
4. Purchase a wiring harness for the new head unit. The wiring harness will connect the previous stereo's connector wires to the new head unit. The old wires can be hard-wired to the new head unit. The wire color codes for the 1989 BMW 325 are:Constant 12V+: Red/WhiteSwitched 12V+: Purple/WhiteGround: BrownAntenna Trigger: WhiteFor the front speakers (5 1/4-inch kick panels)Left Front (+):WhiteLeft Front (-):BlackRight Front (+): WhiteRight Front (-): BlackFor the rear speakers(5 1/4-inch side panels)Left Rear (+):WhiteLeft Rear (-): BlackRight Rear (+): WhiteRight Rear (-): Black
5. Connect the BMW's stereo wires to the new head unit. Insert the new head unit into the body of the car and screw it in. Reattach the dashboard. Reconnect the battery. Turn on the car and test the stereo.

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How to Remove the Radio From a Mercedes Sprinter

1. Place the panel removal tool in the seam between the top of the dashboard and the radio, and pry the tool back to pop the bezel off the dashboard. Once there is a gap between the bezel and the dashboard, pull the rest of the bezel off the dash with your hands to remove the clips. Set the bezel out of the immediate work area.
2. Locate the four screws holding the stereo to the dashboard, the two at the top of the stereo, and the two in the lower corners.
3. Hold the deck by the sides and lift it out of the dashboard. Reach around to the backside of the stereo and unplug the connections using your hands.

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