How to Keep Your Car Running Like New

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You depend on your car to get you safely from point A to point B. However, your vehicle needs proper maintenance to be dependable. If you leave your automobile to time and chance, then your vehicle will break down without warning. If you want to ensure your car is ready to go when you are, then you need to have a good mechanic by your side.

Mechanical Maintenance

The most important things to maintain in your car are the oil, brakes, air filter and other basic maintenance issues. First, your oil change extends the livelihood of your engine. If your engine is in trouble, it can cost thousands in repairs. According to Car Bibles, the oil must be changed every three months or 3,000 miles. Or, if you are using synthetic oils, you must go by the manufacturer’s recommendations. It’s imperative to do the everyday things when needed. It’s often the case that people try to let squealing brake pads go, and it eats into the rotor and calipers. If they would have been changed when the indicators were going off, then it could have been a simple, inexpensive repair.

Detailing

While detailing your automobile enhances the look, it also helps to provide additional benefits. According to Cascade Collision Repair, cleaning the undercarriage of your car helps remove chemicals that can lead to long-term corrosion of your vehicle. When taking your car to a repair place, make sure they clean and remove anything from the underside that could cause corrosion. Rust is an unsightly problem, and it can cost thousands of dollars to repair. Plus, rust can greatly alter the value of the vehicle.

Yearly Inspections

Whether your state requires a yearly inspection or not, it’s a good idea to have your car inspected by a mechanic. They can easily identify problems that you may not see. For instance, you may have a slow leak of coolant that can eventually cause your car to overheat. You may not recognize it because it’s dripping down on the manifold and burning off before it hits the ground. A trained eye is prepared to catch little details like this and can fix them before they become a mechanical interruption. An inspection is not costly, and it can save you hundreds of dollars in other repairs.

Having a car is a big responsibility. It requires way beyond the monthly payment. You must ensure that your vehicle has routine maintenance done periodically. For instance, you must change your timing belt or chain every 60,000 miles. If you neglect this simple repair, it can wipe out important parts of the engine if it breaks. You must be proactive about car maintenance to keep your vehicle running like new.

You might also be interested in this article: How to Find a Trustworthy Car Dealer

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