The Winter Vehicle Maintenance Check List

Winter can be a deadly season for even veteran drivers

. This is due to two separate factors. The first is the slippery conditions of the road; with ice, snow and a whole lot of water to seep through it all, roads can be treacherous. But the main problem is not you; it's other drivers. So what can you do to stay safe? The best thing is to ensure that your vehicle is up to par with the season, so that you will have the ability to handle any shaky situations. Here is a list of things you should check on your vehicle this coming winter to stay safe on the road.

TIRE PRESSURE

Very often over looked in the winter, tire pressure has a direct impact on your vehicle and its ability to handle in snow, on roads covered in rock salt, and especially on ice. Check your tire pressure regularly during the winter; the cold air can and will suck air from them.

BRAKES AND BRAKE PADS

This is a job best left to a mechanic. However know that this is one of the most important things in the winter; brakes are dire in many situations where ice and snow are involved, and good brake pads and brakes do save lives.

STEERING AND SUSPENSION CHECK

Another job best left to a mechanic. Steering and suspension are extremely important in the winter time. If you want to be able to control your vehicle this winter, you will want to ensure that the steering and suspension are both up to par for the season.

TIRE ALIGNMENT

Going to a mechanic would be best for this. Tire alignment allows your vehicle to be more fuel efficient, but most importantly, it also allows your vehicle to handle better in the snow and on the ice.

LIGHT CHECK

Winter is a notoriously dark season at times. The day light lasts for some times as few as five hours. Thus it is important that you check and be sure all of your head lights and tail lights are working properly, and that none or burnt or blown out.

BATTERY

Nothing is more dangerous than getting stuck on the high way in the winter. Snow is bad enough when you are in a moving vehicle, but when you are in a vehicle sitting still and others are driving around you, it can be highly dangerous. Check your battery at the start of the winter, or change it if you can, to avoid having any unpleasant surprises.

FLUID CHECK

Every fluid in your vehicle has a purpose; from brake fluid, which allows your vehicle to stop and slow down, to antifreeze, which helps maintain the temperature of your engine. Going to a mechanic to have a fluid check done if you do not know how to perform one yourself at the start of winter is a very good idea.

BUMPER TO BUMPER INSPECTION

If you are unsure of your vehicle's ability to handle the coming season, bring it in to a mechanic for a full, thorough safety inspection.

by: D & D Autoworks

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