Purchasing a car is a big investment so you want to keep it looking good and running well for as long as you can. Keeping a vehicle performing optimally requires maintenance and work your vehicle is a machine and work. Your vehicle is a machine of moving parts that work together. The heart of a vehicle is its engine and it is helpful to understand its operations to ensure it gets the most of its lifespan is not compromised unnecessarily.
Keep the engine cool
Whenever you are during it’s important to check and stay aware of the temperature gauge. Have your coolant tested every service?
Inspect for oil leaks
Often the summer heat can add more stress to the engine and cause oil leaks if the oil isn’t regularly changed. If you notice different smells after driving, check or leak under the bonnet.
Check the battery
As a basic preventative measure inspect battery levels if able to a basic terminal every few months.
Oil Change
Your car needs to have the oil changed every 10000km or 6ths, Keep regular checks on your reminder stickers so you stay ahead of oil & after changes avoiding engine damage and save your money.
Keep a check on levels
A low level can indicate a leak in the system, Brake Fluid should be tested every service, and the condition of transmission oils.