"Car Maintenance Myths Which Are Far From The Truth"
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[ "Car Maintenance Myths Which Are Far From The TruthCar servicing, though a very common term, is filled with myths that need to be debunked for people to get their knowledge and facts straight. Cars are, in fact, machines that, with time, deteriorate. It is your responsibility to ensure that your vehicle gets the right care, car service Derby and maintenance that they deserve so that they can go on for long, giving you your moneys worth.Car servicing myths often lead to bad information that can damage your car further than improving and even leads to you spending money on unnecessary services. Only a skilled professional can help you get your car serviced with the right knowledge, skill, and experience. Here are some of the major car servicing myths that most of you might have heard of at least onceThe Pressure On The Sidewall Is What You Should FollowThis is one dangerous myth, and following this, you will be doing more harm to your tyre than anything else. The number mentioned on the sidewall of the tyre is never the PSI but the maximum pressure load that the tyre can hold. The accurate tyre pressure of your car is mentioned in the manual of your vehicle. A manufacturer would never print it on the sidewall.Information on tyre pressure related to breaking, mileage, you would find everything on the car manual. It is also mentioned on the fuel-filter door, sometimes on the glove box of the car, or even the door on the drivers sideOil Change Should Be Done After Every 5,000 MilesThis is another big myth that should be debunked, like oil changing for each car depends on its model, speed, usage, and function. A lot of people believe that the engine fluid and even other car fluids should be changed every 3,000 or 5,000 miles. However, most engine oils come with lubricants which ensures that the oil lasts longerMost manufacturers would advise cars that are beyond 15 years old to get their oil changed after 7,000 miles. However, for cars that are new and use synthetic oils, it can cover distances as long as 15,000 miles before you have to go for an oil changeTyres Can Be Used Until Its Tread Falls Below 1.6mmTyres, whether winter or summer, come with different tread requirements. For summer tyres, though it is recommended to change tyres when the tread reaches 1.6mm, it can be dangerous driving with such low tread. Not only do you lose road grip, handling the car becomes difficult too. For winter tyres, the minimum tread needed would be 3mm to 4mm, as gripping snow can only be done efficiently when there is enough tread.The tyres are your only connection with the road. Never go cheap with your tyres and listen to what professionals have to say about them. Go for regular inspection and maintenance so that tyres can be changed when they have declined further beyond repairCar Battery Can Be Used For 5 Years And Beyond;For different cars, there are different batteries, and they all come with different specifications. A lot of people believe that batteries can be used efficiently for 5 years and beyond. However, your driving skills and other external factors play a huge role in determining how long your battery will last, though the average lifespan would be 3-5 years.If your car battery has been in use for almost three years, to ensure it is still perfectly safe, get it tested and checked. A professional has the right equipment and will do a thorough inspection, letting you know whether you can continue with the old one or need a new one.Make sure you get your car inspected before the MOT test Derby so that you pass it on the first try. These myths can truly create trouble for you and stop you from taking care of your vehicle by giving you wrong information and tips." ]