This year’s heat has been a bit harsher than any other year. The Meteorological Center has also informed that the heat will increase in the coming days. Let’s see how to keep our car safe and ‘cool’ during this hot season.
To keep the cabin cool..
Whenever you park your car, it is better to park in a shaded area. If parked in the sun for too long, the cabin of the car is likely to overheat. If you have to park in the sun on unavoidable occasions, you can use sun shades on the car windows.
Also, the windows of the car can be kept slightly down. The windows of the car can be rolled down to such an extent that there is no compromise to the safety of the car. This will allow air to flow inside the car and reduce the temperature of the cabin.
Don’t forget to service the AC.
AC is one of the most overworked parts of a car during hot summers. It is important to get the AC serviced before the summer season starts. If not, get the AC serviced immediately. Check if the compressor oil level is correct.
Dust accumulates in the AC at certain intervals and affects its functions. Therefore, it should also be cleaned at regular intervals. As mentioned above, don’t turn on the AC immediately if the cabin is too hot. Leave the windows open and turn on the AC after the cabin heats up a bit.
Check tire pressure..
One thing that many car drivers forget is to check the tire pressure. It is important to keep the car’s tire pressure at the right level at all times. But, more attention is needed during hot summers.
Low tire pressure can shorten tire life and lead to tire blowouts on poor roads. At the same time, it should be ensured that the tire pressure of the car does not become too high. The perfect size is special.
Keep the engine oil level correct.
In hot weather, the temperature of the car rises. Due to this, the life span and quantity of engine oil will also decrease. So, check the level and quality of this engine oil and change it immediately if necessary. Be sure to check and change not only the engine oil, but also the power steering, transmission and brake oils.
Check hoses and belts..
Our car uses various rubber hoses and belts. So far they’ve been working fine, but I don’t know if the ones already in use can hold up to the summer heat. So, it is a good idea to take a look at those hoses and belts and check that they are fit for purpose. This is because overused belts are prone to breaking due to heat stress.
Does the car need a polish?
A lot of people think that polishing a car is just about adding beauty to a car. But a good car polish will prevent the car from overheating during the hot summer months. Deflects heat from the car and reduces its volume.
Also, while buying a car, we give more importance to its exterior color. Due to the maximum heat during summer, the outer color is also likely to fade. We can also prevent this problem by applying car polish.
