The Law of Vehicle Maintenance

We all have heard the phrase, “prevention is better than cure.” Although this phrase is applied to health, it is equally true for the maintenance of the vehicle. If your vehicle, whether it is a car, a motorcycle or even a bus is not maintained on a regular basis, it can lead to many problems. Some of these include vehicle deterioration, pollution and even serious threats on the road. Here are some important key factors which if considered will help you keep your car well-maintained.

1. Check the brakes:

Mostly the road accidents occur because of rash driving or the brakes fail. Hence, if you want to avoid accidents, check your vehicle’s brakes regularly. Always make sure that the brake system is working properly. Some common signs of brake failure include, screeching sounds when trying to use the brakes, vibrations, and unresponsive brakes, etc. If you notice any of these signs, you should stop by a mechanic right away without any delay.

2. Car headlights:

In the past few years, blue car headlights have become very popular around the world. These high intensity lights not only give the car a stylish look, but at the same time provide a brighter light than the traditional halogen headlights, remaining energy-efficient at the same time. Moreover, as compared to the traditional yellow lights, the plasma discharged by these lights, creates a blue color.

3. Tire maintenance:

Tires are another source of concern when it comes to vehicle maintenance. Always remember to check the pressure in your car tires at least once a month. Apart from this, rotate the tires at every second change. Using an uneven tire in your vehicle can cause a serious alignment problem.

4. Engine check:

Try to change the engine oil on a regular basis. This will not only help keep your vehicle in a good condition, but also increase engine’s life and performance. Apart from this, the air filter is another important key element that you must consider seriously. An air filter captures insects, or dirt, protecting the engine. An ignored air and oil filter leads to low gas mileage, as well as poor engine performance.

5. Fluids:

Another important thing to monitor on a regular basis includes fluids in the vehicle. Have a constant check on the engine oil, brake fluid, and transmission fluid, etc.

6. Vehicle hygiene:

Wash or clean your vehicle regularly or at least once a month. This will protect the paint from any stains. When the vehicle is clean, all the moisture dries up quickly, but in case of a dirty vehicle, the moisture accumulates and causes rust.
Hopefully, by keeping the above key factors in mind, you can sustain your vehicle’s good condition for a long time.