{"id":118248,"date":"2024-09-07T14:01:05","date_gmt":"2024-09-07T21:01:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=118248"},"modified":"2024-09-07T14:03:11","modified_gmt":"2024-09-07T21:03:11","slug":"your-short-term-car-maintenance-checklist-for-long-lasting-performance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/your-short-term-car-maintenance-checklist-for-long-lasting-performance\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Short-Term Car Maintenance Checklist for Long-Lasting Performance"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 5<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column118248_591c16-74 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column118248_591c16-74 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column118248_591c16-74 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column118248_591c16-74 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column118248_591c16-74 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column118248_591c16-74 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column118248_591c16-74{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column118248_591c16-74 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column118248_591c16-74 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column118248_591c16-74 inner-column-1 qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-cc71b5  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-da3ff1\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading118248_8b544d-91, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading118248_8b544d-91[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading118248_8b544d-91\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading118248_8b544d-91 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading118248_8b544d-91[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading118248_8b544d-91\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-family:Inter;font-weight:500;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading118248_8b544d-91 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading118248_8b544d-91[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading118248_8b544d-91\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading118248_8b544d-91 summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading118248_8b544d-91\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cars naturally exhibit various types of wear over time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Some easy short-term check-ups you can do yourself include checking the oil and coolant level, inspecting the air filter, and gauging the tire pressure, among others.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The interval of short-term check-ups depends on what you&rsquo;re checking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cars naturally become less roadworthy over time. That being said, some vehicles may last 40 years or more if they&rsquo;re maintained properly. Basically any part you need for the engine, drivetrain, suspension, or brakes is available to buy. Trim parts like door panels and dash parts are harder to find if the vehicle is more than 15 years old, sometimes less.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fortunately, you can maximize your daily driver&rsquo;s lifespan by performing occasional check-ups. These are easy to do and usually don&rsquo;t require much time and money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Short-term check-ups are encouraged to spot signs of wear and to address them as soon as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"769\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/checklist-for-car-maintenance-1024x769.jpg\" alt=\"checklist for car maintenance\" class=\"wp-image-118271\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/checklist-for-car-maintenance-1024x769.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/checklist-for-car-maintenance-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/checklist-for-car-maintenance-768x577.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/checklist-for-car-maintenance-1536x1154.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/checklist-for-car-maintenance-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/checklist-for-car-maintenance.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Every owner&rsquo;s manual has a checklist for maintenance, with each task tied to particular mileage such as you see in this illustration. | Image Source: Richard McCuistian<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Short-Term Check-Ups to Maximize Your Car<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Short-term check-ups are maintenance tasks you can occasionally do to ensure your car runs smoothly. The basics include checking the oil and coolant level, inspecting the air filter, and gauging the tire pressure and depth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Check the Oil and Coolant Level Weekly<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Always ensure your vehicle has enough <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/motor-oil\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"oil\">oil<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/coolant-antifreeze\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"coolant\">coolant<\/a> to run efficiently. Ideally, it&rsquo;s best to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/car-fluids-to-check-infographic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"check both fluids\">check both fluids<\/a> whenever you fill up your gas tank or at least weekly to allow you to top up either one whenever they&rsquo;re low. Your owner&rsquo;s manual should have information about their location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Inspect the Air Filter<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A dirty air filter restricts airflow and strains engine components, leading to poor combustion and fuel efficiency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you notice the filter is dirty or damaged, the best thing to do is to get a replacement. On average, a brand-new filter costs around $60. You can find more information about the intervals and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/how-to-change-your-engine-air-filter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"how to properly change an air filter\">how to properly change an air filter<\/a> in your owner&rsquo;s manual.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column118248_514514-65 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column118248_514514-65 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column118248_514514-65 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column118248_514514-65 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column118248_514514-65 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column118248_514514-65 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column118248_514514-65{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 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.kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column118248_70174d-af > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column118248_70174d-af > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column118248_70174d-af > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column118248_70174d-af > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column118248_70174d-af{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column118248_70174d-af > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column118248_70174d-af > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column118248_70174d-af inner-column-2 pro-tip-item2\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"protip-desc\">\n\t<div class=\"help-tip\">\n\t\t<p><strong>Pro Tips<\/strong> are nuggets of information direct from ASE-certified automobile technicians working with CarParts.com, which may include unique, personal insights based on their years of experience working in the automotive industry. These can help you make more informed decisions about your car.<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n    <div class=\"help-caption\">\n        <p>\n            <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong>\nIf the air filter housing is damaged so that it doesn&rsquo;t seal properly, don&rsquo;t try to fix it with duct tape. Buy a replacement. Dust can make its way past the filter and into the engine if the air filter housing is broken, cracked, or doesn&rsquo;t fit right.\n        <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-data443-irp-shortcode irp-shortcode\"><div style=\"clear:both; margin-top:0em; margin-bottom:1em;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/your-seasonal-car-maintenance-checklist-for-long-lasting-performance\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"dofollow\" class=\"ubcb5928d4b1f94e49f11c3c6ee8db3c1\"><style> .ubcb5928d4b1f94e49f11c3c6ee8db3c1 { padding:0px; margin: 0; padding-top:1em!important; padding-bottom:1em!important; width:100%; display: block; font-weight:bold; background-color:#eaeaea; border:0!important; border-left:4px solid #34495E!important; text-decoration:none; } .ubcb5928d4b1f94e49f11c3c6ee8db3c1:active, .ubcb5928d4b1f94e49f11c3c6ee8db3c1:hover { opacity: 1; transition: opacity 250ms; webkit-transition: opacity 250ms; text-decoration:none; } .ubcb5928d4b1f94e49f11c3c6ee8db3c1 { transition: background-color 250ms; webkit-transition: background-color 250ms; opacity: 1; transition: opacity 250ms; webkit-transition: opacity 250ms; } .ubcb5928d4b1f94e49f11c3c6ee8db3c1 .ctaText { font-weight:bold; color:#464646; text-decoration:none; font-size: 16px; } .ubcb5928d4b1f94e49f11c3c6ee8db3c1 .postTitle { color:#000000; text-decoration: underline!important; font-size: 16px; } .ubcb5928d4b1f94e49f11c3c6ee8db3c1:hover .postTitle { text-decoration: underline!important; } <\/style><div style=\"padding-left:1em; padding-right:1em;\"><span class=\"ctaText\">See also<\/span>&nbsp; <span class=\"postTitle\">Your Seasonal Car Maintenance Checklist for Long-Lasting Performance<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Gauge the Tire Pressure and Tread Depth<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ensuring your tires are inflated to the proper psi is crucial to maintaining road safety and fuel efficiency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Under-inflated tires can overheat because the larger surface area touching the road increases friction. 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class=\"help-tip\">\n\t\t<p><strong>Pro Tips<\/strong> are nuggets of information direct from ASE-certified automobile technicians working with CarParts.com, which may include unique, personal insights based on their years of experience working in the automotive industry. These can help you make more informed decisions about your car.<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n    <div class=\"help-caption\">\n        <p>\n            <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong>\nFor many years now, vehicles have been required to have tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS). If your TPMS system is offline due to a bad sensor, get it repaired.\n        <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You&rsquo;ll need a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/tire-pressure-gauge\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"tire pressure gauge\">tire pressure gauge<\/a> and an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/air-pump\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"air pump\">air pump<\/a> to check the tire&rsquo;s psi and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/putting-air-in-your-tires-are-you-doing-it-right\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"inflate them properly\">inflate them properly<\/a>. You can find more information about the correct amount of air pressure on your owner&rsquo;s manual, the tire itself, or on a sticker inside the driver&rsquo;s door.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&rsquo;s also a good idea to check your tire&rsquo;s treads, as it&rsquo;s an easy way to know if you need to replace your tires. You can do this by inserting a penny into the tread with Lincon&rsquo;s head upside down. If you can see all of his head, then it&rsquo;s time to replace the tires.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-data443-irp-shortcode irp-shortcode\"><div style=\"clear:both; margin-top:0em; margin-bottom:1em;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/how-to-clean-foggy-oxidized-headlights\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"dofollow\" class=\"ub65677aa1c4068032cf15693e26fbfcd\"><style> .ub65677aa1c4068032cf15693e26fbfcd { padding:0px; margin: 0; padding-top:1em!important; padding-bottom:1em!important; width:100%; display: block; font-weight:bold; background-color:#eaeaea; border:0!important; border-left:4px solid #34495E!important; text-decoration:none; } .ub65677aa1c4068032cf15693e26fbfcd:active, .ub65677aa1c4068032cf15693e26fbfcd:hover { opacity: 1; transition: opacity 250ms; webkit-transition: opacity 250ms; text-decoration:none; } .ub65677aa1c4068032cf15693e26fbfcd { transition: background-color 250ms; webkit-transition: background-color 250ms; opacity: 1; transition: opacity 250ms; webkit-transition: opacity 250ms; } .ub65677aa1c4068032cf15693e26fbfcd .ctaText { font-weight:bold; color:#464646; text-decoration:none; font-size: 16px; } .ub65677aa1c4068032cf15693e26fbfcd .postTitle { color:#000000; text-decoration: underline!important; font-size: 16px; } .ub65677aa1c4068032cf15693e26fbfcd:hover .postTitle { text-decoration: underline!important; } <\/style><div style=\"padding-left:1em; padding-right:1em;\"><span class=\"ctaText\">See also<\/span>&nbsp; <span class=\"postTitle\">How to Clean Foggy or Oxidized Headlights<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And while you&rsquo;re at it, you might as well get a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/spare-tire-accessories\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"spare tire\">spare tire<\/a> if you don&rsquo;t have one already. Spares allow you to change one tire, but they&rsquo;re not designed to be driven for extended periods. That means you&rsquo;ll need to replace the spare as soon as you get to an auto shop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rotate the Tires<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the subject of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/wheel-and-tire-package\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"tire\">tire<\/a> care, rotation is another maintenance task to consider. As the name suggests, tire rotation means changing your tires&rsquo; position to evenly spread wear across all four tires to maximize tread life since each tire has different amounts of wear due to its placement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example, the front tires on front-wheel drives will naturally get more worn out because they&rsquo;re the ones turning. To address this, you can rotate your tires every 6,000 miles or every other time you change your oil. Some tires stores will rotate the tires for free at every oil change if you bought the tires from them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&rsquo;re handy enough and have the necessary tools, you can even <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/tire-rotation\/#How_to_Rotate_Tires\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"rotate them yourself\">rotate them yourself<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Check the Lights<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The lights on your car are vital safety components, as they provide visibility during low-visibility situations. They also let you communicate with other drivers. For example, illuminated brake lights signify the car is coming to a halt. Accidents happen when one driver does something other drivers don&rsquo;t expect. The stop lamps and turn signals are how other drivers know you&rsquo;re slowing, stopping, or turning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Headlights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Driving while your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/headlight?srsltid=AfmBOooU3XbNMqNkkhGXg-C2NhcB4tQD9URnr8WvNV6zZCNdv6TeiQ-p\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"headlights\">headlights<\/a> are dim, flickering, or inoperative is not only risky but also illegal. Here&rsquo;s how long each type of headlight can last:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Tungsten-Halogen<\/strong>: 500 to 1,000 hours<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Xenon<\/strong>: 10,000 hours<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>HID<\/strong>: 2,000 hours<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>LED<\/strong>: 30,000 hours<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Note that these are rough estimates, so you should still inspect the headlights to see if they&rsquo;re starting to dim. In addition, replace or refinish any foggy plastic headlight assemblies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-data443-irp-shortcode irp-shortcode\"><div style=\"clear:both; margin-top:0em; margin-bottom:1em;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/how-to-replace-halogen-headlight-assembly\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"dofollow\" class=\"u0e30559244d4aa2ab87890a3c62d65b5\"><style> .u0e30559244d4aa2ab87890a3c62d65b5 { padding:0px; margin: 0; padding-top:1em!important; padding-bottom:1em!important; width:100%; display: block; font-weight:bold; background-color:#eaeaea; border:0!important; border-left:4px solid #34495E!important; text-decoration:none; } .u0e30559244d4aa2ab87890a3c62d65b5:active, .u0e30559244d4aa2ab87890a3c62d65b5:hover { opacity: 1; transition: opacity 250ms; webkit-transition: opacity 250ms; text-decoration:none; } .u0e30559244d4aa2ab87890a3c62d65b5 { transition: background-color 250ms; webkit-transition: background-color 250ms; opacity: 1; transition: opacity 250ms; webkit-transition: opacity 250ms; } .u0e30559244d4aa2ab87890a3c62d65b5 .ctaText { font-weight:bold; color:#464646; text-decoration:none; font-size: 16px; } .u0e30559244d4aa2ab87890a3c62d65b5 .postTitle { color:#000000; text-decoration: underline!important; font-size: 16px; } .u0e30559244d4aa2ab87890a3c62d65b5:hover .postTitle { text-decoration: underline!important; } <\/style><div style=\"padding-left:1em; padding-right:1em;\"><span class=\"ctaText\">See also<\/span>&nbsp; <span class=\"postTitle\">How to Replace a Halogen Headlight Assembly<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Turn Signals<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As mentioned, some lights are used to communicate with other drivers on the road. One such component is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/turn-signal-light\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"turn signals\">turn signals<\/a>, which let you communicate where you&rsquo;re going so others can act accordingly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Turn signals will usually last around 4,000 hours, but it&rsquo;s still something you should frequently check. Similar to headlights, you&rsquo;ll only need to switch the turn signals on to check.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Brake Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As mentioned, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/third-brake-light\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"brake lights\">brake lights<\/a> allow the car behind you to see if you&rsquo;re coming to a halt, which notifies the driver behind, giving them a chance to slow down to avoid collision. Brake lights can last up to four years or 40,000 miles, barring any physical damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wax the Car<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Waxing is a process that adds another protective layer to your vehicle, keeping the paint in good shape and reducing the odds of corrosion. The wax prevents the build-up of dust, sand, and salt, all of which can damage the paint job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can revive your car&rsquo;s luster by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/revive-the-luster-of-your-cars-paint\/#Step_Three_Waxing_and_Protecting\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"waxing it yourself\">waxing it yourself<\/a>. You&rsquo;ll save more money this way, as professional waxing costs between $55 and $150. In addition, you&rsquo;ll only need a wax, a sponge applicator pad, and some microfiber towels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Waxing is best done twice a year. Waxing it too often isn&rsquo;t damaging, but it&rsquo;s redundant and a waste of time and money because the protective layer won&rsquo;t come off easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Interval of Short-Term Check-Ups<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The interval of short-term check-ups depends on what you&rsquo;re checking. For example, you can check the tire pressure each time you visit a gas station, while air filter inspection depends on the vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The owner&rsquo;s manual that comes with your car should have more detailed information about the correct interval. However, you can make a checklist of all the processes listed above and perform them once a month or whenever you like. 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