Summer is rapidly winding down, and before you know it, the colder months will be upon us. Before you get caught off guard, it’s a good idea to put a fall/winter checkup for your vehicle on your calendar. This will ensure that it keeps you safely on the road during those unexpected storms and more that crop up when the weather starts to turn. Peruzzi Mitsubishi has seen it all and suggests these smart, key moves to keep your vehicle in peak condition.
OIL CHANGE
You’ve heard it before: oil is the lifeblood of your car. Keeping it regularly changed/clean will keep your vehicle running well and extend its life.
CHECK YOUR BRAKES
Better to do this now than before you hit an icy patch and discover that they’re not working properly. Ensure that your brake pads aren’t worn and squishy. If they are, get them replaced so that you’ll have full stopping power when you most need it.
TIRES, TIRES, TIRES
This is critical. Colder months cause tire pressure to drop – one to two pounds for every ten-degree change. That can seriously impact your driving safety. Another aspect? Tire tread. If your tires are worn down, get them replaced to ensure you have full contact with the road during icy, rainy, snowy months.
GIVE YOUR BATTERY A TEST
Nothing like going to start your car on a chilly morning and … nothing. Before that happens, give your battery a check.
WINDSHIELD WIPER BOOST
The conditions that your windshield endures in colder weather calls for a stronger wiper formula. You’ll need one that can handle freezing temps, road salt and more. So fill your reservoir with a wiper fluid specially meant for winter months.
SET UP A WINTER EMERGENCY ROAD KIT
You may have done everything right, but there will be times when conditions may strand you. Ensure that you’re prepared. Your typical emergency kit may include flares, jumper cables, a first-aid kit, charger for your phone and extra water. Winter months require additional things like a small shovel to clear snow, kitty litter to help with traction on wet or icy roads and a functioning spare tire.
So enjoy these last “dog days,” but know that colder weather is on the way – and prepare accordingly. Got questions or need some help? The service department at Peruzzi Mitsubishi will get you fully ready.
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