The weather is something that will change through the year and the way that we live our life will be different as well. The weather has a big impact on what activities we do and what we want to avoid. The warmer months usually mean that more and more people want to be outdoors and even take more trips and just drive around. The warmth or heat can be hard on a vehicle and that is why you want to make sure you know what you can do to protect your car or truck. There are tips on areas of the cars maintenance that should be addressed when you know the weather is about to warm up. This will help keep your car on the road. Citywide Towing Service outlines what you can do to get your car ready for the heat of spring and summer.
Should I Inflate or Let Air Out of My Tires in Hot Weather
When the weather starts to get hot the tires will need to be in good shape to ensure that they are holding the road properly. One thing that happens often when the weather gets hot out is that that people end up with a blowout. This is when the tire has a weak spot that no longer can hold on and will basically explode. It can also be the tread has become separated from the tire. The tires will fluctuate with the air pressure and when it is hot they can become overly full. If there is a weak spot in the tire it will become problematic. This is a very common call that tow operators get when the weather starts to get warm. You want to be sure your tires are in in good shape before the heat gets here. It is best to inflate your tires to the pressure recommended by the tire manufacturer no matter how hot it is outside.
How Do I Know if My Car Needs Coolant?
You want to make sure that your car has a way to cool itself down when it is hot outside. The engine needs to stay cool no matter the weather but the heat makes it even more important. The best thing for your car to be cooled is to make sure that the radiator is working right and that the fluids are topped off. You want to be sure that the coolant is checked and that if there are any leaks they are taken care of. You also need to be sure that the fluids are topped off and that you keep an eye on the temperature gauge as well. Some of the signs your car needs coolant are the dashboard warning light, rising temperature gauge, automatic engine cut-off, poor fuel economy and internal heating system not working properly
Service Life of Battery
You also want to make sure that you know how well your cars battery is holding up. The battery that is in the car has to be in good shape and most people do not realize that they can become damaged when it is hot out. You can have your battery checked by a professional. They can test to see the life of the battery. If it is low it is a good idea to have it replaced so that you are not stranded on the side of the road in the heat of the summer.
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