DIY Guides & How-To

Step-by-step guides from Pablo's team — fix common issues yourself or know when to call us.

How to Check Your Oil Level
Easy5 minutes

How to Check Your Oil Level

Checking your oil takes about two minutes and can save you from a very expensive engine repair. Here's how to do it right every time.

Clean rag or paper towel, Your vehicle's owner's manual (optional)View guide →
How to Check and Inflate Your Tires
Easy10 minutes

How to Check and Inflate Your Tires

Properly inflated tires make your car handle better, last longer, and get better gas mileage. Takes less than ten minutes and all you need is a simple gauge.

Tire pressure gauge (pencil, dial, or digital — any will do), Air compressor or access to a gas station air pumpView guide →
How to Jump Start a Dead Battery
Medium15 minutes

How to Jump Start a Dead Battery

A dead battery doesn't have to ruin your day. With a set of jumper cables and another running vehicle, you can usually get back on the road in under ten minutes.

Jumper cables (at least 10 feet long, 6-gauge or thicker), A running vehicle with a healthy batteryView guide →
How to Change a Flat Tire Safely
Medium30–45 minutes

How to Change a Flat Tire Safely

Getting a flat is stressful, but changing it yourself is a skill worth knowing. Here's how to do it safely and get back on the road.

Spare tire (make sure it's properly inflated), Car jack (usually stored with the spare)...View guide →
How to Check Your Brake Fluid
Easy5 minutes

How to Check Your Brake Fluid

Brake fluid is easy to overlook, but it's what gives your brake pedal its firmness. Low or dark fluid is a sign your brakes need attention.

Clean rag, Flashlight (helpful but optional)View guide →
How to Clean Corroded Battery Terminals
Easy20 minutes

How to Clean Corroded Battery Terminals

That blue-white fuzzy buildup on your battery terminals is corrosion, and it can cause all kinds of electrical gremlins. The good news — it's easy to clean off.

Baking soda, Water...View guide →
How to Replace Your Windshield Wiper Blades
Easy10–15 minutes

How to Replace Your Windshield Wiper Blades

Streaky, squeaky wipers are more than annoying — they're a visibility hazard. Replacing them takes about ten minutes and no tools at all.

New wiper blades (bring your vehicle year, make, and model to the auto parts store — driver and passenger blades are often different lengths)View guide →
How to Add Coolant to Your Radiator
Easy10 minutes

How to Add Coolant to Your Radiator

Coolant (also called antifreeze) keeps your engine from overheating in the summer and freezing solid in a Twin Falls winter. Here's how to safely top it off.

Pre-mixed coolant (or concentrated coolant plus distilled water for a 50/50 mix), Funnel (optional but helpful)...View guide →