DIY Hacks For Everyone: Fix Your Car Yourself

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Buying a car is far easier than maintaining one with the same shine and glow at the time of purchase. But every little inconvenience does not require you to seek professional help; some of the damages can easily be fixed with DIY repairs, like small scratches, a flat tyre, and so on. In this blog, we will talk about some of these basic DIY hacks in detail, so that the next time you encounter such problems, you are prepared with your solution.

10 Basic DIYs for everyone

Here are 10 basic DIYs for you to know when it comes to taking care of your car.

• Changing a flat tyre: A flat tyre is unavoidable. With a tool kit and know-how to use it, it can easily be fixed with little to no assistance at all.
• Changing the oil: Changing oil is not something that requires you to have a garage full of tools and equipment. It can easily be done on your own with the help of your instruction manual.
• Minor scratches fixed: Minor scratches can be buffed with some tubes or even toothpaste; just be sure of what type of scratch it is.
• Battery replacement: Battery replacement is among the easiest tasks. Even if you haven't done it before, a quick user manual or a small video clip will be enough as a guide.
• Break pad change: Changing a worn break is the next DIY that can be fixed within a few minutes without any assistance.
• Air filter replacement: Make sure that you change the air filter for better air quality in your car. This does not require you to spend money on it.
• Changing spark plugs: fuel efficiency needs for spark plugs change, make sure you read the instruction manual for the perfect set to use.
• Wiper change: Wipers wear out after a while and will start to compromise your visibility; change them with a new one.
• Headlight/taillight replacement: Driving with broken taillights/ headlights is illegal. You do not need an expert to get it fixed.
• Regular cleaning: Do not rush to the washer every single time. Use your day off to wash your precious car; you can even make it a fun activity by involving your family or friends.

DIYs for basic damages

• To remove small dents, use a plunger or specialised dent removal equipment.
• Use touch-up paint to hide minor blemishes and scratches, and then seal with a clear coat.
• Bumper repair involves using a heat gun to warm and reshape plastic bumpers, which is followed by sanding and painting.
• Apply a windscreen repair kit to fix chips in your windscreen to stop them from spreading.
• Sand off any rust, use a rust converter, and then touch up with a complementary colour of paint.
• To replace a damaged side mirror, remove the inside panel to gain access to the bolts.
• To remove stickers and decals without harming the paint, use heat and a plastic scraper.
• To remove hail dents, carefully blow them out with compressed air and a hairdryer.

Conclusion

Make sure to acquire the required materials and refer to your car's manual for detailed instructions before attempting any do-it-yourself auto repairs. Keep yourself safe, work on a level surface, and refrain from making repairs that are too difficult for you. It's best to see a qualified mechanic if you have any questions or feel uneasy about a repair.

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