Three Golden Rules to Maintain your car
You get a new car. You got the warranty. What do you do, when you are like me – a woman who is non mechanical? You make sure that car is properly maintained!!!
So, I learnt these three GOLDEN rules from a car consumer helpline article in California.
Car Maintenance Rule Number 1: Check the engine oil. Do it regularly — monthly for a vehicle in good condition; more often if you notice an oil leak or find you need to add oil routinely. The car should be parked on level ground so you can get an accurate dipstick reading. Don’t overfill. And if you do have a leak, find and fix it soon.
Car Consumer Helpline Rule #2 Check tire air pressure. Once a month and before any extended road trips, use an accurate tire-pressure gauge to check the inflation pressure in each tire, including the spare. Do this when the tires are cold (before the vehicle has been driven or after no more than a couple of miles of driving). Use the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle’s manufacturer, not the maximum pressure embossed on the tire’s sidewall. The recommended pressure is usually found on a placard on a front doorjamb, in the glove compartment, or in the owner’s manual. Also be sure to inspect tires for abnormal or uneven wear, cuts and any sidewall bulges you can see.
RULE # 3 Wash your Car. Try to wash the car every week, if you can. Wash the body and, if necessary, hose out the fender wells and undercarriage to remove dirt and road salt. It’s time to wax the finish when water beads become larger than a quarter.
Other Checks at Each Oil Change
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