Car Maintenance – 3 DIY Tips

Maintaining your car can be costly and, at some point, it will require huge efforts. If you have a limited budget and you are inclined to do your own car’s maintenance, it will not be that easy at first.

Auto experts were once amateurs as well. So, you do not need to worry about filling-in good the first time you jump in. What you need is a lot of research, a bulk on asking questions, and enough knowledge on how to deal with car parts.

Your car is like your child, you will surely know upfront what it needs at the moment.

To get you started, here is three do-it-yourself car maintenance you can try:

 

1. Cleaning Windshield Wipers

Windshield wipers are the easiest part to clean in your car yet it should also follow a proper cleaning step. You do not need to shell out any money or any tool for cleaning this part, just a clean wet rag will do. It will only take a few minutes to clean.

• Lift the blades and make sure you are not lifting it by force.
• Get you clean wet rag and start wiping the blades from tip to end and vice versa.
• Repeat on the next blade.
  

 

2. Replacing Spark Plugs

Replacing spark plugs might sound like a difficult work but it is actually an easy job. Many car owners get too overwhelmed when it comes to replacing their vehicle’s spark plug, they tend to think that something will not go right.

In replacing your spark plugs, you will need a socket wrench, a 12” socket extension, and a spark plug socket compatible with the model of your car. It will take 20 to 30 minutes to install and will only eat $10 to $15 of your budget.

• Remove the wire from the first spark plug you need to replace.

It is best to remember that you should not remove all the wires connected to each spark plug all at once so you do not span confusion.

• Screw in the new spark plug and make sure that it is not over-tightened.
• Re-attach the spark plug wire to the area.
  

 

3. Replacing your air filter

The air filter should be replaced every 12 months and should be clean regularly. Cleaning the air filter can only take 10 minutes. You do not need to shell out a lot of money just for a replacement.

• Carefully remove the air filter from your car
• Insert the new one exactly how the previous one was installed
• Do not forget to close the metal clips attached to it

Doing your do-it-yourself car maintenance saves a lot of money and lets you gain nice skills you can use in the long run. At Filer Insurance, Inc., we aim to provide comprehensive insurance policies that makes your life easier. You can get more information about our products and services by calling our agency at (305) 270-2100. Get your free quote today by CLICKING HERE.

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