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Money savers - Top 10 DIY car jobs

by: Auto Express team
4 Jul 2012
Go to: Money savers - Top 10 DIY car jobs
  • <strong>2. Coolant, when: fortnightly, difficulty: 1/5</strong> Major coolant loss points to engine trouble, so keep a close eye on the level – but only check it when the motor is cold. Expansion tanks tend to be transparent so you ca

  • <strong>3. Window and sunroof seals, when: six monthly, difficulty: 2/5</strong> How often do you put your windows down or open your sunroof in the winter? Not a lot? This lack of use can cause the seals to bond to the glass, and brin

  • <strong>4. Tyres, when: weekly, difficulty: 2/5</strong> Worn tyres are lethal, but despite how easy it is to check them, many motorists still neglect the job. In between the blocks of the tread are small rubber wear indicators. When

  • <strong>6. Wheels, when: weekly, difficulty: 2/5</strong> Problems with wheels are among the most common reasons for recovery service call-outs. To keep them in good condition, coat wheel nuts with copper grease. Do thison the spare w

  • <strong>7. Oil, when: fortnightly (check), 10,000 miles (change), difficulty: 3/5</strong> You don’t have to wait until the car is serviced to change the oil. Park on a flat surface and ensure the engine has been running for 10 minute

  • <strong>9. Alternator, when: every six months, difficulty: 4/5</strong> A broken drive belt can cause engine catastrophe, so regular checks are vital. A visual inspection of the drive belt for damage, cracking and tension is possible

  • <strong>10. Clutch cable, when: Every six months, difficulty: 5/5</strong> The hardest task of the 10, but checking the clutch cable is still within reach of the competent mechanic. You can’t check for visual wear – any problems will

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