Maintenance and parts guides
Jobs you can do on your own car, when to see a mechanic and how to find the right part.
How to change your engine oil
Changing engine oil and the oil filter: which oil to buy, how many litres you need, the sump plug, the filter seal and what to do with used oil. Step by step.
MaintenanceWhen should the timing belt be replaced?
How to find the timing belt replacement interval, what a snapped belt does to the engine, which parts come in a timing belt kit and why the water pump is replaced at the same time.
MaintenanceHow to replace the air filter and cabin (pollen) filter
The difference between the engine air filter and the cabin (pollen) filter, when to replace them, how to do it yourself and the direction arrow to watch when fitting.
MaintenanceHow to check and change coolant (antifreeze)
Checking the coolant level safely, measuring frost protection, which coolant to use, mixing different types and the right mix ratio with water.
MaintenanceWhat is replaced at a scheduled service?
Parts replaced at minor and major services: oil, filters, spark plugs, brake fluid, coolant and the timing belt. A service checklist and what to watch at the workshop.
MaintenanceHow to change a headlight bulb
Finding which headlight bulb fits your car, the difference between H7, H4 and H1 sockets, why you should not touch the glass and what to watch with xenon and LED headlights.