Nowadays, it is much easier to take care
of automobiles that are much advanced than those driven by previous
generations. However, it is somewhat due to this reason many drivers have
become ignorant of performing any maintenance at all. Since not having any
simple servicing like oil changes may cause catastrophic damage to the vehicle,
keeping the maintenance schedule in mind is as important at the present as it
was when cars still needed tune-ups.Not following the right oil change schedule
This is an area where taking your advice
from others may not be a wise idea. In earlier days, the standard
recommendation was changing the oil at 3,000 miles, but now it is important to
follow the owner’s manual to get the right schedule for your car.
Breaking your brakes
In a vehicle, brakes are one of those
stuffs that really need to be taken care of as soon as they start wearing out.
Bad brakes are a major safety concern for starters. In spite of the safety
risk, many people continue driving on squealing, squeaking, stuttering brakes
long after it should be taken to technician or replaced.
Ignoring the tire pressure light
Proper tire inflation is really important
from both a safety and efficiency need. Check and keep them inflated properly
to save money on gas.
Getting the wrong gas
Putting diesel in a gas engine is a big
mistake. Though, some people think that higher octane means better, it is not
the case if your car is not designed to use high octane fuel. Using the
costlier fuel will not get you any benefit otherwise, instead of costing you
more.
Failing to filter
Airflow is a vital factor for a car to
run efficiently with good gas mileage. A clogged or dirty air filter keeps the
engine from getting the fresh air it requires to run properly.
Not changing wipers
As you do not need windshield wipers all
the time, you may forget to check whether they are properly working or not. To
drive safely and they should to be replaced immediately if they are worn or
damaged.
So, when it comes to your car, try not to be “penny wise and pound foolish”. As if you save a few bucks by skipping an oil change now, you may end up spending thousands in repair
