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4 Summer Maintenance Tips for Your Car

6/30/2016

Like getting a house, buying a car is one of the most valuable investments you can put your hard-earned money into. That’s why it’s so important that you keep your vehicle in top condition — not only so you can optimize its use but also to cut down on repair costs. Now that summer has arrived, here are 5 maintenance tips to keep in mind.

1. Check Tire Pressure
The higher temperatures of the summer season can heat up the air inside your tires and increase pressure and this is even more evident when you are on the road. Make sure that the pressure in your tires comply with the manufacturer’s recommendation and consider the increase in ambient temperatures as well. Both under-inflating and over-inflating can have serious consequences to your safety and the car’s fuel consumption.

2. Change Your Car’s Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Before a long drive under the summer sun, have your engine oil checked if it needs changing and while you’re at it, change the oil filter, too. A fresh batch of oil in your engine ensures that parts run smoothly, are clean, and most importantly, are cool. Heavy driving combined with the summer heat can overheat the engine and this is even more so when you’re using dirty and old oil.

3. Check the Belts and Hoses
The cold temperatures of winter can cause rubber and plastic to harden and crack, resulting to leaks. The main purpose of belts and hoses is to keep your engine running cool. Check them for cracks and leaks and replace them if necessary or you may find yourself stranded on the road and under the hot sun.

4. Have Your Car Serviced
Have your car checked thoroughly by a certified service center mechanic. A quick check and tune-up can save you a lot of trouble and gas. Car service prices are also affordable considering the many benefits.

For your auto parts needs, you can always count on Meyers Auto Parts. We have a wide selection of OEM and aftermarket parts for your beloved vehicle. Their friendly staff and sales personnel will be more than happy to assist you.

2 Comments

Daisy jones link

3/24/2018 03:01:43 am

It is really dangerous to drive with damaged timing belt and hoses. So, before leaving for a long road trip, the condition of timing belt and hoses needs to be inspected and if any types of damage is identified, then it should be repaired in time or should be replaced. Apart from this, tire pressure needs to be inspected including the spare one. Apart from this, the quantity and quality of different types of fluids used in the vehicles including the coolant needs to be inspected. So, the bottom line is that before leaving for a long road trip, we have to make sure that every components of the vehicle is in better working condition.

Amy Zahirski link

9/5/2018 02:18:20 am

Summer is the time when vehicles have to bear the scorching rays of sun. So to get relief from the extreme heat we should prepare our car. With the increasing temperatures during summer the tire pressure also increases. Tires must be properly inflated which has also positive effects on the fuel efficiency of the car.
Coolant has a major role to play in cooling the engine. So the level of coolant must be topped off if it is not at the proper level. Along with coolant the quantity and quality of all other fluids need to be inspected.

4 Summer Maintenance Tips for Your Car

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