Top Summer Maintenance Tips

With summer around the corner, here are the top tips to keep your car in the best condition during these hotter months.

Check your tires – Tire pressure changes with the rise of temperature.  An under or over-inflated tire can be extremely dangerous, especially in hotter weather.

Check your fluid levels – Coolant, transmission, power steering, brakes.

Check hoses and belts – Check for cracks or loose connections, this is important for keeping your engine cool. 

Check the coolant and radiator – Summer time is tougher on cooling systems.  You should flush your coolant at least every two years.  Coolant should be added as a 50/50 mixture of antifreeze and water.

Replace your windshield wipers – With summer comes rain and thunderstorms.  Make sure your wipers are in good working condition.

Pet Travel Tips for the Car

Here are some tips to keep your pet safe on your next road trip

Start healthy – Make sure your pet is not sick before traveling.  A checkup at the vet can prevent any discomfort on the road.

Plan for restraint – Use a travel crate, pet seat belt, car seat, or other form of barrier to keep your pet safe.  Make sure you familiarize them with the restraint before traveling so that they are comfortable.

Pack enough essentials – Especially food.  Their particular brand of food might not be available or sold at your destination.  Don’t forget water bowls, bedding, leashes, and their favorite toys.

Frequent stops – Don’t go too long between giving your pet exercise and bathroom breaks.  This is also a good time to make sure they stay hydrated.

5 Car Battery Tips and Tricks

Is your battery corroding? Need enough juice to make it to the dealership? Check out these tips.

 

Aspirin – The acid combines with the battery’s sulfuric acid to produce a charge.

Baking Soda – Eliminates corrosive buildup, mix with warm water.

Epsom Salt – Dissolve in warm water and add to each cell if it’s starting to sound as if it 

won’t turn over.

Petroleum Jelly – Helps prevent corrosion and help keep the battery cranking through the cold winters.

Soda – The acidic properties help eliminate corrosion.  Just be sure to remove the sticky residue with a wet sponge.

Great Maintenance Tip of the Day

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Buy gas at reputable service stations

Ask whether the gas you buy is filtered at the pump and if the station has a policy about changing the pump filters regularly. If you get a song and dance, find another gas station. Some stations don’t have pump filters, making you more vulnerable to dirty gasoline. Other stations may not mix alcohol and fuel properly — or worse, water down their product. Find a station you trust and stick to it.