Preparing Your Car for Spring and Summer

The birds are back and the crocuses are out. It’s spring and as the spirit of the season takes hold, you may be gearing up for some spring cleaning. This is a good time to check on your car’s needs as well. It’s kept you going through the long, cold winter, never once failing you in the snow and the ice. You can thank it and keep it running happily by checking that it has all major fluids topped up for maximum performance.

Start with an oil change

An oil change is the best way to figure out your car’s needs. Whether you take your car to the local auto shop or a service center like the one at the new Honda car dealership in Los Angeles, most auto mechanics will also do a courtesy inspection of important things like brakes, wipers, tires, and all fluids, as well as the oil change. In some areas, you may need to switch to a different type of oil for spring and summer. Your friendly auto techs can tell you which is the best kind for your vehicle’s mileage, transmission, and climate. Regular oil changes can help your car’s engine run smoothly for a long time. They can also spot any problems that need to be fixed.

Transmission and radiator fluid

Transmission fluid keeps the gears shifting smoothly. It also keeps the transmission cool and lubricates moving parts. It plays an essential part in your car’s functioning and should be checked before taking any long trips. Transmission flushes and fluid changes should be carried out on the schedule recommended by the manufacturer. Radiator fluid keeps the engine from overheating and should be changed according to the schedule specified by the manufacturer in the owner’s manual. Radiator coolant flush and fill will keep the engine cool and remove any dirt or sediment that could affect the system.

Getting ready for spring and summer

Wiper fluid has doubtless seen heavy use in the winter, dealing with snow, slush, and salt. It should be topped up, just in time to deal with the dust, bugs, rain, and whatever else your windshield may encounter on the road. And finally, if spring is here, can summer be far behind? You need to make sure the air conditioning is ready for the warmer days ahead. Auto techs can check the levels of air conditioning coolant to make sure the car’s AC is good to go.

Whether your car is an old faithful with over 100,000 miles or a new Honda Accord lease from the dealership in Los Angeles, some simple maintenance will keep it running happily for a long time.

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