And while many car owners assume they need an expensive mechanic for all their vehicle maintenance needs, this isn't necessarily true! This article will cover some DIY tasks that can help keep your family car in excellent condition without breaking the bank.

Replace Your Wiper Blades

When you notice that your windshield wipers are no longer doing the job, wiping off all the water from your windshield, it's time to replace them with a new set. You first need to find out what type of blades your car uses and buy replacements for them at an auto parts store or online.

You should find instructions in the box on installing these blades into your wiper arm assembly, so read those carefully before starting this task. You'll also want some WD-40 lubricant handy while installing and replacing any wipers because they can sometimes get stuck in place when being put back together after removing old ones.

Replace Engine Filters

Changing your engine filters can save you money in the long term, and it's a simple task anyone with basic automotive knowledge can do. With the correct instructions, you only need to spend on how to buy diesel spares for your vehicle.

Automatic and manual Transmission Filters are easier to replace since you can easily follow the manufacturer's manual or search online.

Differential Oil Filter Replacement - If the oil leaks from the differential, replace that filter to stop the leak. You'll need a 27mm socket wrench and replacement gasket kit (mainly if there is no crush washer). Remove bolts holding down the plate, remove old sealant using brush or wire-brush; reinsert new sealing ring and install new O-ring onto the gasket.

Engine Air Filter - You'll need an air filter box wrench to replace this, and it may be a good idea for you to have someone else help you as the engine's weight can make working on your car by yourself difficult. However, if there is no information in your owner's manual or online about replacing it, contact a mechanic instead because one mistake here could damage parts of your engine while changing that filter.

Replace Non-Headlight Bulbs

Replacing non-headlight bulbs is one of the less complicated car maintenance tasks. If one is not working, this can be an excellent time to replace it since you'll have already removed the headlight assembly, which exposes them all.

Touch Up Chipped Auto Paint

In case you didn't know, not everyone has a garage or access to cars without scratches. Luckily, touching up paint chips is an easy project that you can do in the comfort of your own home!

You only need to stock up on supplies by purchasing automotive touch-up pens and bottles at any auto parts store. Then clean the area around where you're going to be painting with soap and water, and apply this mix as evenly as possible over the chipped paint using small circular motions, so there are no air bubbles left behind with wet or oily hands. Be sure to press down firmly all the way across for best results.

Fix Tears in Leather and Vinyl

Leather and vinyl are both materials that cars have in abundance. Sometimes it's just the little things like a rip in your car seats or steering wheel, but you can fix them with something as simple as super glue!

Conclusion

So there you go! These five tasks may seem daunting at first, but they're easy once you get started. Be confident that what might be difficult for others will feel natural when approached from a different angle. If these DIY projects sound too complicated, consult your owner's manual for tips on what you can do!