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Essential Winter Car Care Tips

1/28/2016

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To write this blog post I did a little research (both online and with our technicians) to make sure I was giving you the best advise for San Diego.  Almost everything online talks about snow tires and ice scrapers.  As I write this it's 70 outside and sunny...hmmm, snow tires, yeah no.  I will say that for our beloved clients up in our local mountains, then yes, get a set of snow tires so you don't get stuck and an ice scraper for those frozen mornings!  For the rest of us, here's what I came up with:
1.  Tires:  I'm not recommending snow tires, but I am recommending that you check the tred depth and overall tire condition.  We are expected to have El Nino this year, which means a lot of rain.  Having good tred and tire condition will help your vehicle perform at it's best in the rain.
2.  Windshield Wipers:  Heat extremes of the summer months tend to damage wiper blades, so it's a good idea to replace them before our winter rain comes.  These cracked and torn wiper blades can cause annoying noises and affect your visibility during operation.  Don't forget about that rear wiper blade, if you have one, it also plays an important role in visibility and safe winter driving.
3.  Battery:  Believe it or not, this just happened to me 2 days ago!  My son and I get all strapped into the car to head to the park and do errands, when suddenly my Saturn just won't crank...Dead battery!  It's my fault though, I didn't have the water checked in that thing for over a year!  Needless to say we were stranded until my awesome hubby (who is a mechanic as well)  came to the rescue with a new battery.  Don't get stranded like me.  Get that battery checked before El Nino really hits.
4.  Be prepared:  Now is a good time to have your vehicle looked over, or to check fluids and change oil yourself, before winter in San Diego really hits.  Even though it's already January, our rain usually doesn't hit until February.  

I hope that this gives you some ideas as to how better to prepare for our wonderful San Diego winter!  Have a wonderful weekend.

6 Comments
Get Parts link
12/16/2016 01:23:57 am

Thanks for sharing great info.

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Anthony Baxter link
4/13/2018 04:51:52 am

Each and every automobile needs some extra tender care and TLC during the Jack Frost in order to remain safe and in the pristine condition. Well, winter car care is one such quest that ensures you that your speed machine is prepared for the adverse weather conditions. I honestly feel that winter car maintenance is obligatory, and I would like to suggest that each and every driver should follow the recommended seasonal car care schedule in order reach the destination safely and on time in the inclement weather condition. Thanks for sharing such a handy message.

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Cara Lee link
6/25/2018 12:12:18 am

Winter has adverse effects on the vehicle. During winter the roads become covered with snow. So it is difficult for the drivers to drive in the snow covered roads. Therefore it is highly recommended to use winter tires during this period. These tires provide a better grip on the snowy road surface. Due to extreme cold in winter the essential fluids become thicker. So it is suggested to use comparatively thinner oil and other fluids. We should also check the tire pressure, top up all the essential fluid level, check the brakes and all other parts of the car.

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Kacie Goodman link
7/24/2018 06:22:16 am

Winter affects the vehicles badly. At this time in some areas there is heavy snowfall. Vehicles normally skids on ice. To prevent this from happening, it is highly recommended to use winter tires during winter. Again the tire pressure fluctuates due to fluctuating surrounding temperature. So it is suggested to make the tires properly inflated. Winter affects battery the most. Therefore it is advised to perform volt test on the battery before arrival of winter. If it is not in good condition, we must replace that battery.

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Amy Zahirski link
10/5/2018 12:24:58 am

Winter is harsh for vehicles. During this period, the engine oil and all other fluids become thicker. So it is recommended to use comparatively thinner oil and other fluids. Where there is heavy snowfall, the roads become covered with snow and ice. Therefore it is advised to use winter tires in the car which can provide better grip on the snowy road. If we are not using winter tires,then tires with proper tread depth should be used. Wiper blades are used more often during winter. So they should be replaced in winter if these are found to be damaged.

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Jim Edison
1/11/2019 03:42:54 am

Snowfall reduces the visibility which could cause an accident. So, one should be cautious while driving a vehicle during the snowfall. Besides, driving a vehicle which has certain mechanical issues could be very dangerous as it could bring the vehicle to a halt in the middle of nowhere. Weaker or older components could not withstand the extreme environmental condition. So, inspection is really essential to identify and fix mechanical issues associated with the concerned components. To replace weaker components, contact

https://www.petesinc.com/contactus/

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