Whether your car is a necessity or your passion, you undoubtedly want to get your money out of it before it breaks down. Luckily, there are ways to extend your car’s lifespan to make sure that day is a long way off. Let’s look at some of your options to figure out how best to care for your car.
Don’t Neglect the Manual
It’s all too common for a car’s owner manual to fall to the wayside. This manual is a powerful tool in maintaining your car as they include a recommended maintenance schedule for your particular make and model. Refer to this manual often; it thoroughly details the different parts, functions, and needs of your car.
Protecting the Exterior
There are a few services you should take advantage of to protect your car’s exterior. Between weathering the elements and resisting the UV rays of the sun, your car’s paint can easily fade or become scratched, making your vehicle more at risk to rust and deterioration.
Regularly waxing your vehicle will give the paint a glossy shine and provide a protective layer against the sun’s UV rays, preserving the paint’s luster.
Investing in a ceramic coating will also give your car a protective layer against debris and dirt. Additionally, your car becomes more scratch-resistant.
If your car’s exterior is caked with dirt and grime, take it in for paint decontamination to ensure nothing gets into the pores of the paint and deteriorates your car from within.
Surviving the Cold
Los Angeles stays nice and warm year-round, which makes drivers unprepared to face the cold whenever they must travel out of the state. If you ever find yourself in a cold environment, be aware that it can damage your car. The best way to extend your car’s lifespan is to slow down a bit. You don’t want to overwork your car when it’s frozen. Instead, gradually warm it up before you start driving. Your engine will thank you.
Change Out the Fluids
Make sure your car’s fluids are consistently refilled. Oil, coolant, gas serve as the lifeblood of your vehicle. Allowing these to get too low can damage your car as it sputters and struggles to operate without adequate amounts of fluid. Check on the level and conditions of your fluids between each time you take your car in for servicing.
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