You’ve washed windows, cleaned out closets and generally given your home a good spring cleaning. Now, what about your “other” home: your car? Use these tips from Peruzzi Toyota to give your ride a fresh start.
First off, schedule an appointment with a trusted mechanic, like the ones at Peruzzi Toyota. They’ll check your belts and hoses, fluid levels and do an oil change. They’ll also check your air conditioning, to ensure that it works when you need it.
Now, using a soft cloth, give your car a thorough wash and wax. Get into the various cracks and crevices where winter grime can accumulate, giving wheels and hubcaps a little extra attention. You should also tighten any loose lug nuts and check tire pressure.
Check under the hood for any debris and remove it. Winter weather really does a number on your windshield wiper blades, so give them a look and replace them if needed.
Onto your car’s interior. Wipe down the console with a damp cloth, avoiding any electrical outlets. Clean out cup holders (which can get really grungy) and all other compartments that need some tidying up. Finally, give the mirrors and windows a good shine.
Between rock salt, mud and leaves, carpet and upholstery take a beating during the winter. Wipe down the seats with a damp, soft cloth and use an upholstery cleaner if necessary. Vacuum carpeted areas. Then, if things are really stained, rent a carpet-cleaning machine.
Finally, open your trunk and clean out all those things that tend to accumulate. Ensure that your spare tire is ready to go and also, that your emergency kit is up to date.
Now, you’re ready to hit the road with both confidence in your car — and pride! If in addition to your spring car cleaning, you’d like to get some spring car maintenance done, bring your vehicle in to Peruzzi Toyota for a tune up. Peruzzi Toyota’s service department will look over your car and let you know which services we recommend. If the cleaning and maintenance necessary for your vehicle are too much to keep up with, and you’d rather get a new vehicle, Peruzzi Toyota has a great selection of over 280 new Toyota vehicles in the Allentown and Bethlehem areas available for purchase or lease. Peruzzi Toyota also has a large selection of nearly 500 pre-owned vehicles available for purchase. Visit Peruzzi Toyota today at 2601 Bethlehem Pike in Hatfield, PA or give us a call at 877-545-2111.
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