Take Advantage of Gentle Weather for Car Care
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Take Advantage of Mild Weather for Car Care
Early fall, before the chill of winter arrives, is the perfect time to focus on car maintenance. Experts from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) suggest this timing to address the wear and tear from summer and prepare for the icy months ahead. Here’s a helpful checklist from ASE to keep your vehicle in top shape:
- Follow Your Vehicle's Manual: Adhere to the service schedule recommended in your owner's manual to ensure your vehicle runs smoothly.
- Address Engine Issues: If you experience hard starts, rough idling, stalling, or reduced power, get these fixed at a reputable repair shop. Cold weather can exacerbate existing problems.
- Replace Dirty Filters: Clean filters can improve your gas mileage and ensure the engine runs efficiently.
- Oil Change: Change your oil according to the schedule in your manual to maintain engine health.
- Cooling System Maintenance: Flush and refill the cooling system as recommended. Regularly check the coolant’s level, condition, and concentration. Only remove the radiator cap after the engine has cooled. Have a certified technician examine the drive belts, clamps, and hoses for any signs of wear.
- Check the Battery: A professional should assess your battery's condition with the proper equipment. If you prefer to do it yourself, clean any corrosion from posts and cables, ensuring all connections are tight. Remember to wear eye protection and gloves.
- Inspect Tires: Evaluate tread life and look for uneven wear and sidewall damage. Check tire pressure monthly when the tires are cool. Don’t forget the spare, and ensure the jack is in working order. Rotate your tires as recommended.
- Professional Assistance: Leave complex tasks to pros. Choose shops with modern equipment, tidy surroundings, courteous staff, and certified technicians.
- Emergency Preparedness: Keep gloves, boots, blankets, flares, a small shovel, sand or cat litter, tire chains, a flashlight, and a cell phone in your car. High-energy snacks are also useful.
The ASE was founded in 1972 to enhance the quality of automotive service through testing and certification of professionals. ASE-certified technicians are identifiable by their blue and white insignia. These experts can be found in a range of facilities, from dealerships to independent garages and franchises.
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