Spring is upon us, and it's time to do all the fun things that good weather permits, such as long drives into the country, boat trips up the Fraser - or chores like mowing the lawn. For do-it-yourselfers, the library has online reference tools to help you ensure your vehicle or equipment is up to scratch.
Auto Repair Reference Center contains repair and maintenance information on most major manufacturers of domestic and imported vehicles.
Content includes coverage of more than 37,000 vehicles from 1954 to present, drawings and photographs, approximately 110,000 technical service bulletins, over 180,000 enhanced wiring diagrams for easy viewing and printing, specifications and maintenance schedules and labour time guide and estimator.
You can also watch video overviews of auto systems, learn quick tips to vehicle maintenance, and email high-quality PDF records to anyone.
Diagnostic information covers all vehicle systems including transmissions, brakes, ignition, exhaust, heating/cooling, wheels/tires and electrical and are pre-sented in a clear user-friendly format.
Small Engine Repair Reference Center provides users with detailed repair guides for many small engines, including all terrain vehicles (ATVs), commercial mowers, farm tractors, generators, motorcycles, marine boats, outdoor power equipment, personal watercraft/jet skis, snowblowers, snowmobiles, chainsaws and tillers.
The user-friendly interface provides full text information as well as original photos and illustrations to guide the user through every job step-by-step.
This database covers over 440 full-text reference books with information on more than 25 years of many engine models.
More than 80,000 repairs are included from routine maintenance information on topics such as tune-ups, brake service, to extensive repairs involving engine and transmission disassembly.
Users can select a type of product, specific brand, specific model/engine type, and specific area of that model/engine type. All model numbers are also searchable.
So roll up your sleeves, bring out your tools and check out these free online resources at www.nwpl.ca. Click on Resources (purple button on the top right corner) and log in with your library card.
