the temperature and time changes. But, just like humans, our vehicles
also need some adjusting and preparation for these changes as well.
The best time to prepare your vehicle for the Hot Summer Months is in the Spring.
You can do it yourself or take it to your Automotive Expert to be done. The best deal and service should be offered.
It
seems as though many women do not know where to go or who to turn to
for their automotive needs. This is true for those women who do not have
a man around to help and advice them of their vehicle necessities. Most
women do not catch a problem with their vehicle until it is too late. A
good automotive technician or automotive shop needs to understand their
automotive needs. An expert automotive technician should know how to
help, listen, and be very willing to learn the needs and automotive
problems that women experience. Automotive technicians need to be
intoned and strive to educate women about their vehicles and lead them
in the right direction. This needs to be done with trust building and by
being reliable in the service and advice that is provided by the
automotive expert. The sooner that the vehicle problem is found the more
economical it will be to repair the problem. More problems will arise
if you wait to long to get the problem taken care of. The first advice
that need to be mentioned is to: Always keep up to date with Maintenance
and Inspection. Your Personal Mechanic should be able to perform an
inspection on your vehicle at little to no cost at all, depending on the
mechanic. Service may be required after inspection and that is where
the charges will start.
This is the Maintenance and Inspection that is needed in Spring for the Hot Summer Months:
Check your antifreeze and coolant level
-
A common cause for automobile breakdowns is due to a Coolant System
Failure. If you plan on servicing your coolant yourself there are some
things that you need to check first.
- Check the label on the coolant bottle. It has to be the correct type of coolant for your type of vehicle.
- Use 50/50 percent of antifreeze and water.
If
you have to add coolant there may be a leak. Have your vehicle
inspected for coolant leaks. An over heated engine is one of the Worst
Problems for your vehicle. It would save you more money to have it
inspected rather then risk it over heating. Your Personal Mechanic
should be able to check this out for you at little to no cost. Service
may be required after inspection.
Your AC System needs to be inspected
It
is important to get your air conditioner checked for leaks and
recharged to ensure optimal performance during the Hot Summer Months.
Your Personal Mechanic should be able to check this out for you at
little to no cost. Service may be required after inspection.
Check your Battery functions
If
your battery is more then 3 years old it should be inspected. Your
personal mechanic should test its capacity and the output of your
alternator.
It is also very important to make sure that the
battery terminal ends are free of corrosion. You can clean the terminal
ends yourself by simply cleaning with baking soda and water.
Check your Tire Pressure and tread depth
It
is important to make sure that the tires are inflated to the correct
pressure. You can find the pressure amounted listed on the sidewall of
your tire.
The tread depths of your tires need to be checked with
every season change. You can check the tread by: Inserting a penny
between the treads. If you can see the top of Lincoln's hair then, you
need to change the tire. The tread is not in good condition.
If
you live in an area where there is a lot of rain then you check the
tread a little different. You use the same "hair rule" but, you use a
nickel instead of a penny.
It is very important to check All Rubber Hoses and Belts
It
is so important to make sure that your hoses and belts are not damaged.
Inspect for heavy cracks and missing chunks within the hoses.
Your coolant hose needs to be inspected because; it wears from the inside out.
If
you are not aware of all the hoses and belts to check then, take it to
your personal mechanic for inspection. Inspection should cost you little
to nothing depending on the mechanic. Service may be required after
inspection.
Brake Systems will need to be checked
Have
your car's brake system checked if you haven't had it inspected in the
previous 6 months. Brakes wear down quickly. It is so important to keep
your brakes maintained and serviced before any problem arises. The
sooner you find a brake problem the cheaper the problem can be fixed.
Brake Inspection should cost you little to nothing depending on the
mechanic. Service may be required after inspection.
Pay attention to the warning signs of brake problems. The biggest warning sign will be a warning light.
Make sure that your vehicles Engine Oil and Filter is changed and up to date.
Engine
Oil should be changed every 3,000 miles to keep the engine healthy and
to prolong its life. Automotive Technicians also check for oil leaks.
Many
people are not aware of the importance of following the manufacturer's
recommendation for the weight, grade, and type of oil to use. These are
oil weights: 0/30W, 5/30W, 20/50W. Using an incorrect type or weight may
invalidate your manufacturer's warranty and be harmful to your vehicle.
It
is important to use High Quality Engine Oil and a High Quality Oil
Filter. This will extend the life of your engine and properly keep
contaminants out of the engine.
It is a good idea to always replace the drain plug gasket along with the oil and oil filter.
Preparing your Vehicle for the Winter Months
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