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7 Preventative Car Maintenance Tips for The Changing Seasons

Seasonal car maintenance is essential for optimal vehicle performance. Prioritizing preventative measures can save you from costly repairs and ensure your car runs smoothly. Gulf Oil provides high-quality products to help you maintain your vehicle throughout the year.

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7 Preventative Car Maintenance Tips for The Changing Seasons

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  1. 7 Preventative Car Maintenance Tips for The Changing Seasons

  2. When the season changes, we adapt different ways to tackle the impacts. Same way our cars and vehicles also need specific measures to be taken to ensure they run well. As the weather changes, components of the car will also be affected and you will need automotive servicing. • With Gulf Oil's high-quality products, you can keep your car running smoothly through all seasons. In this blog, explore 7 car maintenance tips that you can follow to make sure your car runs well especially during summer season.

  3. Overview of Seasonal Car Maintenance • Seasonal car maintenance is essential. As the weather changes, it impacts your cars as well. Heat, cold, and rain can affect different car components, increasing the strain on the battery, making it hard for the car to work efficiently. • By taking precautions, you can ensure your car takes you on a smooth ride year-round. Some of the car care tips are: 1. Engine Oil • Regular oil changes are needed so that your car runs smoothly. Constantly check oil levels and signs for dirt and sludge. Engine oil change is essential especially during hot summer conditions. • Gulf’s high performance engine oil products for cars are designed to provide protection and performance in all conditions. 2. Engine Coolant • During summers, there are high chances of engine overheating. Ensure that your coolant is filled, especially during hot weather. You can use GULF engine coolant products to prevent engine overheating for car maintenance.

  4. To check and refill the coolant: • Use the type of coolant recommended in the owner's manual. • Always wait until the engine is completely cool before checking coolant levels. • Mix the coolant as recommended in the manual • Unscrew the cap on the coolant reservoir and open it. • Pour the coolant in it till the MAX line • Screw the cap and close properly • Start the engine for a few minutes. • Shut the engine and check the levels again. 3. Tyre Pressure In excessive heat, tyre pressure increases due to the expansion of air molecules, while in cold weather, tyre pressure decreases. A low tyre pressure can impact fuel efficiency and car's performance. Ensure that you regularly check the tyre pressure to prevent any safety threat.

  5. 4. Transmission Fluid Transmission fluid is crucial for smooth gear shifting. Check transmission fluid levels and quality regularly. Gulf Transmission Fluid Products offer excellent protection and performance, ensuring your transmission operates smoothly. 5. Windshield Wiper Fluid To drive safely it is important that your mirrors are clean and the windshield wiper is working well. Regularly check and refill windshield wiper fluid. To refill windshield wiper fluid Open the car hood and look for windshield fluid container Remove the cap Fill it till the top and secure it with the cap again. Choose the right type of fluid for different weather conditions to maintain a clear view of the road.

  6. 6. Car Battery • During high temperatures, the battery oxidizes faster than usual. Ensure to do a battery check to avoid any problems in battery performance. • For batteries with removable caps, check water levels. Many modern batteries are maintenance-free and don't require water level checks. Avoid parking under the sun to extend your battery life through hot weather. 7. Brakes & Steering • Well functioning brakes are very important for the safety of the driver and the passengers. For auto care, check your brakes and look for any sounds that your car brakes are making. Make sure that the brake fluid in the brake master cylinder is full and inspect brake pads. • Gulf produces separate fluids for different systems - brake fluid for your braking system and power steering fluid for your steering system. Each serves different purposes and should not be interchanged.

  7. Seasonal Car Maintenance Checklist Tip • As you prepare for high temperatures and summer months, make sure to create a basic checklist for your car maintenance. These steps will make sure that your car and its components have a prolonged life.

  8. Conclusion • Seasonal car maintenance is essential for optimal vehicle performance. Prioritizing preventative measures can save you from costly repairs and ensure your car runs smoothly. Gulf Oil provides high-quality products to help you maintain your vehicle throughout the year. • Image Source: https://www.auctiondirectusa.com/

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