Can I do car maintenance by myself?

Yes, you can do car maintenance by yourself, but it requires some knowledge and skills.

First, for oil changes, different types of oils have different replacement intervals.

Mineral oil is usually changed every 5,000 kilometers, semi-synthetic oil every 7,500 to 8,000 kilometers, and fully synthetic oil every 10,000 kilometers.

Brake oil is typically changed every 2 years or 40,000 kilometers. Check the moisture content of brake oil to determine if it needs replacement.

Antifreeze has an effective period of about 2 years for some products, longer for others. Follow the car manual for maintenance. Do not mix different brands of antifreeze.

Steering assist oil is changed every 2 years or 40,000 kilometers. If steering feels heavy, it may need replacement.

Manual transmission oil can be changed every 40,000 to 60,000 kilometers, depending on various factors. Add glass water when it runs out.

For filter checks, air filters are replaced about every 20,000 kilometers. Oil filters are changed every 10,000 kilometers when changing oil. Air conditioning filters are replaced every 20,000 kilometers. Fuel filters are replaced every 50,000 kilometers.

For easily replaceable parts, tires are usually changed every 50,000 to 100,000 kilometers. Batteries are typically replaced every 5 years. Spark plugs have different lifespans: resistor spark plugs last for 20,000 kilometers, platinum spark plugs for 40,000 kilometers, and iridium spark plugs for 60,000 to 80,000 kilometers. High-voltage wires are recommended to be replaced every 30,000 to 50,000 kilometers.

Brake discs are usually replaced every 100,000 kilometers, but it depends on driving habits and road conditions. Brake pads for front discs are replaced every 40,000 kilometers, and for rear discs every 60,000 kilometers. Ball cage dust covers are replaced when damaged. Wiper blades are replaced every 10,000 kilometers or 1 year.

Other checks and cleanings include cleaning the radiator every 2 years, the throttle every 20,000 to 40,000 kilometers, the fuel system every 3 years or 90,000 kilometers, and the lubrication system every 3 years.

Pay attention to wheel alignment, tire balance, and tire pressure during driving.

With the right knowledge and tools, you can handle basic car maintenance yourself.