Russell&Smith Honda Gets Your Car Road Ready For Summer
Old man winter is almost gone and the sun rays are breaking through the clouds, which means it is time to open the garage and wake the summer car from its hibernation. The Honda Service team at the Houston Honda dealer have put together this checklist that can save any car owner time, money, and headaches this summer.
The first step is checking the air pressure in the tires. Seasonal temperature changes affect tire pressures. Poor tire inflation affects ride quality and gas mileage; remember that an over-inflated tire is just as bad as an under-inflated tire. Don’t forget to inflate the spare tire and check that the roadside tools (jack, lug-wrench, and wheel lock if necessary) are working properly.
Next make sure all of the fluids are full including radiator fluid, engine oil, brake fluid, power steering fluid and wiper fluid. Make sure to pay special attention to the HOT and COLD level indicators and only fill to the correct line. Adding too much oil or fluids can damage sensitive engine components.
Check that the battery is fully charged and the terminals are free of corrosion. Nothing is worse for a car battery than high heat combined with high humidity. Most auto parts stores will test a battery for free.
An oft-overlooked piece of safe summer driving is the condition of the windshield wipers. They should be free of cracks and the steel clips should be clear of the windsheild surface. A replacement set of wiper blades costs around $20 and can really take the worry out of summer driving.
Once that is all complete check the serpentine belts for cracks and tightness. A constant squeaking noise is the early warning sign of impending belt failure. This belt typically runs the A/C compressor, alternator, and power steering so keeping a close eye on it can be the difference between a good running car and catastophe.
If you don’t want to do your own pre trip inspection bring your car to Russell&Smith Honda’s Service Department. Don’t trust amatuer mechanics. With their well-equipped shops, OEM parts and the factory certified technicians, Russell&Smith Honda can guarentee a wonderful and trouble-free summer road trip. There can be lots of stress planning a summer trip, but a solid inspection can provide assurance that your vehicle won’t be a problem.
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