"TAKING CARE OF YOUR CAR DURING PANDEMIC"
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[ "TAKING CARE OF YOUR CAR DURING PANDEMIC;As the days pass by,the COVID-19 virus is stretching out its wings to every corner of the world andhas brought a halt in human life. With all the advisories coming up to stay athome until necessary and lockdown being imposed in some countries, keeping yourselfsafe inside the walls of your house is the wisest thing to do. Suddenly, oureveryday lifestyle has changed drastically. It is not safe to do the mostmundane things like going out for a meal, going to a movie theatre for a movie,or even going to the gym to keep yourself fitAs the world isadapting to the new normal, people are still trying to keep themselves indooras much as possible. One of the many things of our life that have come to astandstill and is standing parked in your garage for all these months is yourcar. The frequency of your driving has reduced by a significant margin due tothe lockdown. Being in a stationary position for too long can significantlyimpact your car's different components like fuel tank, tyres, brakes, engines,etc. With most of the automotive garages being closed, car maintenance seemschallenging. ;Explained below aresome maintenance tips and tricks that you can follow to keep your car in ahealthy shape.SELECT YOUR PARKINGSPOT CAREFULLY;Now when you know thatyou will not be driving your car for a while now, the spot where you park thecar has to be picked out very consciously. The best practice is to park yourcar in a shaded area like a garage with a cemented or a finished floor. Itwould help if you refrained from parking the vehicle outdoors as there arechances of moisture seeping into the brakes or engine of your car or the paintor other parts of the car that directly contact the sunlight will become dull.In case you don't have a garage or any closed space to park your vehicle, youcan cover your car with a waterproof sheet.ENSURE THAT YOUR TYRESARE PROPERLY INFLATEDIf your car isstanding at the same spot for a long time, your car's tyres may start gettingdamaged slowly. The air pressure level starts to decrease, and small outbreaksor soft spots become visible on the tyre walls. Your tyre is the only point ofcontact between the surface and the rest of your car and carries the vehicle'sentire weight. You should move your vehicle after a couple of days so that thetyre rotates and the part of contact changes. Also, make sure that your tyresare correctly inflated at all times and have the recommended air pressure,i.e., 30-35 PSI. You can also refer to the tyresize guide in the user manual to know more about your car's tyremaintenance.KEEP YOUR FUEL TANKFILLED AT ALL TIMESKeeping a high fuellevel in your car at all times is another essential car maintenance practicefor the lockdown. If the fuel tank of your vehicle doesn't have sufficient fuellevels, it can undergo corrosion. Another consequence of low fuel level is thecondensation of air in the tank over time, the moisture of which results incorrosion. Apart from the fuel, the other fluids that your car needs to runsmoothly like windshield wiper fluid, coolant, brake fluid, power steeringfluid, etc., are also readily available in sufficient amount.CHECK THE BATTERY OFYOUR CAROne of the most commonproblems that you will face if you leave your car unused for an extended periodis discharged battery if left connected. You can avoid this from happening bytaking your car out for a small drive around the block after every 3-4 days. Bydoing this, you are keeping your battery charged and ensuring that your engineis properly lubricatedKEEP YOUR CAR NEAT ANDCLEANIf you leave your carclosed shut for days at a stretch with litter lying around inside it, you aremaking room for rodents and pests inside your vehicle. Ensure that your car'sinteriors are well-cleaned and remove any items like lighter, sprays,match-box, etc. As it is, the insides of your vehicle will not get enoughventilation for days. The best thing you can do is remove the dirt lying insideand clean the cabin with a vacuum cleanerWhen you decide totake your car out after days, keep in mind a few things like taking off thecover slowly, checking for any leaks, ensuring proper fuel level, checking thetyre pressure, etc. Also, feel free to drop by at Tyres Carmarthen to getyour car examined by a professional and enjoy a safe and smooth ride. Happysteering!" ]