Spring Cleaning for Your Car

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While performing spring cleaning on your vehicle this year, remember to pay particular attention to the items listed in these spring car care cleaning tips.

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With the worst of the weather behind us, we can all breathe a sigh of relief knowing that we made it through another winter driving season.  And now, it’s time to show your car a little appreciation.

The winter weather can wreak havoc on your vehicle’s interior, exterior, and operating mechanisms.  So, be sure to check the following before the sweltering days of summer arrive:

• Exterior- be sure to give your car a good wash to remove any salt residue that could cause rust, especially in those areas prone to build-up, like the undercarriage and wheel wells.
• Interior- vacuum your vehicle’s floor mats, and consider a deep clean to remove all the salt and water stains.
• Fluids- your vehicle has to work harder to operate during the cold weather, so be sure to check your oil, coolant, windshield washer, and brake fluids before taking any long road trips.
• Wipers- after sweeping away a whole season’s worth of snow and ice, your windshield wiper blades may be worn-out.  Inspect and replace as needed.
• Brakes- have your brakes checked by a professional to ensure that they haven’t been worn-down or corroded. 
• Tires- If you drove on all-season tires this past winter, have your tires rotated to ensure even wear.  And if you have snow tires, now is a good time to have them removed and stored for next year.

For more information about seasonal car maintenance, visit AAA.com.  And for more tips to help you drive assured, log-on to www.preferredmutual.com.