Are you ready for the Summer?
Long drives, high temperatures, and extra mileage can push your vehicle to its limits. Let the ASE Certified Techs at Car-X Tire & Auto  make sure your vehicle is safe & road ready!
Summer Car Maintenance Checklist
Battery & Charging System
It’s actually summer heat that does the most damage to car batteries. High temperatures can cause battery fluid to evaporate and shorten battery life. Before your trip, have your battery and charging system tested to make sure everything is working properly and can handle the extra load.
Tires
Good tires are essential for safety and comfort on the road. Check for uneven tread wear and proper tire pressure. If it’s time, get them rotated. After all, no one wants to spend part of their vacation changing a flat tire.
Cooling system
Your engine works harder in the summer heat, so it’s critical that your cooling system is up to the task. Check the coolant level and condition, and make sure it’s providing adequate protection for all the metals in your engine. Have belts and hoses inspected for wear—blown heater hoses are one of the most common causes of roadside breakdowns.
Fluid Levels
Make sure that all critical fluids are full and ready to make the long trip with no problems along the way! This list includes engine oil, transmission fluid, brake and power steering fluid, and also differential fluid. Change any of these fluids that are at the end of their useful life.
A/C Air Conditioning & Cabin Filter
No time is the air conditioning system needed more then during a long road trip with the family all on board the vehicle. Cooler inside temperatures usually mean cooler tempers and a lot more enjoyable road trip. The A/C system should be checked for proper performance including compressor operation along with the cooling fans. You need to ensure that vehicle will be properly cooled when the outside heat is 90 plus degrees. Most newer vehicles are now equipped with a cabin filter and this needs checked yearly especially if anyone in the family suffers from allergies. Lastly, the A/C system should be checked for any small leaks so that the A/C does not quit half-way through your fun filled vacation trip.
Trust Car-X to Keep Your Car Road Ready This Summer
Before you hit the road, schedule a complete summer vehicle inspection at your nearest Car-X Tire & Auto location. Our certified technicians will check everything so you can focus on the road—and the fun ahead.
