Timing belt replacement and other cool stuff
Basic car maintenance and repair that the vehicle owner can perform himself includes a routine check of steering and brake fluids, oil and oil filter, air filter, wiper blades and fluid, headlights and turn signals. Check your mirrors, dashboard lights, door locks and gear shaft to be sure they are operating properly, and keep the interior upholstery looking sharp. A good appearance can make you feel better about driving that older car. Some car repair and maintenance tasks that you may wish to leave to a technician include checking your timing belt, transmission, radiator, air conditioning, and electrical and computer systems. Car repair shops also keep detailed records of each service performed on your vehicle, which is invaluable information you can pass along to the next owner of the car.