Come warmer weather, it’s time to get back onto dry roads again. However, with temperatures yet to soar to their full potential, it’s still worth remembering that there are a few things to prepare for once spring rolls around. Here’s our pick of top tips to prepare your car for more clement weather and roads ahead.
Check your tyres
Firstly, it’s time to inspect and swap out your tyres. Winter tyres are specifically designed for the wear and tear expected in cold and icy conditions. What’s more, significant wear, of course, means it’s time to swap out.
Check your battery
During the colder months, your battery works awfully hard. Cold temperatures can play havoc with the chemical processes within the battery responsible for producing and storing electricity. Make checking your car’s battery one of the first things you do because the last thing you want is a car with a dead battery.
Fill up your car
We don’t just mean fuel – we mean fluids. Your windscreen wipers will be working overtime during winter. Therefore, it’s time to get topped up again.
Check your wipers
Always check your wipers ahead of spring arriving, for reasons as stated above. They do a lot more for your car in wintertime than you may assume! You may not need to have your windshield wipers replaced but it is a good idea to have them inspected for wear and tear. With the arrival of summer comes dust and the presence of insects so another good idea is to have washer solvent close at hand.
Wash your car
Washing and cleaning your vehicle during winter just isn’t feasible. Therefore, by the time spring hits, you’re going to need to scrub down to prevent rust and to get rid of all that pesky built-up grime. It’s also worth cleaning the inside of your car well.
Check your brakes
This is very important – brake fluid can come under severe stress during winter drives, meaning it’s worth filling up and checking that everything is free from debris and good to go once more.
Service your air conditioner
It goes without saying that the air conditioning system will be one of the more highly appreciated features of your car as the temperatures heat up. Having this system serviced during spring will ensure the efficient functioning of the air conditioner and lessen the likelihood of expensive repairs.
Car service
In fact – opt for a full service if you’re unsure about taking to the roads right away. A professional will be able to help you bounce back from winter journeying.
If you are looking for a professional pre-purchase car inspector in Melbourne, do not hesitate to contact German Precision or Prepurchase Check today!
sources: autocarloans.com.au, midas.com.au
