Simple Spring Car Care Tips!

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Spring is the prime time for car care. It is the time to get prepared for the scorching summer. And, ease out the car’s transition between cold and hot climatic conditions. Taking timely care of your new or used vehicle will help you with your own safety, avoid expensive repairs and keep up the trade-in or resale value.

Spring care is an entirely different game, 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 could be a person who finds such tasks more intimidating than your average DIY. In such situations visits to qualified professional service technicians come recommended.

So, besides adhering to a regular service schedule, the following tips will help you remain on track:

1. Indulge in that much needed wash and wax ritual to get rid of grime and road salt. If not removed, grime can affect the car’s paint and finish, while the salt buildup can cause rusting. An application of sealant and coating can be considered, if it has been a long time.

2. Clean the interiors, remove the heap of papers and trash that have collected over time. Take out the shovel, snow gloves, bulky boots etc. and store them safely for the next year. Vacuum the carpets if need be.

3. The problems related to starting, idling and stalling need to be fixed.

4. 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.

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

6. 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.

7. An air conditioner working perfectly through a long drive on a hot day will make it a rewarding experience. Have it serviced.

8. Follow the owner’s manual and change the oil. Disposing off of used oil with precaution is very important. Have filters like oil, air and PCV checked.

9. Check the condition of tires and spare after they have cooled down.

10. Change the worn out wiper blades. Keep the washing solvent handy to wipe off excess dust and insect marks.

11. Change the fused out bulbs and lights.

The weather’s beautiful now, there’s more sun and the temperature’s gradually soaring. It’s time to take action. Go ahead, give your car the much deserved love so that it can give it back, many folds. If you need assistance with your car care see our Toyota Dealer. Schedule a Toyota Brake Inspection, Service or Repair at Marianna Toyota to keep your vehicle safe. Don’t forget to Learn more about the benefits of our Genuine Toyota Parts and Accessories.

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