Your car has struggled against the snow, ice, salt and potholes for months. Needless to say, some attention is certainly to help retrieve your car for the winter. Here are eight areas of your car, you'll want to check (or have checked) Now that winter is in the rearview mirror.
- Tires. Now it's time to exchange your snow tires for your all-season tires. If you kept your all-season tires all winter, you'll want to have them rotated. Indeed, the drive wheels will wear faster in all conditions, but especially in severe winter conditions. By having their regular rotation (about every 3,000 to 6,000 miles), they will better distribute wear and tear and prolong the life of your tires.
Also, if you 're keeping your all-season tires on all year, make sure to check the tire pressure. The cold air reduces tire pressure, which reduces the adhesion of the tires have with the road. The tire pressure may have automatically upgraded when the weather warmed, but it is always best to check. (If a tire is particularly weak, it could mean that there is a puncture or leak.) - wiper blades. Your wiper blades probably overtime removing snow and slush on your windshield. This, and the fact that the cold weather wear blades, means you'll want to inspect the spring. Replace them if they look worn, creaking or not to water quite clear on your windshield.
- of the body of the car. The salt used on winter roads can corrode your car, which can cause rust to form. This is particularly true as regards the substructure of the car.
Get things under control by taking your car to a car wash that regular high-pressure and sprays. It clears salt, allowing you to inspect your car for any small pits and bubbles that could be the beginning of a rust spot. Definitely take your car to a shop if you notice the beginnings of a rust spot. Before next winter, you can also stop back for your car pre-treated with a sub-spray oil solution that will help you withstand the salt damage of winter road. - Brakes. brakes are working harder in winter, so it's a good idea to give a close listen. If they make strange noises, take your car to a pro ASAP. You may also consider having your brake pads checked and drums, especially if your car is at the upper end of the spectrum mileage. It is easy to get used to the feel of worn brakes.
- Fluids. It is important to check your car's fluid levels because cars tend to use more fluids during the winter. Have a pro check your brake levels, oil, windshield, engine coolant, battery and transmission fluid. Also ask him or her to test your battery for extremely cold temperatures can take a toll on batteries. (Some auto supply stores will test your battery for those without calling in your area to know to offer a free service.)
- engine air filter. A clean engine air filter helps the engine take in fresh and clean air. If it is clogged, the engine has to work harder. This can reduce your fuel consumption, so be sure to replace your engine air filter about every 15,000 miles.
- Car Interior. Now it's time to wash the floors, vacuum and clean all the garbage that has accumulated. You can also consider applying a protective dressing for the interior vinyl to give it a barrier against the sun filled days ahead.
- Alignment. Potholes can hit your car out of alignment. If your car pulls in one direction instead of maintaining a straight path, it could be out of alignment. Have a pro check alignment if this is the case. (Also check with your state or city to see if they accept potholes seeks damages your car undergoes a road state or city.)
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