With summer on the horizon it’s the perfect time to make sure your vehicle is ready for that summer sizzle. Those hot North Carolina days can be brutal on your car or truck, subjecting it to harsher than normal conditions. Gone unchecked, some issues could leave you stranded in the heat. From checking your fluids and performing regular maintenance to making sure your tire pressure is optimal and AC is operational, performing a simple auto repair and maintenance check can help you protect your vehicle against those dog days of summer we’re bound to experience in Mooresville and the Lake Norman community!
At Brawley Tire & Automotive, our skilled mechanics, using the latest diagnostic equipment, can make sure your vehicle is prepared for summer. We have experience with all makes and models, including BMW, Mercedes, Audi, Lexus, Nissan, Ford, Honda, Toyota and more.
Here are a few Summer auto repair and maintenance tips that we recommend to prepare your vehicle for the heat.
Fluids like coolant, antifreeze, motor oil and windshield washer fluid should be checked and filled to the maximum fill line for your particular vehicle.
Keeping on top of regular oil and filter changes and replacing the air cleaner and fuel filters when needed are important to the durability of your engine and for maintaining optimal fuel economy.
Maintaining proper tire pressure can further improve fuel economy, keeping your summer fuel costs down. More importantly, tires that are over- or underinflated can reduce the vehicle’s handling capability or generate excess heat, causing a blowout. Don’t forget to check the pressure in your spare tire, too, because you never know when you might need it.
Have your air conditioning system checked every year. If your car’s a/c is not getting cold, you may have a leak in the system. Adding refrigerant will only solve the problem temporarily, so invest in a proper repair.
Being prepared is the key to handling the harsh summer heat, and bringing your vehicle in for an inspection by Lake Norman’s top mechanics will ensure that you are driving a well cared for car that is performing its best this summer!
