The first warm weekend of the season traditionally creates the harmony of cleaning products, vacuums, and garden plumbing. But while you are in a hurry to put light on your car, it is equally important to make sure it is ready for warm weather inside and out." The most critical areas to be inspected after the harsh winter months are engine fluids, radiator pipes, belts, tires, and brake," said Pat Goss, head of oPBS's'soPBS's's MotorWeek and Washington Post vehicles" "Adequate preparation for these important areas of the car before the weather warms up will not only keep you safe while driving, it will help prevent an expensive repair."
After battling snowy months, hot roads, and cold roads, your car is undoubtedly in need of serious care. To make your spring trouble-free, follow this 10-point list of safety, reliability, and fuel economy.
1. Remove your winter tires and rotate the radials for the entire season — If you have winter tirit'sit's time to keep them away. If you do not have winter tires, it is equally essential to always inflate or replace them with new lights.
2. Checking the brakes After a cold winter, be sure to check your brakes. Warning signs include overeating, itching, yelling, or talking.
3. Wiper blade-Wipers work hard during the winter months; removing dirt and debris from your front window and replacing it in the spring before bathing makes it challenging to see.
4. Clean the floor-In addition to washing the outside, be sure to spray the bottom of your car and under the rear and front bumpers to remove any salt buildup, which can lead to erosion and corrosion. Use a high-pressure sprayer or hose to get the best results.
5. Install protective material - Any vinyl surface, such as seats and steering wheel, is likely to crack, damage the sun, and wear off - so be sure to install a protector at the beginning of the season with regular touch.
6. Change your oil - Think about the type of fuel you have in your engine. Fully engineered oils, such as Mobil 1, are specially designed to protect your engine from overheating while increasing engine efficiency and reducing fuel consumption. (For more information on Mobil 1, go to www.mobiloil.com.)
7. Check all fluids- In the winter months, juices run out efficiently as your engine works hard in cold weather. Be sure to check, lift or change all liquids, including binding, transmission, cooling, power steering, and electric clock liquid.
8. Pressure test - Check the cooling system's pressure, and check the belts and pipes for wear or deterioration.
9. Clean the house inside and make sure you dispose of any unwanted trash that has lain under your seats in the winter. Now is also the time to store your winter car mat in the garage.
10. Wash your car - All cars, no matter how finished they are (clear coat, acrylic, crust, etc.), must be washed every year. To keep your car light and protect the surface, lubricate your car when it is ultimately "ry.
"Warm weather is here - so make sure you follow these simple tips to ensure the reliability of cars in the warmer months to "come," Goss s "id. "By taking care of your car, they can probably take care of you. And it will make you very little m "ey."
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