Car care can be intimidating, often because people don’t know what to check on their vehicles – or when to check it – to keep them in good working condition.
A recent survey by the Car Care Council found that 38 percent of cars had low or dirty engine oil, more than 50 percent had low tire pressure and an alarming number of vehicles had not been properly maintained.
Being proactive about vehicle maintenance will not only keep your vehicle in good condition, but save you time and money as well. Here are some guidelines for what to check, and when, from the experts at Firestone Complete Auto Care:
* Every other fuel fill-up: engine oil and washer fluid.
* Every oil change: antifreeze, air filter and battery.
* Monthly: belts, brake fluid, hoses, power steering fluid, tire air pressure, tire tread depth and overall condition, and transmission fluid.
* Every six months: wiper blades.
* Annually: exhaust system.
* Replace when out or worn: lights, shock absorbers.
* Refer to vehicle owner’s manual: change oil, rotate tires.
Experts also recommend that drivers keep an emergency kit in...
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