A Few Summer Car Care Tips
• Make sure your tires are properly inflated. Using an air pressure gauge, be sure that your tire pressure meets the manufacturer's specifications, as listed in the owner's manual.
• Check your oil. It's a good habit to check your motor oil before every trip. If it's low, or due for a change, your engine is in danger of overheating.
• Monitor your coolant and water levels. Overheating can also occur if your engine's coolant or water level is too low, so both should be regularly checked.
• Test your battery. Summer temperatures can shorten the life of your car's battery. Before taking a trip, weak or old batteries should be tested and replaced if necessary.
• Test your vehicle lights and turn signals. Check your vehicle's lights, including all headlights, brakelights and turn signals, to make sure they work properly.
• Clean your vehicle lights. It is important to see and be seen. Built-up residue, such as pollen or dirt, may cause your headlights to become dim.
• Check your wiper blades. The weather does not always cooperate while you're travelling. Remember to check your wiper blades on both sides to ensure tight attachment and a clean blade surface.
• Clean your windshield and windows. Regularly clean your windshield and windows on both the inside and outside to reduce glare and improve visibility.

Simple low cost maintenance now is much better than a major repair later.
   
Winterizing Your Car

Taking the time to perform winter auto maintenance brings you one step closer to being prepared for the falling temperature and snow.

-Windshield wipers. Check windshield wipers blades and replace the blade if it streaks or if over 1 year old. Consider using winter blades for tough ice buildups.
-Tires. Check tires for wearing, balding or alignment issues. Check tire pressure at least once a month. Improperly inflated tires can reduce gripping when you need it the most.
- Lights. Check to make sure all lights are in working condition. With lower visibility in the winter, you want to make sure other drivers can see you.
- Brake pads and shoes. Replace worn pads and have your brakes professionally inspected ensures immediate response in icy or slippery situations.
- Top off your fluids: engine coolants, power steering, brake, radiator, windshield washer and battery fluids. Use a 50/50 mix of antifreeze and water in the engine cooling system. Check your owner's manual or antifreeze container for specifications. Flush the cooling system every two years. Use winter windshield washer antifreeze, and consider using winter wiper blades.
- Gas. Keep your gas tank at least half full. This helps reduce moisture problems in the fuel system.
- Belts. Look for cracks or fraying edges in the belt. Change belts that are worn or cracked. Follow the owner's manual for preventive maintenance.
- Get an oil and filter change, recommended at every 3,000 miles.
- Spark plugs. Check spark plugs. Replace if they are worn or misfiring.
-Battery. The cold temperature increases the battery workload and can take a toll. If your car cranks slowly when you start it, have that battery checked. Replace battery if it is more than three years old. Clean corrosion off the contacts. Be sure to avoid contact with battery acid, use gloves and eye protection.

 

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