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Winter is coming!
Please excuse us for the Game of Thrones reference, but with winter comes a whole new set of challenges for your car and yourself. The cold weather can wreak havoc on your vehicle, so it's important to take some steps to make sure your car is up for the challenge.
In this blog post, we'll share some tips on how to prep your car for winter. We'll also give advice on how to prepare yourself for the winter ahead. All in all, no matter what kind of vehicle you have, these tips will help you get ready for the cold weather ahead.
1. Test Your Car Battery
Your car battery is one of the most important parts of your vehicle, and it's also one of the most susceptible to damage in cold weather. The cold weather can make it harder for your battery to start your car, so it's important to test it before the winter sets in.
To test your car battery, you'll need a voltmeter. You can usually find one at your local auto parts store. Once you have your voltmeter, simply connect the positive and negative terminals to your battery and check the reading. If it's 12.6 volts or higher, your battery is in good shape. Otherwise, you'll need to shell some money out for a new one.
2. Inspect Your Tires (or Consider Winter Tires)
Another important winter car prep tip is to inspect your tires (or consider winter tires). This is especially important if you live in an area that gets a lot of snow and ice. Winter tires are designed to provide better traction in these conditions.
Even if you don't have winter tires, though, it's still a good idea to inspect your tires before winter hits. Make sure they have enough tread and that they're properly inflated. These two things will help you avoid a flat tire in the middle of a cold winter day.
3. Check Your Coolant
When the temperatures start to drop, it's important to make sure your coolant is up to the task of keeping your engine at a consistent temperature. Nothing can be more frustrating than having your car overheat in the middle of a winter storm.
To check your coolant, simply open the hood of your car and look at the reservoir. It should be filled to the "full" line. If it's not, add more coolant until it reaches that level.
4. Get New Wiper Blades
Wiper blades are another crucial part of winter car preparation. After all, you need to be able to see out of your windshield when it's snowing or raining!
If your wiper blades are a bit old, it's a good idea to replace them before winter hits. This will help you avoid streaks and smears on your windshield when you need it to be clean the most.
5. Lube Window Tracks, Door Locks, and Hinges
One final winter car prep tip is to lube your window tracks, door locks, and hinges. This will help prevent them from freezing up when the temperatures start to drop.
You can use any type of lubricant for this purpose, but WD-40 is a good option because it's designed to prevent rust and corrosion. Simply spray it on and wipe away any excess.