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Performance: How-To...
- Install an electric fan
- Install a Factory_Tech Transmission Valve Body
- Install a cat-back exhaust sytem with Y pipe
- Modify your air intake box for more power
- Do a free air intake modification
- Install a set of headers
Interior: How-To...
- Install an aftermarket gauge face
- Install an aluminum gauge overlay
- Install an electrochromic rearview mirror
- Install aftermarket power windows
- Calibrate the rearview mirror compass
- Tint your windows
- Replace your truck's speakers
- Install a Subwoofer Box / Enclosure
- Make your own speaker adapter plates
- Wire your radio so it stays on
Other: How-To...
- Install a Remote Starter
- Enable/Disable BeltMinder on pre-2004 trucks
- Enable/Disable BeltMinder on 2004-newer trucks
- Enable / Disable AutoLocks
- Wire a camper / cap brake light
- Jump start (boost) a vehicle
- How to buy a used truck
Safety-Related: How-To...
Maintenance/Repair: How-To...
- How to replace front & rear shocks
- How To Replace An Idler Arm
- Install an aftermarket transmission filter kit & gauge
- Change your differential fluid
- Change your coolant
- Clean your MAF - Mass Airflow Sensor
- Clean your throttle body
- Fix your intermittent wiper problems
- Get better fuel economy
- Change your fuel filter
- Repair your brakes
- Bleed your brakes
Troubleshooting: How-To...
- EEC-V Diagnostic Trouble Codes
- EEC-IV Diagnostic Trouble Codes
- Diagnose your engine using a vacuum gauge
- Decode your VIN (Newer Trucks)
- Decode your VIN (1973-1980 trucks)
- Decode your Door Jamb Sticker
Exterior: How-To...
- Paint your lower air dam
- Acetone your emblems
- Color your Ford ovals
- Install clear corner lenses
- Install aftermarket fog lights
- Install a body lift kit
- Install drop shackles
- Install keyless entry keypad articles
- Install Headlight LED Accent Lights
- Paint your tailgate handle to match your truck
- Paint your radiator cowl to match your truck
- Program a new PATS key for your vehicle
- Replace your F-150 tailgate emblem
- Reprogram your keyless entry remotes
Other Articles:
- 1997-1998 F-150 Radio Installation Article (courtesy InstallDr.com)
- 1999-2000 F-150 Radio Installation Article (courtesy InstallDr.com)
- Quick Radio Wiring Diagram (courtesy InstallDr.com)