Winter has come! At the time of seasonal change, don't forget to protect your beloved car. Today, the professional car managers of Shangzhong Car Service specially present you with some simple and feasible winter car maintenance tips beyond engine care.
Check the braking system: This is a key step in winter maintenance. For vehicles with air-pressure brakes, it's important to reasonably adjust the pre-tension force of the balance spring inside the main brake pump. If the pre-tension force is too large, braking will feel "hard," causing sudden emergency stops with just one pedal press. Such braking on icy roads in winter can easily lead to accidents. For hydraulic brake vehicles, pay attention to checking the brake fluid, brake lines, and each brake caliper for any leaks. If there are leaks, the brake fluid should be replaced promptly.
Check the air conditioning system: In winter, the car's air conditioning cooling system is often left unused for long periods, leading to "seized" moving parts. This increases starting torque resistance, causes slippage of the air conditioning electromagnetic clutch, excessive wear, and can even cause shaft gaps to dry out and stick together, resulting in failure and leakage. Therefore, the key points for maintaining the air conditioning cooling system in winter are: start the air conditioning cooling system 2-3 times a month, each time for about 10 minutes. This uses very little fuel but avoids significant damage to the evaporator and compressor. The refrigeration system can be started on days when the temperature is above 10°C and sunny.
Check the windows: Winter car maintenance often overlooks window maintenance. In environments below zero degrees Celsius, antifreeze winter windshield washer fluid should be used, or an appropriate amount of alcohol added to the washer fluid to lower its freezing point and prevent freezing. In winter, old rubber wiper blades can become stiff and unusable, so for safety, they should be replaced promptly.
In addition, battery charge levels should be maintained, tire treads should be cleaned regularly, and the functionality of the heat vent pipes and fans checked to ensure sufficient heat and proper waxing. After entering winter, due to the cold weather, the frequency of washing and wiping the vehicle decreases, so waxing at the beginning of winter is a good strategy for maintaining the car's paint. Additionally, a waxed car body resists water better and is less likely to experience dew formation and icing in winter.
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