Fix It

Over a period of time, car panels will start to rust. Although rust is generally easy to treat, it can damage a cars look and sale value if not treated properly and quickly. It is best to treat the problem as soon as you notice the rust; failure to deal with it quickly will see the problem increase and become a lot harder to deal with.

Instructions

1

Locate the area on the car panel affected with rust. Use the sandpaper and white spirit to remove the rust by rubbing it. White spirit is a cleaning liquid solvent primarily used to remove stains, rust and dirt from objects such as cars and brick.

2

Use the wire brush to scrape away any rust still on the panel.

3

Put some rust solvent on another piece of sandpaper and gently wipe the area where the rust was. This will get rid of any micro bits of rust left.

4

Put tape around the area where the rust was and then spread an even amount of epoxy body filler over the area. Allow it to dry for a few hours. The filler will cover any scratches or small holes that the rust caused and the tape will protect your car from paint. Sand to smooth surface.

5

Cover the area of the panel with primer. When dry, paint the area of the car panel which was affected with a paint matching the car, using the tape as a boundary. Allow the first coat to dry and then apply a second.

6

After the second coat is dry, polish and wax the area to finish off your repaired car panel.

Gauges on the instrument panel of your vehicle serve as safety indicators for speed, fuel and engine malfunction. The first padded instrument panel was introduced in 1956 as part of a safety campaign by Robert McNamara. Fast forward to the 2000s and all symbols on the instrument panel flash briefly upon starting, but a light that is constantly on or flashing needs immediate attention.

Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light

According to the Dodge Charger owners manual, the lightning bolt symbol on a Dodge Charger is the indicator for the electronic throttle control. The electronic throttle control regulates engine idle speed, traction control and cruise.

Warning Indicator Solid Light

If the lightning bolt on the instrument panel lights up and stays lit when the engine is running, stop the vehicle as soon as possible. The vehicle will be drivable, but see an authorized dealer without delay.

Warning Indicator Flashing Light

If the electronic throttle control light is on solid, completely stop the vehicle and put it in park. The warning light should turn off by cycling the ignition key. If the light comes on again and flashes when the engine is running, the car should be immediately serviced. The engine could stall or have a very rough idle and may need to be towed.

Harley-Davidson refers to the electrical control module (ECM) as being plugged into the "electrical caddy." The location of the electrical caddy, however, varies according to motorcycle model. On V-Rods and Buells, the caddy is under the rear seat; Rockers and Night Trains require you to remove the rear fender to access the ECM. On most Harleys, the caddy is on the right side of the motorcycle, approximately under the seat. Check your owners manual if you are unsure where the electrical caddy is on your motorcycle. This procedure works for all Harley Dynas and Wide Glides.

Instructions

1

Loosen and remove the bolt and washer on the rear tab of the motorcycle seat using an Allen wrench. Remove the seat by pulling up and back.

2

Disconnect the negative (black) battery terminal using a box wrench.

3

Remove the electrical caddy cover by firmly grasping both sides and pulling outward.

4

Insert a small screwdriver into the slot under each relay/fuse panel to disengage it. Insert two small screwdrivers into the slots on each side of the main fuse. Depress the tabs of the main fuse connector with the screwdrivers and remove the main fuse.

5

Depress the tab that secures the Turn Signal Module/Turn Signal Security Module (TSM/TSSM). Pull the TSM/TSSM from the electrical caddy and disconnect.

6

Disengage the data link connector by sliding it toward the front of the motorcycle.

7

Disconnect the electronic control connector. Remove the ECM.