What should you pay attention to when protecting your car in hot weather?
(Baonghean.vn) - Hot weather is not only harmful to humans but also causes vehicles to quickly deteriorate and damage some parts.
Sunlight and high heat in the summer are factors that cause damage and breakdown to car parts such as leather interiors, car paint, cooling systems... The following article will provide you with tips for taking care of your car in hot weather, helping to maintain the durability of your car over time.
Protect the operation of vehicle parts
You need to make sure your vehicle is in good working order. Check your engine oil, transmission fluid, power steering fluid, and brake fluid regularly to avoid overheating and letting your fluid levels drop below the recommended levels.
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Check your vehicle's oil level regularly. |
The high temperatures that come with constant use of air conditioning can also affect the performance of your car's battery. Therefore, check your battery regularly to avoid unexpected failures, especially in hot weather. Finally, pay attention to tire pressure.
Hot road surfaces can be especially dangerous for under-inflated tires, and can even cause them to explode. Using a tire pressure gauge is the simplest way to do this.
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Tire pressure must be properly inflated. |
Protect the aesthetics of the vehicle
In addition to the functioning of the internal components, the aesthetics of a car also need to be taken care of in the harsh summer sun. You can apply the following tips to protect the interior and exterior of your car from the effects of sunlight.
- Park your car in the shade to avoid sunlight damaging the car's paint.
- Use sunshades to cool down the car and prevent direct sunlight from shining into the car.
- Use chair covers to protect and cool the chair.
- Wash and dry your car regularly to avoid the heat from cracking the paint.
- Polish the car to create a protective layer between the primer and the sun's UV rays.
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Cover the vehicle as much as possible to avoid direct sunlight. |