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July 7th, 2010, 07:18 PM
http://www.carsforgirls.com/index.php/simple-summer-maintenance/
If you still haven’t had any summer maintenance performed on your vehicle, then now is the time. Here are some key items to check before you hit the road for that long family trip.
Flush your Radiator: The coolant in your radiator doesn’t last forever. Over time it can break down and start to corrode the inside of your radiator. This can lead to cooling problems and radiator repair. A radiator flush once a year is cheap insurance against radiator repairs.
Replace your Air Filter: You should replace your air filter twice a year. Before you start out on your road trip, have it replaced. It’s quick and easy.
Check your Tires: Summer traveling could mean driving in the rain. The tread on your tires must be adequate for rainy weather. Checking the tread depth on your tires takes only a minute. Be sure you check your tire pressure as well.
Replace your Wipers: Winter weather can be rough on your windshield wipers, making them almost useless if you get caught in a summer rain shower. Replace them at the beginning of the summer and you won’t have to worry. This is also a good time to top off your windshield wiper fluid.
Check your Battery: Corrosion on your battery is very likely to build up during winter weather driving. Check your battery posts and cables to ensure you’ll have no problems starting your car.
Look for burnt out Bulbs: Most times you don’t even notice that you have a headlight or bulb out. Take the time to look and see if anything needs replacing. Not only is it unsafe to drive with one headlight, but you can also get a ticket.
If you still haven’t had any summer maintenance performed on your vehicle, then now is the time. Here are some key items to check before you hit the road for that long family trip.
Flush your Radiator: The coolant in your radiator doesn’t last forever. Over time it can break down and start to corrode the inside of your radiator. This can lead to cooling problems and radiator repair. A radiator flush once a year is cheap insurance against radiator repairs.
Replace your Air Filter: You should replace your air filter twice a year. Before you start out on your road trip, have it replaced. It’s quick and easy.
Check your Tires: Summer traveling could mean driving in the rain. The tread on your tires must be adequate for rainy weather. Checking the tread depth on your tires takes only a minute. Be sure you check your tire pressure as well.
Replace your Wipers: Winter weather can be rough on your windshield wipers, making them almost useless if you get caught in a summer rain shower. Replace them at the beginning of the summer and you won’t have to worry. This is also a good time to top off your windshield wiper fluid.
Check your Battery: Corrosion on your battery is very likely to build up during winter weather driving. Check your battery posts and cables to ensure you’ll have no problems starting your car.
Look for burnt out Bulbs: Most times you don’t even notice that you have a headlight or bulb out. Take the time to look and see if anything needs replacing. Not only is it unsafe to drive with one headlight, but you can also get a ticket.