The 10 Commandments of a vehicle that lasts

Maintaining your car on a daily basis helps keep it in good mechanical and aesthetic condition. If certain major maintenance requires a trip to the workshop, a few regular and easy checks will extend the life of your car while sometimes making considerable savings.

Here is how to maintain your vehicle to ensure its optimal lifespan!

Check levels regularly

To ensure the proper functioning of the engine as well as the steering and braking components, a periodic check of all fluids is necessary. Be aware that an insufficient level can cause failures which can sometimes have serious consequences, even engine failure. A quick look under the hood every now and then can save you a lot of trouble.

Check the engine oil level

For the engine to function properly, its various parts must be lubricated. This is the role of engine oil. You must check the engine oil level regularly to preserve your car’s engine. When the engine is cold , pull the dipstick from its location and check the engine oil level using the scale. If the oil level is low, add the correct oil for your engine.

Check the coolant level

The coolant should be checked when the engine is cold. In particular, the coolant prevents the engine from overheating! Its composition based on antifreeze and demineralized water also allows it to withstand negative temperatures. On the expansion tank of the tank, graduations indicate the minimum and maximum level to maintain.

Brake fluid

Brake fluid is essential to the car’s braking system. To check its level, simply look at the tank through transparency. When its level is low, a leak or worn brake pads may be the cause. .

Test battery status

A battery in good condition maintains a good lifespan. It must always be well charged so as not to cause startup problems. For in-depth tests (charge level, voltage, etc.), contact us.

Maintain the tire

Tire maintenance should not be neglected, as they form the connection between the car and the ground. Here are some good practices to implement to improve the lifespan of your tires: • check their wear (no cracking, tread depth greater than 1.6mm, uniformity of tread wear); • reinflate your tires regularly in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendation; • check the alignment of your car to see if it pulls to one side.

Keep the brakes in good condition

In a car, the braking system is an essential element of the safety of the driver, his passengers and other road users. Here are tips for properly maintaining a car’s brakes. Have the braking system checked by an automotive professional: • Brake pads: every 20,000 km for mainly urban journeys, every 30,000 km for motorway journeys, or every 2 years • Brake fluid: all every 50,000 km or every 2 years • Rear brakes: every 50,000 km.

A beautiful body

Regular cleaning of the bodywork will allow your car to keep its beautiful shine for many years. In addition to cleaning with water, polishing at least once a year will ensure shine and longevity to your paint. In the event of resale, dull bodywork indicates a lack of maintenance. The exterior condition immediately gives a good or bad impression to the potential buyer.

Lighting: to see well and be seen

It is advisable to regularly check that your lighting is working properly and replace any defective bulbs, for your safety and that of others. So remember to regularly check all bulbs, especially the operation of the brake lights and turn signals.