Car maintenance these days can be complicated, but there are some simple things you can do to keep your car running smoothly. Some regular upkeep includes checking your oil, changing the air filter, and rotating your tires. 

 

This can help prevent problems with your car, like too much gas consumption or a low fuel pressure warning light that comes on when it shouldn’t.

 

First of all, you should check your oil. Most cars have an indicator light that tells you when it’s time to change your oil. It may be days, weeks, or a matter of months – it varies from car to car. 

 

Oil helps lubricate the engine so your engine doesn’t wear itself out prematurely. When you check your oil, make sure you check it on the dipstick that came with your car. If it reads low, add what you need and drive until the next time to check it again.

 

Checking the oil level is simple. With most cars, your engine oil reservoir will be either at the lower left of the engine or on the underside of your car. It’s usually a transparent container with a black area inside. 

 

The dipstick that comes with your car has a white line on it that shows you how full your oil is; when you move it out of place, you uncover a hole and pull out this dipstick to see if there is any oil beneath. 

 

If there isn’t any oil underneath, then your engine may need new oil. If there is an excess, you can also add some more in. You may want to ask a mechanic or look up how much your model needs on the Internet before adding it.

 

Another important item to check is your air filter. Your car has an air intake located somewhere near the bottom of the front of your car- it should be clearly visible. It will either look like a straw or be made out of paper. 

 

The purpose of an air filter is to get rid of dust and debris that could enter the engine. It’s important to change this regularly so that nothing can damage your engine.

 

Changing the air filter is a simple task that any car owner who is capable of handling a wrench can do. To change it, you will have to look for an air box hidden somewhere underneath the hood of your car. The air box contains your car’s filter; it’s usually a round metal piece with a plastic top. 

 

Some models have an “air filter door” you can pop open and replace the filter with. Some of these mechanisms are simple, some no more than a hinge, so you may want to ask a mechanic for assistance the first time around.

 

Rotating your tires at an auto garage is also easy to do yourself if you have access to basic tools. Your car’s tires will have a valve and knob on them that you can use to open up to rotate your tires. 

 

You may also have to tilt the wheels of your car so that the lug nuts completely go around the rim; this helps keep the tire on there securely. If you’re still in doubt about what needs to be done, ask a mechanic.

 

Things that you should always do can help keep your car running smoothly and help prevent problems from arising in the future. Your engine will thank you.

 

Luckily, you don’t have to be a mechanic to do these simple tasks. Maintaining your vehicle should be part of being a responsible car owner. 

 

Make sure that you follow the manufacturer’s upkeep schedule and maintain important tasks like checking your oil, changing your air filter, and rotating your tires. 

 

These things can help prevent problems from arising in the future and save you money over time.