was coming to an end; approach autumn and colder weather soon follow. As cooler weather approaching, it is a good idea to think about how you can help your car take care of you. After all, your car is likely your only means of transportation to get you from point A to point B.
As an expert in automobile and car enthusiast claims, I have to both a professional and personal experience with the mechanics and vehicle use. I think it would be a good idea to make vehicle maintenance a habit like a colder approach time, and I've included some tips to get you started.
1. Tire pressure. The air pressure in your tires drops about 1 psi for every 10 degree drop in temperature. Keeping tires properly inflated, you will not only maintain good fuel consumption, but will prevent under-inflation can lead to tire failure and a potential accident.
2. Belts and hoses. Colder temperatures can weaken the rubber from which these parts are made. Verifying the integrity of belts and hoses and replace them before they fail, help keep you from being stranded on the side of the road waiting on the tow truck.
3. Windshield wiper and washer. Make sure you fill your wiper tank antifreeze wiper fluid liquid. fluid coupled with new wiper blades will allow you to maintain visibility at any time of year, but especially when the ice and road salt or debris can accumulate on your windshield and harm your anti-freeze visibility.
4. The cooling liquid. Check your coolant to ensure that it is at the right level to prevent costly engine repairs. Coolant not only prevents overheating in summer and freezing in winter, but it also consists of anti-corrosive properties which prevents the accumulation of rust in the engine.
5. Engine oil. Make sure it is at the appropriate level and you have the viscosity of the oil in the right engine designed for colder temperatures. The cold outdoor temperatures and thicker oil, slowing the flow. This can lead to premature wear due to increased friction when starting your engine.
6. Battery. Extremely cold temperatures can kill a car battery as easily as extreme heat. Plus a battery, the more likely to go to cold temperatures. Check the age of the battery. If it is close old or more than five years, consider replacing it. This will probably save you a major drawback that batteries usually fail at the worst possible moment.
7. Emergency Kit. Consider creating an emergency kit including jumper cables, flashlight, road rocket, basic tools, and a thermal blanket. These items can help you save in the event of problems with your vehicle occurs.
Remember, take care of your vehicle and you can count on her to take care of you. I hope I have helped to stay safe there with my maintenance tips. Do you have other tips you want to share? Please leave your suggestions below!
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