Automotive DIY: Check Fluids Constantly
As your vehicle gets older and up there in mileage (I have one over 200,000 still going strong and two over 140,000), I highly recommend checking your fluids constantly.
I drive quite a bit, and I check my automotive fluids every Saturday. Here is what I check:
- Oil
- Brake fluid
- Power steering
- Transmission fluid
- Antifreeze
- Wiper fluid
Most are purely visual inspection, with the exception of oil.
This procedure takes me five minutes on three vehicles, 15 minutes if I need to make additions.
I also check tire pressure weekly and use fuel additives every three weeks or so.
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DDFD believes that self reliance and self sufficiency are the roads to individual freedom. He is dedicated to living a quality life through frugality, personal growth and productivity, and defensive entrepreneurship. He also enjoys cooking from scratch and fishing.
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