There’s nothing like the comfort of home. Doing yardwork, vacuuming
the carpet, and keeping things organized is all in a day’s work. If you’re someone
who likes to work at home or likes a good project, why not add auto maintenance
to your to do list? You don’t need a hydraulic lift or super specialized tools
to work on your Orlando Toyota vehicle from home and it’s a lot less complicated
than you think! Here’s a guide from our auto service specialists at Toyota of
Orlando on easy at home auto maintenance.
Auto maintenance right from your driveway
Oil change
Watching an auto service tech put your car up on a lift to change
your oil makes it look way more complicated than it is. Changing your oil is a
perfect at home auto maintenance job that you can do on your Orlando Toyota
vehicle. To get started, find a flat surface to park your car on. This will
keep your vehicle from rolling when it’s up on a jack and prevent any potential
injuries. Next, find an oil drain container to catch your current motor oil as
it comes out of your car. Using a wrench, remove the drain bolt from the oil pan,
this typically looks like a large container on your undercarriage. After you’ve
found the pan and have a drain container, slowly remove the drainage bolt from
the Orlando Toyota vehicle’s oil pan to release the old oil. If you need to
replace the oil filter as part of your at home auto maintenance routine, make
sure to do this before adding new oil. Also, be sure that your replacement oil filter is the correct one and that you remove the old O-ring with the old filter
to ensure a proper seal. Next, pop open the hood and your new oil to the
reservoir inlet! To find the correct amount of oil to put in your engine, consult
your vehicle’s owner’s manual.
Windshield wiper
fluid
Topping off your windshield wiper fluid is a breeze and can
be done in minutes. Simply open the hood of your Orlando Toyota vehicle, look
for the windshield wiper reservoir input and pour the new fluid in.
Check your tire condition
and pressure
Another useful at home auto maintenance procedure that takes
little to no time to do is to check your tire pressure and tread depth. Make
sure to use an accurate pressure gauge so you know which pressure level to inflate
your Orlando Toyota tires to. For checking your tread depth, make sure to use a
quarter instead of a penny and see where the tread lines up with the president’s
head. This will give you a better idea of your tread condition and if you
should consider replacing your tires soon.
At Toyota of Orlando, we know auto maintenance
Auto maintenance can seem like a daunting
project to take on but taking care of the easier jobs at home can save you
money and keep your vehicle better maintained over time if you keep to regular
schedule. However, if you find yourself having a difficult time with it or if
you have questions, Toyota of Orlando is here to help! Our auto service experts
can answer your questions and get you the help you need. Give us a call at (407)
298 – 0001 to schedule an appointment today!
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