Do you feel like there’s no better feeling than doing something yourself instead of relying on others? Maybe it’s moving away from home or buying your first car or truck with your own money. It could also be doing your own auto repairs on your vehicle. It’s a difficult thing to learn something new, but when you learn something and apply it successfully, you never rely on anyone again. Doing your own repairs on any vehicle will save you money and eliminate the uncertainty that the repair was done right. If you don’t mind getting a little dirty, there are still plenty of minor auto fixes you can do in a short amount of time with basic, inexpensive tools. Are you ready for some easy car repairs? Let’s get started.
EASY CAR REPAIRS WITH BASIC TOOLS
Chances are, very few things will go wrong over the time you own your car or truck. Remember, we don’t cover major repairs; we cover simple repairs to save you money and time away from your vehicle. For more complicated repairs, we recommend taking your vehicle to your local certified mechanic or auto repair shop. The best advice we can give you is to give yourself some extra time to complete this repair, as it may seem more difficult the first time you do it. This is mainly because some replacement wiper blades come with additional parts or accessories to ensure a tight fit on multiple vehicle makes and models. We know it sounds basic, but many vehicles have two different sizes of wiper blades. Tools required: Screwdriver Changing a tire – This is probably the most common solution a person will encounter. However, you will be surprised by the number of people who have no idea how to go about it. It’s very simple, but you must be careful when parking on level ground to complete this repair. Use a jack and place it under a solid part of the vehicle. To avoid losing a screw or washer, make sure you have a magnetic screwdriver of the specific size you’ll need for the repair. If you replace the bulb with a brand new one but the light doesn’t turn on, don’t worry. It could simply be a blown fuse, which can be easily repaired with a plastic fuse remover and the correct fuse. Consult your owner’s manual for the location and type of fuse you’ll need. Make a quick trip to your local auto parts store to purchase the fuse and a plastic fuse remover. This is very affordable and will solve the problem. If your battery has corrosion, you should have it professionally cleaned or a quick tip is to pour a drink with acid (soda) on it. This eats away at the corrosion and restores your battery to its original shape. If your wires are deteriorating, go to your local mechanic or auto store and buy a set.
EASY AUTO REPAIR WITH EXTRA TOOLS NEEDED
Oil Change – This is something everyone should know and how to do. Depending on the oil and vehicle, you will need an oil change every 3 months, be sure to check your owner’s manual. No need to make an appointment. All you have to do is get under the vehicle when it is stalled, place an oil drain pan under the engine oil pan, loosen and remove the drain plug to get the old oil out. Then, remove the oil filter [you may need an oil filter wrench] and put the new one in. When the old oil is just a drop, tighten it by hitting the box wrench with the rubber mallet. Now, just put the new oil in. All you need to do to be sure of the problem is to insert an engine code reader into your fuse box to diagnose the issue. You can buy a code reader at your local hardware store or auto shop. After connecting the code reader, simply wait for it to diagnose the problem, and then it should report the exact problem(s). Most of the time, the dashboard light comes on to alert us to routine maintenance, checkups, or part replacements. Tools required: engine code reader, screwdriver
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Thank you for taking the time to read this article and we hope these auto repair tips will save you time and money. If your vehicle has more than 200,000 miles or is beyond repair, don’t be shy. Fill out the Cash for Cars Canada cash offer form or call us to sell your used car or truck today.
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