Too Hot? Don't Neglect A Needed Engine Repair!
Gas prices are down, and people everywhere are looking to take road trips as summer vacations, avoiding the long lines and high prices at airports across the nation. Already, the early high temperatures are promising another hot summer, which means it will be especially important to take care of some basic engine service before you set out onto the steaming highways. Tires with sufficient tread, new windshield wipers, sufficient water, snacks and a first aid kit are all, of course, very important. But it is also important to make sure your car won't break down in the middle of nowhere! A smart move is to have your car diagnosed for any needed engine repair. Heat will cause an engine to work extra hard, putting stress on the fluids that are running through all parts of your vehicle.
Ask your mechanic to top off all fluids, change your oil and check your tire pressure right before your trip. The risk of a serious breakdown while on the road is one you can minimize by having your auto mechanic run diagnostic tests. One of the more common roadside emergencies occurs when car owners neglect to keep the proper anti-freeze/coolant levels in the radiator, causing it to overheat and possibly damaging the engine.
Consider having that regularly scheduled tune-up just a little earlier than planned (before your trip) to make sure your vehicle is running in top condition. And don't forget to check hoses for wear and wires for damage from rodents. These are two commonly overlooked hazards that can cause unsuspected trouble when your car is put to the test with a long road trip.
Needing quality engine repair before your road trip? Contact the ASE Certified technicians at Expert Car Care Inc. today to find out more information about our engine service and to schedule an appointment. Our auto shop proudly serves residents in the community of West Allis, WI, and surrounding area.
Gas prices are down, and people everywhere are looking to take road trips as summer vacations, avoiding the long lines and high prices at airports across the nation. Already, the early high temperatures are promising another hot summer, which means it will be especially important to take care of some basic engine service before you set out onto the steaming highways. Tires with sufficient tread, new windshield wipers, sufficient water, snacks and a first aid kit are all, of course, very important. But it is also important to make sure your car won't break down in the middle of nowhere! A smart move is to have your car diagnosed for any needed engine repair. Heat will cause an engine to work extra hard, putting stress on the fluids that are running through all parts of your vehicle.
Ask your mechanic to top off all fluids, change your oil and check your tire pressure right before your trip. The risk of a serious breakdown while on the road is one you can minimize by having your auto mechanic run diagnostic tests. One of the more common roadside emergencies occurs when car owners neglect to keep the proper anti-freeze/coolant levels in the radiator, causing it to overheat and possibly damaging the engine.
Consider having that regularly scheduled tune-up just a little earlier than planned (before your trip) to make sure your vehicle is running in top condition. And don't forget to check hoses for wear and wires for damage from rodents. These are two commonly overlooked hazards that can cause unsuspected trouble when your car is put to the test with a long road trip.
Needing quality engine repair before your road trip? Contact the ASE Certified technicians at Expert Car Care Inc. today to find out more information about our engine service and to schedule an appointment. Our auto shop proudly serves residents in the community of West Allis, WI, and surrounding area.
