5 Safety Maintenance Musts for Spring
Let’s face it: When we think of spring cleaning, we don’t
always include our cars. Even though they work harder for us than anything we
own, puttering along dependably on most days, we don’t spend nearly enough time
taking care of them.
Unfortunately, that neglect can backfire. In fact, the National
Highway Traffic and Safety
And that doesn’t include the less dangerous maintenance
slips that can shorten the life of your car, causing a transmission or engine
failure that forces you to buy another vehicle, costing you thousands in lost and
new payments.
Fortunately, it’s easy to keep your car humming happily without breaking your bank account. All your car needs is a little love, and these top 5 spring maintenance musts:
Fortunately, it’s easy to keep your car humming happily without breaking your bank account. All your car needs is a little love, and these top 5 spring maintenance musts:
1. Batteries, Plugs &
Wires: Cold weather in Ohio stresses these car parts and the last thing you
need is to lose battery power in the middle of the highway. Make sure all these
parts are running smoothly, so you can speed off into the spring sunset without
a care in the world.
2. Fluid Levels: From
transmission fluid to refrigerant, make sure your car is getting plenty of
fluids. One small problem with engine oil or transmission fluid can ruin a
vehicle that was previously in perfect condition. And you don’t want to wait
until the first 80 degree day to realize your refrigerant is low and you have
no AC.
3. Brakes: Snow and ice can take a
serious toll on brakes. Make sure you give your brake system a full inspection.
Even one worn brake pad can make or “break” brake safety.
4.
Check your tire tread. Don’t wait for the first heavy summer
rain to discover your tread has been worn by an icy winter.
5.
Windshield Wipers: Get your wipers inspected. Cold
temperatures can wipe out blades to the point where they’re no longer
effective.
Don’t forget to contact Borcherding’s service department for
our spring
maintenance specials! (866) 666-7657.
