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Replacing an MG2 (electric motor) on a 2003 Prius
Removing an Insight engine to repair an oil leak.
Installing a weld-in OBDII converter for first generation Prius
Prius "engine" braking, or, what's the "B" for on the shift selector?
Insight CVT overhaul
Prius RFID immobilizer
Prius RFID immobilizer revisited. A little smarter now.
Installing a Miata Glass Mat battery in a first generation Prius.
Replacing a Prius HV transaxle

Prius codes P3101 & P3191 or P3190, part 1

"Out of Gas?"

Prius codes P3101 & P3191 or P3190, part 2

"Needs a new ECU?"

Prius codes P3101 & P3191 or P3190, part 3

"Bad throttle servo"
Has your Insight's "auto stop" stopped?
Prius 30K service
Prius Multi Function Display Repair
Repair
Clutch job
Dealing with squeaky rear control arm bushings on 2001-2002 Civics
The dashboard has hundreds of electrical connectors, screws and bolts, often attached to old & brittle plastic. Are we scared? Nah!
We can fix your Honda/Acura glove box striker after a burglary without replacing the dashboard. A far too common repair for us.
Why brakes should be inspected routinely, even when they "feel fine", or, What you don't know can triple your repair bill
Why do we fix tires the wrong way?
We can also fix tires the right way.
Art's sells tires at very competitive prices. Click here for information you'll need to make a wise tire selection.
You don't need to go to the dealer to get the latest software update for you car. Art's Automotive can flash your Honda, Toyota, or Nissan!
Air conditioning service: here's the information you'll need before we get started.
CV boot replacement is one of the most common repairs on front wheel drive cars, but what is it?
Shocks and struts
Maintenance
What is maintenance? What should be done, and when?
Honda V6 valve adjustment on 1998 & newer models
RSX valve adjustment
Millenia S valve adjustment. Yikes!
Rotating and balancing your tires can double your tires' life and keep your car gliding smoothly along the freeway.
Wheel alignment: what it is, how it's adjusted, why it's important, and when you should do it. The "where" ought to be obvious :)
Beyond basic wheel alignment and ordinary wheel balancing. Using the Hunter GSP9700 for advaced diagnosis & premium tire balancing
Every manufacturer has it's own version of every type of oil and fluid. Just how important is using the right stuff?
The owner's manual says to replace the timing belt, so why's all this other stuff on the estimate?
It's hard to talk about maintenance without talking about spark plugs, but just what is a spark plug and what does it do?
 

TPMS / TPWS
love it or hate it, it's here to stay
Machine Shop & Fabrication
Honda oil pan repair & upgrade
Plastic welding
Saving a subframe
In house machine shop
cylinder head welding
A beginner's guide to welding aluminum
General information
What does the check engine light mean?
? Can I bring my own parts?
VIN tag crackdown?
What can I do while I'm waiting for my car?
How can I get back to home or work after dropping my car off for service?
How to go about finding a good mechanic without too much trial and error.
Please don't ask, "How much for a tune-up?"
Step right up and find the cure for what ails you. Come on over and let me tell you about the miracle of Snake Oil
You can buy an OBDII/CAN scanner for $50. So why do we spend $25K on scanners & software every 3-5 years?
What you should know about Art's Automotive and repair of emissions test failures.
A bit of information about your cooling system: the components and their jobs, as well as answers to a few common questions.
Things you should consider before you do major engine work.
Tips for getting the most out of your visit to the mechanic
Learn from our mistakes! How to find stable, powerful, and useable repair shop software.
Don't throw any type of battery in the trash! This is the story of how we accidently became the first alkaline battery recycling collection station in Berkeley.
  Art's history
  How to shop for car repair. Comparing apples to apples.
  How to shop for a used car. If you get a lemon, there may be no possiblity of lemonade. Choose wisely!