Everyone gets a bit of football fever as the weather cools and leaves begin to fall. Like the best coaches who check their starting lineups every year, ensure that your vehicle’s most critical parts and systems don’t become corroded, empty or deflated. Firestone Complete Auto Care has the following tips to help you prepare for the fall.
Do some drills.
* Remember to have your belts, hoses, air filters, windshield wipers, lights, fluids, and battery cables and terminals all checked by a professional before the fall season begins.
* Fall weather can be wet and dreary. You can prepare your vehicle to handle the rainy weather by checking the treads on the tires. “penny test.”Put a penny into the tread and Lincoln will be able to see it. If Lincoln’s top can be seen, the tread may need to be replaced.
* Make sure to have your tires rotated according to the schedule in your vehicle’s maintenance guide — usually every 5,000 miles. Regular rotation can even out tire wear.
Hydrate
* Check your vehicle’s fluid levels, including transmission, brake, power steering, windshield washer fluids and coolant to make sure they’re properly filled.
Get some fresh air.
* You can’t tell if a tire needs air just by looking at it. Tire gauges are the only way to know if your tires need air. A tire that is six to ten PSI below its maximum pressure could still be deemed fine.
For any football team to be successful, they must have a creative playbook. However, a well-maintained car is vital for every driver. Make sure you are prepared for the worst weather and that your car is ready for it!
