Wednesday, June 19, 2013

Car Maintenance Tips for a Safe Summer

Car Maintenance Tips for a Safe Summer

BAY CITY, Mich. - With Friday being the official first day of summer, Americans all over the country will be hopping in their car to travel for vacation. Whether you're traveling across the state or across the country, it's important to know specific car tips for a safe summer.

Safety tips are not only to ensure you practice safe driving, but for the actual maintenance of your vehicle as well. The summer heat can be particularly harsh on a vehicle, much like the winter's freeze, so it's important to know what to expect when you're in your car and on the road.

Before we cover these car tips for a safe summer, you should know that it's important to have your car regularly maintained. Maintenance such as oil changes, tire rotations, etc. do a lot for your car, and can give you peace of mind that you're driving a vehicle that is running at peak performance. If you aren't one to get your vehicle regularly checked, or you don't recall the last time you stopped in at Brighton Ford, check out these car tips to ensure that your vehicle is ready for the summer:

Tires
Checking your tires regularly is very important, as you don't want a frightening blowout to make you aware of your tire's state. So check your tire's pressure at least once a month (along with your spare) just to make sure that you're not losing air. Also, check to make sure that your tires aren't showing signs of irregular or excessive wear. Ideally, you want to make sure that your tires are all wearing evenly and maintain the correct air pressure. Having your tires fully inflated improves your gas mileage along as ensuring you won't have a flat - consider the fuel efficiency a bonus!

Belts and Hoses
The high temperatures that accompany summer can be especially hard on your belts and hoses. As a lot of the belts and hoses are rubber, the excessive heat can cause them to crack, blister, or break all together. So make sure to check your belts and hoses, just to ensure that they won't break when you're actually driving. If you're unsure about what to look for, stop in at Hank Graff and we can look it over for you.

Coolant Levels
If you're driving in the car for any amount of time, you definitely want to eliminate the possibility of your engine overheating. By checking your coolant levels and making sure that they are at the proper level, you shouldn't encounter any problems.

Air Conditioning
While we're on the subject of overheating, it's important to think about yourself! On a really hot day, it can be potentially hazardous to be driving in a car without air conditioning - especially if you are a child, or a senior. So check your AC performance now, and make sure that you're driving in a cool vehicle on a hot summer day.

Fluid Levels
We discussed checking your coolant levels, but you're going to want to be aware of the oil, brake, transmission, power steering and windshield fluids as well. Check all the fluid levels and top off any that seem to be getting a little low. If it's time for an oil change, now is the time to stop in.

By regularly looking over your vehicle and following the above-mentioned car tips, you're extending the life of your vehicle and minimizing any problems you may encounter on the road.

Looking to get a new or used car to start the summer off right? Stop by our Birch Run Area Chevrolet Dealership where we can show you a great selection of Low Mileage Used Cars and Discounted Used Cars. Your Mid-Michigan Chevy Dealer is located at 3636 Wilder Road, Bay City, MI 48706. For more information on Graff Bay City, or for any questions call us at (989) 684-4411 or visit our website at www.graffbaycity.com.


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12 comments:


  1. Having the proper tire pressure is a critical safety issue. Along with the brakes, tires are the next important safety devices on your car. Incorrect tire pressure will comprising you vehicles’ stability and breaking. Check your car tire’s pressure even if your tires look fine. So never trust your eyes- always use your gauge. Most of the car maintenance packages include all the detailing services.

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  2. It is great to get these useful and beneficial car maintenance tips from here. I will surely take care of my car according to these tips for keeping my car in perfect condition during summer.
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  4. Car maintenance is important in summer, you should take care of your car. summer can be difficult time for your car tires and yes you said it right that checking car tires on regular bases is important.
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  5. Whether it is summer or winter, safe driving is something we always give emphasis on. Health and safety are the primary concern for ConservoSafety company. I thank you for this informative article about driving in summer. Keep sharing the blog posts.

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  6. Maintaining car is really a difficult work if you don't have proper knowledge of its . The above blog about tips for this work is good and beneficial for anyone who owning a car.

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  7. This is a very wonderful blog on car maintenance and auto repair tips. It will be beneficial for people to choose according to their needs. You have done amazing work.

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  8. Hey Hank,

    Any advice when it comes to windshield wipers? I was checking mine out the other day and it seems that the rubber lining which comes in contact with the the windshield is a little cracked. Do you think I should replace the whole thing or just get a new wiper blade insert like this?

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  9. I'm really in need of some repairs on my car. It's been three months without my car working! I'm just trying to find the most affordable deals and car parts to get it repaired at this auto shop. What are some places you can get car parts so that these guys can install them?
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  10. For the summer, it's especially important to keep your coolant levels down. Our car overheated the other day. I'm so lucky to have this car service near when we broke down on the freeway!
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  11. Check your brakes. Your brakes are probably the single most important safety mechanism on your car. If you notice a brake problem, it pays to have it inspected or repaired as soon as possible. The cost of a brake repair service increases dramatically if even minor problems aren’t fixed in a timely manner.


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