Spring Car Cleaning!

NY Toyota Service | Brooklyn Car Dealer

It’s springtime! Spring is the perfect time of year to clean out not only that overstuffed attic and cluttered garage, but your winter-worn vehicle too! During the winter driving season, your car takes a beating from cold temperatures, snow and ice, road salt, and potholes. Not attending to your car’s maintenance needs can prove a deadly hazard: the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration reports that 2,600 deaths result each year from neglected vehicle maintenance. Stay safe and keep your vehicle running smoothly with these simple spring car care tips.

Batteries, Plugs, and Wires: Winter places heavy demands on your vehicle’s batteries, spark plugs, and electrical wiring. Come spring, make sure you have these components tested.

Tire Pressure: Cold weather causes your vehicle’s tires to lose air pressure more quickly than they would in warm weather. Take the time to make sure your tires are adequately inflated and properly balanced.

Hoses and Belts: Belts and hoses, especially those five years of age and older, can become damaged and brittle. Have your vehicle’s belts and hoses thoroughly inspected for signs of wear.

Brakes: Your car’s brakes get a workout during the winter. In the spring, a brake system inspection should be performed and any worn brake pads replaced. Suspension and Alignment: Rough roads and potholes can wreak havoc on shocks and struts. Have your vehicle’s suspension inspected and the wheels properly aligned.

Fluids: Make sure you inspect the levels of your vehicle’s critical fluids: oil, transmission fluid, brake fluid, antifreeze, coolant, and windshield washer fluid. Top off any fluids that are running low.

Air Filter: Replacing a dirty engine air filter is a great way to keep your engine running at its best.

Windshield Wipers: You probably don’t think much about your wipers until you try using a pair that are worn or cracked. Check your wipers for damage and replace if necessary.

Clean the Interior: Your vehicle’s interior is sure to need a bit of sprucing up after a long winter. Throw out clutter, vacuum, and wipe all interior surfaces.

Clean the Exterior: Invest in a professional car wash or get out the hose and just do it yourself. Make sure to pay attention to the undercarriage and any road salt buildup.

If you’re looking for assistance in your car cleaning or NY Toyota service, come into our Dealership and see our Brooklyn Toyota Dealer today! We are located in Greenvale near Westbury and North Shore!