Getting Your Vehicle Ready For Summer!

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It is time to get prepared for the flaming summer. Taking care of your vehicle, on time, will help you with your own safety, avoid expensive repairs and keep up the resale value. You can take care of many things yourself. But, often you might not have all that time at hand or expertise and right tools for the job. Or, you might be comfortable with the idea of doing things all by yourself. In such situations, visits to qualified service technicians are highly recommended.

So, besides adhering to a regular service schedule, the following tips will guide your way:

1. Wash and wax your car to get rid of grime and road salt. If not removed, they can affect the cars paint, finish and undercarriage and may cause rusting. Summer is the best time to give your vehicle a detailing. An application of sealant and coating can be considered, if it has been a long time.

2. Run the A/C for a bit to see if it still blows cold. Pay attention to any strange noises or odors. It may need cleaning, be recharged, or have a leak fixed. Have it serviced, an air conditioner working perfectly through a long drive on a hot day will make it a rewarding experience.

3. Check the condition of tires and spare after they have cooled down. Proper inflation assures the best possible contact between the tires and the road. An improperly inflated tire can overheat and even blowout on the highway. Properly inflated tires will also last longer and improve gas mileage.

4. Refill the washer fluid. Keep the washing solvent handy to wipe off excess dust and insect marks. Run the wipers with the fresh washer fluid and see whether or not they streak the windshield. Change the worn out wiper blades.

5. Change the fused out bulbs and lights.

6. Look under the car’s hood, check if winter has taken a toll on the belts and hoses, wearing them out or turning them brittle. Have belts, hoses and clamps checked for tightness.

7. Check the old coolant and change if it doesn’t meet the service manual standards. It will help avoid overheating during summer.

8. The potholed winter roads can be rough on your car. When the mechanic is looking under the hood, have him check the suspension components and alignment.

9. Follow the owner’s manual and change the oil. Make your you Dispose used oil with precaution; this is very important. Have filters like oil, air and PCV checked.

10. If you’re running low on brake fluid, take the car to your mechanic or dealer for a closer look at the brake system.

Did it ring a bell? Even if it didn’t, it’s time to take action. Come and visit our FL Toyota Dealership if you need any assistance and let our exceptional Toyota Dealers take care of you! We are located in Marianna near Dothan and Youngstown!

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