Preparing your car for winter is no joke. The good news is that it’s not too late to do so, if you’ve been putting off some of these tasks. Here’s what Autoworks wants you to know about ensuring that you’re going to be as prepared as possible for winter driving this year.
Battery
Your car’s battery is extremely sensitive to temperatures, particularly to cold temperatures. If you haven’t had your car’s battery tested in a while, now is a good time to do so. It’s possible that charging the battery can help to extend the battery’s lifespan. Depending on the age of the battery, it might be time to replace yours.
Antifreeze
Too little antifreeze and too much water can spell disaster for your car’s cooling system in the winter. You can get your antifreeze tested, though, to make sure that it’s the right ratio of antifreeze to water. If you don’t have enough antifreeze in the reservoir, it’s definitely time to top up.
Spark Plugs
Spark plugs also don’t always hold up well to cold weather. If you haven’t had your spark plugs serviced recently, it’s probably a good idea to have them checked. Faulty spark plugs can cause your car’s engine to have trouble running properly, even causing misfires.
Engine Oil
Without the right engine oil in your car, your winter driving is not going to be as enjoyable as you’d like and your car’s engine isn’t going to be as protected as you want it to be. Consider whether a synthetic oil might be a good idea during winter. That’s especially important if your car is in need of an oil change.
Emergency Kit
Another good idea in winter is to make sure you have some sort of emergency kit in your car. It can be as simple or as elaborate as you like, but what’s important is that you’re prepared if you do end up stuck on the side of the road. Think about what you’re likely to need, ranging from first aid items to tools you might need for your car and start putting them in the car.
Autoworks in Kittery, ME is here for you with all your winter car service needs. Call us today and we can set up an appointment to go over your car and figure out what all it needs. Once we have an idea what your car needs, you can take action.