Car Care Tips For Hot Summer Months

As summer is on its way and temperature will soon start to rise. This rise in the heat or excess of heat is dangerous for your car, it can cause serious breakdowns and other technical problems. So, to avoid such type of problems we have some simple car care tips for you. Take care of your car and enjoy a cool and comfortable ride. 

Tips to help your car survive in summers:

1.    Engine care: 

Overheating a normal with cars in summers. As it is said, heavy driving and long outings can likewise overheat the engine. So, it is suggested to thoroughly check engine system during hot summer days and before leaving for long routes. Keep a check on the engine oil, if you find the engine oil is dark in colour or there is a lot of dirt, consider replacing the oil and the oil filter. Technicians recommend changing engine oil after every 3,000 miles. Check engine coolant levels and cooling fan too.

2.    Check tyres:

During summers the harm to the tyres of the car is very frequent. The rise in temperature affects tyre pressure. Overinflated tyres are sometimes the cause of accidents. Specialists propose checking the tire pressure at regular intervals, at least once a week. Vehicle's fuel efficiency increases up to 3% when the tyres are inflated properly. It is also recommended to change winter tyres with summer, as winter tyres get heavier during summer and wear quicker, as well. Additionally, it reduces car’s fuel effectiveness. Before hitting the road check tyres for any damage and alignment imbalance. 

3.    Hoses and belts: 

Verify that hoses stay firm, particularly around braces, joined with the engine or radiator. Check hoses and belts for breaks and wear. The belts might get smooth due to excessive wear. As it is said by car experts, the belt failure risk increases after 36,000 miles Thus, if your car has crossed this limit, consult with a mechanic or your owner’s manual.

4.    Air conditioner:

Most air conditioning units damage or malfunction due to the low level of refrigerant. So, it is recommended to get car’s AC serviced in three years of time or before that. If your car’s AC unit is facing any kind of leakage problem or low refrigerant levels, you must consult a professional. 

5.    Air filter:

If the air filter of your car is dirty or blocked, change it immediately as it will affect the engine’s efficiency and mileage. All the experts advise changing air filters after every 12,000 miles. Also, when you usually drive in dirt or dessert area change them more often.

Take care of your car and it will take care of you. Hope the above-mentioned summer car care tips help every driver out there. No matter if you are driving a Ferrari car in India or outside India, these care tips are important for every type of car.