If you’re like most people, the cost of driving around Phoenix is starting to get you down. With gas topping records on what seems like a daily basis, there’s no end in sight for the high prices either.
There are some things you can do to fight back though. Even if you live in Phoenix apartments, you’ll find some of the best suggestions for making a vehicle more fuel efficient are rather easy to do yourself.
Do-It-Yourself Fuel Efficient Car Maintenance Tips
So, what can you do to beat the gas price blues? Try these easy do it yourself projects to make your car or truck more fuel efficient:
1. Get rid of the extra weight – Cleaning out heavy objects from your trunk, removing roof racks and taking other similar measures to lighten the load can help you squeeze a few more miles out of a tank. Maybe this could be a chance to thin out stuff you’ve accumulated because of your pack rat tendencies.
2. Change the oil – While you might not necessarily be able to do it yourself in a Phoenix apartment parking lot, you can in some rentals. There are some apartment complexes that have a car care station where you can wash or maintain your car. Regardless, keeping up with oil changes is an important part of car maintenance. If you want a fuel efficient vehicle, car care is a must.
3. Change your filters – When fuel efficiency is important, changing oil and air filters is also an important consideration. When an air or oil filter is clogged with dirt and grime, it cause your engine to have to work harder thus burning more fuel. Replacing an air filter can increase your cars fuel efficiency up to 10%. If you don’t know how to handle this yourself, consider looking in your owner’s manual or buying a “how to” guide for your make and model vehicle. Simple acts like this can make a difference in efficiency.
4. Keep your tires at the right pressure – This is a big deal when it comes to fuel efficient vehicles. When tires are maintained at the right pressures, a car will operate better, hold the road better and use less fuel. A simple tire gauge is all you need for checking tire pressure. If pressure is low, fill the air to the right pressure at a local gas station. On the inside of the driver’s door, there should be a sticker that says what the air pressure should be in the tires. If not, then check the specifications in the owners manuel.
Other Do-It-Yourself Car Maintenance Tips
Beyond fuel efficiency, there are other do-it-yourself projects you can consider for car care. Some of the easiest things to do to keep a vehicle running right and looking great include keeping up with cleaning and detailing, cleaning upholstery, checking all fluids on a regular basis and even replacing wipers as needed. Doing these things yourself might not save you time, but it will save you money!
Fighting back against high gas prices is possible. One of the best ways is to take basic car maintenance into your own hands. Not only will you help make your vehicle more fuel efficient, you’ll also save some money on service fees in the process.
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