What Does Regular Car Maintenance Include?

Keep Up with Your Car’s Fluids

Oil Changes Keep Your Engine Happy

It’s recommended that you get an oil change twice a year no matter what, though if you put a lot of miles on your car, you may want to get an oil change more often. During use, your car’s engine oil accumulates dirt and other contaminants that can wear on the inside of your engine and cause it to run rough. In this case, you should also get a new oil filter in the same service. Even if you don’t use your car much, your engine oil will degrade over time and should still be flushed and replaced.

A Coolant Flush Will Ensure Your Car Doesn’t Overheat

Just like engine oil, your car’s coolant will become contaminated over time and should be flushed and replaced to ensure the cooling system works properly. Your car’s cooling system helps maintain proper temperature inside the engine and transmission. If either overheats, it can cause catastrophic damage, so if you notice your engine temperature creeping up, it’s time to make an appointment to get your cooling system checked, likely including a coolant flush.

Top Off Essential Fluids as Necessary

Generally speaking, you should keep an eye on all fluid levels, including your engine oil, coolant, and transmission fluid if possible. These all help maintain critical systems within your car. You should also make sure your wiper fluid is always full to make sure you do not lose visibility from a dirty windshield.

Stay Ahead of Wear on Essential Parts

It’s good to be proactive when it comes to regular car maintenance. Rather than waiting for a big problem to happen, which requires you taking your car to an auto repair shop, you should instead focus on keeping up with preventative maintenance that will help limit extra wear on your car.

Tune-Ups Inspect Critical Systems

Many people likely skip their regular tune-up services and may not even know what is included in one. However, a tune-up will inspect all critical systems within your car and ensure that any looming problems are caught and fixed early. During a tune-up, the mechanic will check spark plugs and attached wires and connections, as well as other essential parts that keep your engine running smoothly. This will help your gas mileage, as well as help, prevent major repairs down the line.

Your Battery Wears Out Over Time

Besides paying attention to how easily your car starts up, you should get your car battery tested from time to time. This will ensure your battery doesn’t completely die and leave you stranded, either at home or in the middle of nowhere. You can easily have your battery tested and replaced if necessary at your local auto shop as well as some auto parts shops.

Having Working Lights Keeps You Safe on the Road

Your headlights, rear lights, blinkers, and brake lights all ensure you can be easily seen by other drivers on the road. Most of these you can check on your own and you can get a friend to help you check the rest. Typically, replacing bulbs is also a simple bit of maintenance you can do at home but your local mechanic will also easily do it for you.

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