If you’re like most people, you probably don’t have a lot of experience working on cars. Or if you do, it’s likely that it’s a skill that you’ve put away in your garage, never to be used again. But car repair and maintenance isn’t as difficult as it might seem, and there are plenty of resources available to help you learn how to do it yourself. The first step is to gather the materials that you’ll need. You’ll need some tools, including a wrench set, a screwdriver set, and a socket set; some parts, including an oil pan and air filter; and some information, including the owner’s manual for your car. Once you have all of the necessary materials assembled, it’s time to get started. Start by reading through the owner’s manual carefully so that you understand all of the instructions. Next, start by inspecting the car for any problems or issues. If there are any problems with the car that need to be fixed right away, fix them before proceeding further. Otherwise, take note of any issues with the car so that they can be addressed later on. Once everything has been inspected and fixed as necessary, it’s time to start working on the engine. Start by removing the oil pan and air filter assembly from the engine bay; these assemblies can often be damaged if not removed properly during repairs or maintenance work on engines. Once these assemblies are removed, remove any screws or bolts that hold them in place and set them aside for later use. Next, remove the engine cover by unscrewing two screws at either side of its hinge point; once these screws are removed, gently pull up on both sides of cover until it separates from rest of engine bay housing. Be careful not to damage anything while removing cover – once it is free from its housing unit, place it aside for later use (you can reuse its housing unit if needed). Now comes one of the more ..