Get more out of your rarely used car.
If you own a car or any vehicle, maintenance is the most important thing you can do to keep it going for as long it will possibly be able to go. You may think that if you're about to store your car for the long winter months, you shouldn't need to keep up its maintenance. But that isn't always the case. If you have a car that's seldom-used remember these recommended car maintenance tips.
Before you store it . . .
Wash your vehicle from top to bottom. Anything stuck onto the body of the vehicle may hold moisture and cause your car to rust in places that could end up being very bad.
Fill your car up with gas if you plan to store it for more than 30 days.
If you car sits for a very long time, the temperature will cause the tires to expand and contract as they lose pressure. Inflate them near the recommended highest pressure, but make sure not to go over.
Make sure your fluids are at optimal level. Engine coolant, brake fluid, power steering fluid, transmission fluid, and windshield wiper fluid.
In storage . . .
Covering it with a quality cover that snugly fits your vehicle will allow for airflow, and will keep moisture out. Place steel wool in the exhaust pump to keep small animals from making shelter inside of your car.
Don't forget the battery! It can remain in the car or be removed, either way.
Sticking to these means that you won't have to start your car every now and then.
When you're ready to drive . . .
Remember to undo everything you did to prepare it for storage (i.e. remove the steel wool, and put the battery back if you've removed it). Remember to check all the fluid levels, and to check the air pressure in your tires. If you see a significant loss in pressure, it may indicate there's a leak.
To get more out of your stored vehicle, follow these steps. investing in the right
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