Tips Care Your Car
1. Battery – Keep
the battery connections clean, tight and corrosion-free. Cold weather
is hard on batteries, so it’s wise to check the battery and charging
system. Because batteries don’t always give warning signs before they
fail, it is advisable to replace batteries that are more than three
years old.
2. Heater, Defrosters and Wiper Blades – Check
that the heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) system are
working properly as heating and cooling performance is critical for
interior comfort and for safety reasons, such as defrosting. Fall is
also a great time to check your air filters.
Wiper blades that are torn, cracked or don’t properly clean your
windshield should be replaced. As a general rule, wiper blades should be
replaced every six months. When changing the blades, be sure to also
check the fluid level in the windshield washer reservoir.
3. Tires – Check
the tires, including the tire pressure and tread depth. Uneven wear
indicates a need for wheel alignment. Tires should also be checked for
bulges and bald spots. If snow and ice are a problem in your area,
consider special tires designed to grip slick roads. During winter, tire
pressure should be checked weekly as tires lose pressure when
temperatures drop.
4. Brakes – Have
the brake system checked, including brake linings, rotors and drums.
Brakes are critical to vehicle safety and particularly important when
driving on icy or snow-covered roads.
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