Car Maintenance Tips for the New Year

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Car Maintenance Tips for the New Year
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Introduction

• With the holidays here, it is time to pack your
  bags and set out on adventurous drives to visit
  family or go on a vacation. Heading out in a
  poorly maintained vehicle can turn out to be
  quite unpleasant. It is vital to keep your car in
  good shape before you consider taking it on a
  long journey.
• Let's take a look at some of the essential car
  maintenance tips that you should follow.

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Get the Battery Checked

• Winter places a lot of stress on the battery.
  Therefore, keeping your car's battery in check is
  important. You will need to check the battery for
  corrosion and keep it clean at all times. Ensure
  that the charging system is active.
• Additionally, monitoring the fluid level of the
  battery is also vital.

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Examine the Tyres

• Check the tyres for remaining tread life. Uneven
  wear and tear, cuts etc. can affect their
  performance considerably.
• You should also check the tyre pressure once
  every month. You can also consider installing
  winter tyres if the weather forecast predicts
  snow and ice.

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Inspect the Lights

• Visibility is reduced considerably with heavy
  snowfall during the winter. Therefore, it is
  important to ensure that all the lights in your
  car are in good working condition. The lights
  should provide maximum illumination. Ensure that
  the lights are kept clean and they are not
  covered with snow.

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Keep the Car Clean

• A clean car functions better than a dirty one.
  The lights, engine bay, underbody, dashboard,
  private number plates, and wheels etc. need to be
  kept clean to maintain optimum performance of the
  car.

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Keep a Survival Kit Handy

• Keeping an emergency survival kit in the car can
  help maximizing you and your cars readiness for
  the winter. It will help to ensure that you are
  not stranded in remote areas in the event of a
  breakdown. This kit should contain jump leads, a
  flashlight, small tools, a first aid kit, a
  shovel, warm blankets, and some food.

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