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For many of the 49.7 million single women in the U.S., car care can be a pain. Owning a car comes with a lot of responsibility and it’s sometimes hard to know when you need to visit your Ford Dealer service department. Lucky for Ford owners today, there are simple things anyone can do to help maintain their vehicle.

Did you know it’s recommended that drivers change their wiper blades every six months? Wiper blades are easy and affordable to fix on your own. Simply know your Ford’s model info and visit a local auto store to find a match. Or stop by your Ford Dealer. Some blades even come with easy snap-on connectors.

Perhaps even easier than changing your own wiper blades is replacing your windshield washer fluid. It’s important to keep the container filled, because you never know when you’ll return to a car to find dusty windows. In the summer, it’s a good idea to use a washer fluid that includes a dissolvent to get the extra grime and bugs off.

In addition to do-it-yourself car care, there are also less expensive gadgets you can keep in the car to prevent accidents and a call to 911. Every year, thousands of children suffer from injuries caused by back-over related accidents. A back-up camera is a great way to ensure a full view of those hard-to-see spots, prevent harm to others and possibly prevent expensive damages to your vehicle. Some can even be wirelessly connected for easy installation,

If you find yourself with a dead battery, bring it back to life with the latest Car-to-Car charger. This small device, which fits in the palm of your hand, can successfully jump a car without even opening the hood. Done by connecting two cars through their cigarette lighters or accessory outlets with a cable for side-by-side, or tandem parked vehicles, an LED indicator light tells the user when the vehicle is charged and ready to start.

Frequent reading of your Ford Owner’s Manual with help you stay on top of recommended maintenance. And a good relationship with your Ford Dealer service department goes a long way in easing your fears of repair issues.