Difficulty: EasyDuration: 5–10 minutesHow often: Once every month plus before and after road tripsMaintaining good tires help improve your car’s gas mileage, improve tire life, and give a smoother ride. It is vital
Wiper Blade Replacement
Difficulty: EasyDuration: 5 minutesHow often: Every 6–12 monthsVisibility is extremely important to safe driving. If your current wipers are not wiping well or leaving streaks, change them immediately. Things you’ll need from your
How to change Radiator Hose
Difficulty: EasyDuration: 10 minutesHow often: Every 60,000 milesThe radiator is important to keep your car running at its best. It’s responsible for keeping the engine from overheating. Your car produces friction and heat
Oil Change Service
Difficulty: EasyDuration: 30 minutesHow often: Every 3,000 – 5,000 miles or every 3 months Things you’ll need from your garage or your local Southern Auto Store: Oil filter wrench set
How to Check Fluid Lelves
Difficulty: Easy Duration: 5-10 minutes How often: See each case below To keep your vehicle running smoothly, it’s important to check fluid levels regularly. It only takes a few minutes
Battery Service
Difficulty: Easy Duration: 10–30 minutes How often: Every 3–5 years If you need to jump start your car in the morning, it might be time for a new battery. You can bring your
Headlamp Replacement Guide
Difficulty: Easy Duration: 15 minutes How often: When lights dim or burn out For maximum driving safety, it is very important to keep a close eye on how your car lights are functioning.
Brake Pad Replacement
Difficulty: Moderately Difficult Duration: 1 hour How often: As needed, depending on brake wear A well-maintained set of brakes should last you for tens of thousands of miles, but brake pads do wear
Belt Replacement Guide
Difficulty: Moderately difficult Duration: May take several hours How often: Every 60,000–100,000 miles, check owner’s manual One out of every five vehicles on the road needs a new belt. We Southern know how
Air Filter Replacement
Difficulty: Easy Duration: 15 minutes How often: Every 15,000 miles Changing the air filter should be part of any tune-up. Change it every 15,000 miles or once a year. If you live in