Notes when preserving cars in hot weather

(Baonghean.vn) - Tires, batteries, cooling systems, air conditioning systems... are the parts of the car that are most easily affected in the summer.

Check the air conditioning system

In hot season, the intensity of operation of the air conditioning system increases according to the needs of car users. Poor cooling problem, cooling fan running continuously is one of the causes leading to damage of the air conditioning system.

Therefore, it is necessary to regularly check the working condition of the radiator, clean the outer surface of the radiator and condenser (use water to spray directly onto the front of the car through the radiator grille).

Regularly clean the condenser air filter (if any), check the amount of air conditioner gas through the gas eye, and check the operating status of the condenser fan.

Protect the interior of your car

The sun and high heat in the summer are the enemies of leather and wood interiors in the car and cause these parts to deteriorate quickly. Therefore, you should check and maintain leather parts with non-alkaline detergents and apply natural conditioners every 3 months.

You should also use sunshades and heat shields to protect your car when parking in hot sun.

Battery check

On hot days, the battery solution can easily evaporate. Therefore, you must regularly check the battery to add solution in time to avoid unnecessary damage. In addition, keep the battery cap clean because dirt can become a conductor that drains the battery solution.

Batteries should be checked regularly during hot weather.

Always pay attention to your car tires

Under-inflated, over-inflated, worn or misaligned tires can be dangerous, especially in the heat of summer, and can also cause your vehicle to use more fuel. This not only affects the safety of you and your family, but can also put a dent in your wallet.

When the outside temperature increases, the tire pressure will also change about 1-2 PSI. Therefore, you should check your tires with your eyes, hands and specialized equipment. If you do not have experience, you can take your car to the garage for the mechanics to check the tires, car tire care and summer weather is extremely important, please remember this.

You should also look at the tread to see if the tire is worn. You can use a coin to check the wear of the tire. If the coin is deeply embedded, the tire is still good.

Change oil and oil filter regularly

Fluids in the car can be depleted due to high temperatures in the summer. Therefore, regularly checking engine oil, coolant, transmission oil, steering fluid, brake fluid, etc. will help increase the life of your car.

If you do not have experience, it is best to go to the garage to have the mechanic change and filter the oil periodically. According to the advice of experts, users should change the oil every 5,000 km, or 3 months.

Pay attention to the coolant

Besides the battery, the coolant is also a factor you should pay attention to and regularly check in the summer. Because if the coolant is too low, it will greatly affect the vehicle engine and cause damage.

Add more cold water.

Wash your car regularly

Regular car washing is also one of the measures to reduce risks and prevent damage in the summer.

Always keep your car clean, as dirt on the surface can cause the car to absorb more heat. However, remember not to wash your car in direct sunlight. Hot metal will dry the soap and water mixture on the paint and leave marks on the surface of the car.

Replace wiper blades

Often forgotten is the windshield wiper, you also know that summer always brings sudden storms. Therefore, you need to replace the windshield wiper for your car to be ready for the summer rains.

The cold winter temperatures have taken a toll on your car’s wipers in the past. The cold temperatures can cause the wipers to crack and the rubber to tear. If your wipers are leaving streaks on the glass, you should consider replacing them.

Note that you should replace the entire wiper blade. Some people want to save money and only replace the rubber part. Replacing the wiper blade is not too complicated, so you can learn the steps and do it yourself at home so you don't have to take your car to the garage.

The entire cooling system should be checked.

When the engine overheats, the water evaporates and creates a lot of steam in the pipes, which can paralyze the joints and even cause the pipes to explode. If the pipes and joints are good, the temperature will increase further, the piston will expand, leading to the phenomenon of "seizing the engine", which costs a lot of money to repair.

Therefore, you should perform a comprehensive check of the car's cooling system (function of the thermostat, pipes, fans, connecting pipes, etc.) before entering the hot season.

Check hoses and belts

This is an important part to connect to the car's radiator system. The hose is responsible for carrying the coolant to the engine. The belt is responsible for running the fan, which helps to cool the engine.

Adjust the temperature accordingly

When you first get into the car from hot weather, you should gradually reduce the temperature and operate it slowly. Do not set the temperature to the lowest or operate the fan at the highest level. This will cause the cooling system to overload, consume fuel and quickly break down.

In addition, the difference in temperature inside the car and outside will also affect health, making you susceptible to colds and affecting the respiratory tract.

Ngoc Anh

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