Hot Summer Car Care Tips

 

Just because you may not work as much this summer, that doesn’t mean your vehicle gets to take the summer off. If anything, its use goes up astronomically. Make sure your car is in tip-top shape before you hit the road. By following these summer car care tips, you’ll ensure the safety of your family, save money at the pump, and keep your car in exemplary mechanic condition. Here’s how.

1. Tire Pressure

The summer temperatures stress the rubber of your tires, causing them to deflate more rapidly, especially when you’re driving a lot. To prevent a blowout or dangerous underinflation, check the PSI (pounds per square inch) of your tires at least every month, but preferably each week. Use you owner’s manual to find the exact optimal pressure for your vehicle.

2. Check the Coolant

During the summer, your engine components work harder to keep the temperature of your car at a functional level. One of those components is the radiator, which uses coolant to keep the engine at an ideal temperature. Because of the vast role it plays in temperature regulation, you need to make sure it has the right amount of coolant. Check the coolant at least once a month and top it off as necessary. If you haven’t had a radiator or coolant flush in the past year, it’s probably time to get one done.

While this isn’t an exhaustive list of everything you can do to keep your car running smoothly this summer, it’s an adequate start to put your mind at ease.

 

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