Five Things You Shouldn’t Do to Your Car
Maintenance Musts
Many of us consider our car as just an everyday appliance, something to get us from point A to point B. Though one thing we have to remember is to take care of our car so that it keeps operating at its optimal level of performance. Here are some things you shouldn’t do to ensure your car lasts a long time.
– Don’t delay those oil changes or tune-ups. This is essential for your car’s longevity. Delaying regular maintenance reduces the chances of you having to pay for a brand-new transmission or engine down the road.
– If there’s a light illuminated on your dash, don’t ignore it. Check your owner’s manual to see what the light might mean. You can also head over to your local auto-parts store and get a free code reading before taking your car to your mechanic.
– Don’t change gears while moving. If your car is rolling while in reverse and you move the gear shifter to drive, you’re putting extra strain on your transmission. Not to mention you can easily cause some serious damage this way.
– Don’t accelerate like a madman or brake at the last second all the time. This just leads to wearing out your engine, brakes, and transmission faster and unnecessarily, creating broken seals, leaks, and mechanical issues.
– Be sure to replace your tires when they’re worn or starting to dry-rot and get an alignment to ensure they wear properly. Unhealthy tires can mess up your fuel economy, and if the tires have minimal tread left on them, hydroplaning is more of a possibility on wet roadways, not to mention blow-outs.
