Whether you own a brand new vehicle or you have an older car with hundreds of thousands of miles on it, there is no excuse not to take care of your automobile. There are certain things that you should avoid when it comes to the health and safety of your vehicle, and we’re here to point some of them out to you.
First and foremost, many drivers underestimate the importance of warning lights on their dashboards. How many times have you seen a dashboard lit up like a Christmas tree, while the driver claims that nothing actually seems to be wrong with the car. While it’s true that “Check Engine” lights, among others, can be false alarms triggered by something minor, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t have it checked out. Sometimes, even when everything seems to be running fine, am illuminated warning light is telling you that trouble is on its way.
Another thing that drivers tend to neglect at their car’s own peril is that little lever or pedal that operates the emergency brake. When parking on any sort of incline, the entire weight of your car is bearing down on the transmission, something that could drastically reduce its life, and lead to costly repairs. So don’t wonder why your transmission is busted earlier than it should be. When you park on unsteady ground, use your parking brake. Just remember to disengage it before driving away.
There are other bad habits that affect the brake and transmission systems that many drivers seem to succumb to. For example, shifting to and from reverse while your car is still moving will put horrible stress on your transmission system. Also, remember that every time you apply pressure to your brakes, they wear down a little bit. Try to avoid riding your brakes down hills or engaging in too much stop-and-go driving.
Now that we’ve let you know of a few things not to do to your car, here’s some positive advice. If you need service on a vehicle in the Lancaster, CA or surrounding area, look no further than AV Bumper to Bumper.
