These maintenance services are used for used or new cars, and do not require many tools. There are five basic services, but very important for the good operation of your vehicle.
- Review of the pressure of tires. It will take you about fifteen minutes to do it. Do it once a month. Tires inflated with the right pressure can save up to $ 112 a year on gasoline. If you do not have an air meter, go to the nearest gas station. The owner’s manual indicates the correct inflation pressure.
- Rotation of tires. Take the car to a workshop for this service would cost between 40 and 60 dollars. You can do this with the help of a hydraulic jack and a wrench to remove the tire. Pass the front wheels back and vice versa.
- Changing the air filter. A mechanic will charge you between $ 20 and $ 80 for this job. Do it yourself with a screwdriver and a new filter. It will take less than 10 minutes. This service helps remove dirt from the engine and improves fuel efficiency.
- Replacement of bulbs and fuses. Depending on the model and year of the vehicle, a workshop could charge between $ 17 and more than $ 100 for changing lights and fuses. With a little patience you can take care of this work. To find the right fuse, read the electrical table in the owner’s manual. Spare parts are cheap and come in packages with two or more pieces.
- Change oil. Save between $ 30 and $ 60 by changing your car oil yourself. With the necessary items, you just need to buy new oil cans and a new filter. It will take you about an hour and your engine will feel completely renewed.