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10 Regular Tips on Car Maintenance

We have penned down 10 regular car maintenance tips which you will find useful to maintain it in a

good shape.

Regular car maintenance is of utmost importance for its smooth functioning and long term use. You can

avoid lots of car related problems by making some simple fixes yourself. For your convenience, we have

penned down 10 regular car maintenance tips which you will find useful to maintain it in a good shape.

1- Monitor engine oil – Regularly check the engine oil if it maintains the proper level. The oil should be

replenished as per the recommended level.

2- Inspect tyres – Tyres also require frequent inspections to ensure they are not deflated, overinflated,

or have any abnormal wear patterns which indicate wheel alignment problems. If you sense any

vibrations in the steering wheel it means the tyres require balancing.

3- Cleanse battery – Ca ’s battery needs to be checked every now and then. Make sure the battery

terminals are clean and free from corrosion. Check electrolyte levels and use distilled water for refilling.

It is advised to replace batteries within every 3 to 4 years. The replacement also depends on its use.

4- Check cooling system – The cars cooling system needs to be inspected regularly. Make sure you do it

only once the engine is cold. The coolant should be replaced every year and the coolant level should be

maintained. A mixture of water and coolant in 1:1 ratio helps in preventing it from corrosion.

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5- Examine the brakes – If you sense your car brakes making squeaky sounds, grinding on the rotors or

any unusual vibrations, then the brakes need to be replaced. The brake fluid also needs replacement

every year, as its ability to retain moisture can cause the brakes to corrode or fail.

6- Check transmission – The t a s issio ’s fluid le els e ui e egula o ito i g to e su e the fluid is ot dis olou ed o u t. Al ays use the ideal oil fo the a as suggested i the o e ’s a ual.

7- Inspect suspension – Inspect suspension components such as shock absorbers frequently to rule out

a y a o alities. You a e ad ised to he k you ehi le’s suspe sio hile d i i g, espe ially after

every 20,000 miles.

8- Scheduled maintenance – It is essential that you get scheduled car maintenance as specified by the

a o e ’s a ual. The a a ual is e y i po ta t i guidi g you to hoose the est oil fo you a , as well as fixing small repairs yourself.

9- Give your car a wash – A car wash once a week will keep your vehicle shiny andbright, and free of

corrosion. Hose off any dirt or grime that may have accumulated on your cars exterior. The interior of

the a also e ui es lea i g a d it is ad ised to a uu the a ’s i te io a d ipe the dashboard using

a clean cloth. Remove the car mats, brush them out and dry them in the sun before placing in the car.

10- Park in the shade – Always park your car in the shade and use a window deflector screen to protect

the interiors from harmful rays of the sun. This would also keep the interior plastic intact.

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