Car Repairs You Should Not Do by Yourself

In recent years, the DIY trend has been booming and continues to grow. Thanks to the YouTube videos, you can learn almost anything any time. However, when it comes to car repair, there are two things that are differentiated which every car owner has to understand and that is

• What can vehicle owners do?
• What should you do?

Now, let’s face the truth. As owning a car is a big investment and every car owner feels possessive to their car. Because of it, we think we are the only ones who know our cars the best. So, we can repair all the problems with our vehicles all by ourselves.  But, to be honest, this is not a good idea. 

Modern cars are exceptionally complex, and they run on sophisticated machinery, so it is not advisable to take the hoods off instantly. Otherwise, you could end up doing more damage to the car than fixing it, leading to a higher cost than what it was originally.

PitStopArabia has been honest and upfront with its customers. We try our best to help you carry out the repair work yourself. However, we recognise that there are some things which you must never try to repair yourself. Today’s article will cover these things.

Why Should You Not Carry Out These Repairs Yourself?

There are several reasons. For instance:

Effort

At times, the effort you put in the repair work is not worth it. You might take several hours while a professional car repair service can do the same in a matter of minutes.

Complexity

At times, the repair is too complex, meaning that you cannot carry it out yourself without professional help and tools. For example, if the dashboard shows an ABS error, there is not much that you can do about it.

Cost

There is a possibility that you might do more harm than good when repairing. In that case, the repair cost will increase substantially.

Warranty

If you carry out the repair yourself, you might void the warranty.

Insurance

Before carrying out any repair, it is always best to check in with your insurance provider. The reason is that insurance companies in UAE or elsewhere might refuse to cover the repair bill if you try to repair it. The reason is that it might be against the contract.

List of Car Repairs to Avoid Doing at Home

There are a few things that car owners must avoid doing to their car, including:

Air Bags

When the point comes to buy a car, you always ensure the proper working of some of the safety features before buying a car. Airbags is one of the safety features which every owner looks for. We think that the reason for mentioning this car part is self-explanatory. Airbags are there to protect you in case of a collision or accident. We recommend trying to replace or repair it even if you consider yourself an expert. The reason is that there are plenty of things that can go wrong. You should ways get this type of service done from a professional repair company.

AC System

If your compressor malfunctions, you are in for a costly and time-consuming repair. Always get the AC repaired by a professional. Why? The reason is that when the compression malfunctions, it is likely that other components will be damaged. So, fixing the AC is not within a layperson’s skills.

Transmission Box

The transmission box looks straightforward, right? I mean, it is only a stick that you can move up-down and left-right. Wrong! When you open the transmission box, you will be surprised to see the system's complexity. Trust us when we say that it is something that you do not want to be repairing yourself at home.

Fuel System

If there is even a minor problem with the fuel system, stay away from it. Why? Problems with the fuel system may lead to fire, the release of toxic fumes into the passenger cabin, and a lot more. So, it would be good if you leave it to the professionals.

ECU

It stands for the electronic control unit and controls at least one electrical system in your automobile. Unless you are a certified ECU technician, stay away from ECU repairs.

Bodywork & Paint

The bodywork and paint are the first things that people will notice when they look at your vehicle. So, try to maintain them as well as possible. If there is a dent or scraped paint, do not attempt to repair yourself. You might damage it further, or the paint might mismatch. Therefore, always let professionals handle this type of work.

Windscreen

You can get a windscreen from an old car in the junkyard. But you will still need several other materials and the best time to complete the windscreen replacement. The cost can quickly rise. On top of it all, you will never have the satisfaction of knowing whether you did the work safely. So, always let professionals repair and replace your windscreen.

Wrap Up

We acknowledge that several other things can make it to the list above. However, our purpose is not to provide you with a detailed list. Instead, the idea is to warn car owners to respect their limits and let professionals carry out the work.