Top five summer maintenance tips for your car

August 24th, 2022 by

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What maintenance should you focus on during the summer months? Certain parts of your car are impacted by high heat and humidity, namely your tires, windshield wipers, and exterior elements. Keep reading below to learn about summer maintenance with Carl Black Hiram. You can schedule an appointment with us in Hiram, GA. 

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List of five summer car maintenance tips  

  1. Coolant levels are important to keep an eye on. Coolant keeps your vehicle’s engine from overheating, which is especially important when you’re out in the summer heat. Be sure to regularly check coolant levels, which you can easily do from home. Our team can also take a look. 
  2. Switch to summer tires when the weather is hot, rainy, or dry. Summer tires hold up best in hot weather conditions. They provide great traction in rainy weather conditions. They can also uphold well in hot, dry weather conditions. Be sure to switch to summer tires during the hottest months of the year for increased traction, tire longevity, and fuel efficiency. 
  3. Windshield wipers wear out faster when your vehicle is left in the sun. Park in the shade when you can and be sure to keep an eye on your windshield wiper conditions. Use them regularly to make sure they’re doing the job. Replacing windshield wipers is one of the least expensive services you can have done, and it makes all the difference in visibility when you drive in rain.  
  4. Don’t forget to keep an eye on your vehicle’s engine oil. With busy summer schedules and road trips, it’s easy for the time to get away from us. The miles can quickly add up when you’re driving more than usual, and that can affect your engine oil. Checking the oil is extremely fast and easy to do, and it can prevent expensive issues from happening.  
  5. Paint over any scratches on your vehicle. Rust accumulates faster in humidity, and we know how humid it can be in the summer. Some automakers will offer paint pens which provide an inexpensive and easy way to fill in exterior paint and help prevent rust.  

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