Do you take yourself to be a responsible car owner? How often do you take the time to conduct the necessary clean-up and the check-up of the car? These days a car is no longer simply a means of conveyance, people see it as an asset as well.
- The Foundation: Regular Oil Changes
Picture the engine of a car. You can consider that the heart of a car, and oil is the lifeblood. The oil pump, the circulatory system of the car, rotates and lubricates joint, lessens friction to a significant screw, and plastic, etc. lubricates a piston, and etc. Rotating, or moving the plate and the internal oil gets filtered as well, and we hardly realize it. With time, it loses its efficacy, oil wears out, gets grimy, and can be ineffective for a longer time. These, in turn results to an increase in friction, and oil, and/or excess heat, as well as unnecessary engine wear. Oil changes take out the old oil, and replaces it, and ensures that everything else, remains functioning optimally.
- Tire Care: The Unsung Hero of Safety and Efficiency
Tires are the only point of contact between a vehicle and the road. Tire maintenance doesn’t only guarantee safety but also efficiency and longevity. Tire pressure, rotation, and balancing and alignment checks should be conducted regularly in order to achieve maximum wear and tear reduction. Under-inflation, for example, can increase fuel consumption and sudden wear, leading to premature replacement cycles.
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- Brake Check-Ups: Your Lifeline on the Road
Brakes are, quite literally, your saving grace on the road. The absence of proper maintenance can lead to squealing, sluggishness, and worst of all, brake failure. Regular brake inspections help spot worn brake pads and low fluid levels, and pre-emptively address them before a major repair. Fluid Levels: The Vital Liquids That Keeps Everything Running
Apart from oil, the car relies on several other fluids as well — coolant, brake fluid, transmission fluid, steering fluid, and windshield washer fluid among others. Each of these has a specific function such as preventing the engine from overheating and enabling smooth gear shifts. Untamed fluid levels can cause overheating and diminished performance and can even lead to a car losing its functionality altogether.
Air Filters: The Lungs of the Vehicle
Air filters stop and protect the engine and inside of the car from being dirtied and contaminated by dust and other particles. The automobile is affected by a blocked air filter in a way that performance, fuel efficiency, and emission levels go down. Compulsive replacement of the air filter guarantees that both you and the automobile are provided with clean air, thus increasing overall efficiency and prolonging engine lifespan.
- Battery Maintenance: Powering Up Your Journey
All vehicles depend on an Electronic Control Unit (ECU). Equally important, in order for an ECU to function, the vehicle requires an operational battery. The battery is crucial in starting the vehicle and powering any other electrical components. Neglecting regular vehicle maintenance such as checking the charge levels, inspecting battery terminals for corrosion, and ensuring connections are secure, can lead to inconvenient breakdowns.
In order to preserve the overall quality, functionality, and longevity of the vehicle, batteries should be inspected and maintained as well.
Give Your Car the Care it Deserves
Your vehicle is a companion on all of your journeys and adventures, always present, and reliable. The car requires service in order to preserve its quality and functionality.
