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As winter’s snow melts away and spring starts to bloom, it’s time for your car to receive its yearly maintenance. Cold weather driving puts significant strain on the vehicle, which needs to be addressed when the weather warms up in spring. Here are a few parts of your vehicle that need the most attention from you or an auto mechanic.

5 Auto Parts to Address During Spring Vehicle Maintenance

1. Undercarriage

As you drive in winter conditions, snow, salt, mud, and slush are kicked up onto the underside of the vehicle. Not only can this debris clog vents under your vehicle, the salt used to de-ice roads actually corrodes the metal of your car. A thorough wash helps remove the buildup.

2. Brakes

Auto MechanicMaintaining control on frozen roads can be difficult, and your car brakes often see serious use over the course of the winter. Check your brake pads to make sure they haven’t worn down, and if they have, change them now.

3. Fluids

Your car’s oil, brake fluid, and transmission fluid need to be topped up regularly. This is especially important when the weather gets warmer, as your car is at greater risk of overheating without these fluids.

4. Tires

If you switched to snow tires over the winter, now is the time to switch back. Using the right tires will help you get better traction in spring conditions, and will also prevent wear on your snow tires so that you’ll have them for next year.

5. Wipers

Spring means wet conditions, so you’ll want to switch to new windshield wiper blades for the best visibility. It’s usually simple to replace the blades yourself, but if you have trouble, your auto mechanic may be able to help you when you visit for a car inspection.

By checking all these areas and completing any necessary maintenance, you can improve your safety on the road this spring and avoid unnecessary wear and tear on your vehicle. If you haven’t given your car its seasonal inspection, set some time aside today for a once-over.

 

T. Busch Automotive in Jefferson, OH, offers skilled maintenance and repairs for your car any time. Their experienced auto mechanics offer everything from basic maintenance and oil changes to collision repairs. To learn more, call them at (440) 576-1971 or visit their website today.

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