APRIL is national car care month! Give your car some extra attention this month to ensure that it runs smoothly all summer long!
The following tips are recommendations from the Car Care Council:
- Check that the battery connection in your car is clean and corrosion-free. If your battery is three years old or more, have it tested and replaced if necessary.
- Check the air pressure in all tires, including the space, at least once a month. Have the alignment checked annually to reduce tire wear and increase fuel economy.
- Check the brake system each year and have the brake lining, rotors and drums routinely inspected at each oil change.
- Test the exterior and interior lights and immediately replace all bulbs that are not working correctly.
- Check the heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems regularly. Proper heating and cooling systems are essential for the comfort of you and your passengers as well as for safety reasons, such as defrosting.
- Change your oil every 3,000 miles or when specified by your manufacturer. Maintaining a routine oil change schedule is an easy and affordable way to protect your investment.