Twenty practical car maintenance tips

Car maintenance is an important task that every rider must recognise. Whether the maintenance is adequate or not is directly related to the length of life of the car. Today Xiaobian specifically summarizes the thirty measures for car daily maintenance:

1. Take time to read the driver's manual and familiarize yourself with the manufacturer's recommendations.

2. If the battery is used for more than four years, it may only work in warm weather.

3. To prevent you from getting lost or in a situation where you can't help, be sure to fully charge your phone and bring a jumper or portable power pack, but don't use your phone while driving.

4. To check the antifreeze level weekly, if the level is always reduced and no external leakage is found, then there should be an internal leak in the engine, which must be overhauled to prevent major engine failure.

5. Avoid unnecessary emergency braking and acceleration so that you can drive up to two miles more per tank.

6. If you are using conventional lubricants, replacing them with synthetic lubricants such as Pride can improve vehicle operating efficiency, maintain engine cleanliness more effectively, and prevent the accumulation of harmful sludge and carbon deposits.

7. Allow the engine to turn for a few seconds before driving in cold weather to ensure proper engine oil flow and lubrication.

8. Check the tire pressure and inflate to the pressure recommended by the manufacturer. Low tire pressure will accelerate wear and increase fuel consumption. If the tire is always running out, the tire may be punctured or the inflation valve may be broken and must be repaired.

9. If the tire wears heavily or irregularly, it may indicate a problem with the positioning of the wheel or the front part is worn.

10. The brake fluid in the car will absorb moisture, which will corrode the brake system. The anti-lock system is particularly sensitive to corrosion. It is best to flush and replace the brake fluid every year.

11.Adjust the engine fully according to the user manual.

12. Check the color of the coolant. The discoloration of the coolant indicates that the inhibitor is exhausted and the engine and radiator are being eroded.

13. Overheating may be caused by a blocked or tightly hooped hose. Check the hose each time you change oil.

14. Inspect the windshield wipers for cracks or tears and replace them annually.

15. Check the air filter system every time you change the oil twice to prevent leakage or damage.

16. At the same time check the oil change, because the damaged belt will cause engine performance degradation or failure.

17. If the suspension is correctly corrected at the end, the new tire will wear out for thousands of miles.

18. To ensure that the lights are clean and working properly, place a few spare light bulbs and fuses in the instrument panel.

19. Check the working fluid once a month. If it is too small, check the hose for leaks.

20. The brakes must be repaired without delay. This is dangerous and may result in greater damage than overhauling the entire braking system.