Cars knowledge, technique, and expertise are some common prerequisites that pop up in our minds when we first think of undertaking car maintenance tasks. And since most of us lack the skill set to do so, it may seem like a daunting task. But trust me it is not. One can start small and work up the car repair ladder. In doing so, they will acquire problem-solving skills, handle car breakdowns in emergencies and also save maintenance charges.
Take a look at some quick ways of conducting car service, repair, and maintenance tasks that you can do easily and conveniently.
Replacing The Wiper Blades
Figuring out the effectiveness of the wiper blades is easy. Press the washer button, and see if the wiper cleans the windscreen perfectly. If yes, it’s fine. Else, you need to replace them.
While the auto parts store offers a lot of wiper blades, make sure you buy the branded ones. They may cost more but come with quality, durability, and better UV protection.
Follow the instructions on the package. Have a firm grip on the wiper when you remove it and avoid hitting the windscreen. Fix the new one, and press the washer button again to check if it perfectly cleans your screen. Good to go!
Give Your Cars a Touch-Up
With time, rust shows up on the surface of the car. If it is not treated on time, it can worsen and cause greater problems. Therefore, it is always advised to buy a paint touch-up, applicators, and wax/grease removers and fix it.
The process is quite simple and easy. Clean the chip with the wax/grease remover and let it dry. Now dip the applicator in the paint and dab it on the chip. Just use the paint that is necessary. Once it dries up and the time of 30 days passes away, you can apply the wax. Dealing with the small patches of rust timely reduces the chance of further deterioration.
Cleaning The Air Filters
Any clogged air filter can cause adverse damage to your car’s motor and affect the durability of the air-conditioner. Asking a car service station to do this for you can cost you a lot more than DIY methods. Therefore, you can visit the nearest replacement cabin air filter and ask them to print the installation manual along with it.
These cabin air filters are usually located behind the glove box or in the console area. Just remove the covers and slide out the old filter. You will clearly see the clogged air filters. Replace it with the new one, while making sure that you are able to install the new ones in the proper direction and fit the covers. Switch on the car and see how perfectly it works!
Vacuum The Insides
Vacuums can sweep clean the insides of the car and suck out all the dust and dirt particles that are otherwise difficult to clean. While cleaning, make sure you are able to slide the car forwards and backward, remove the mats, and vacuum thoroughly.
For increased results, you can also choose to wash the mats, brush the insides, narrow spaces, and air vents. Along with that, don’t forget to clean the door pockets and the seats too. You will never know what hidden treasures and lost items you will find.
Handy Chemicals
If you plan to carry out repairs and maintenance work from time to time, all by yourself, make sure to buy these chemicals. They are quite basic, super handy, and save you from the hassle of visiting the auto store every time you have to do some cars work. Lithium grease for hinges and latches
- Brake cleaner to remove grease and oil from metal parts
- Rust penetrant to eliminate rusted fasteners
- Dry lubricant for lubricating metal to metal, metal to plastic, and metal to rubber
- Silicone spray to lubricate windows and weather stripping
- Anti-seize lubricant to prevent nuts and bolts from seizing in one place
A single timely spray of these chemicals can surely work for you.
Replace Headlights
The hardest part of the job is to choose a new bulb for the headlight. People spend more time shopping for the right bulb than it takes to simply replace or install it. The choices are quite confusing and make it difficult for one to make a decision.
However, the choices come down to four aspects i.e. brightness level, lifespan, light color, and energy consumption. Pick anyone that offers all four features and install it. Begin by removing the entire headlight assembly bolts holding it together. Replace the bulb and secure the assembly back again. Ideally, one should replace both the headlights together.
The Takeaway
These simple cars repairs will ultimately save you from incurring major costs. Instead of going to a mechanic for car repairs, to getting new upgrades from tyres Dubai, one can equip themselves to do it fully.
