Getting ready for the coming long road trip, is simply exciting. None of us can wait for those days to come. But while we are busy packing our little things, did we forget to inform our vehicle, that a nice long trip is coming its way? Well, saying that we mean, even our cars need to be prepared well in advance if there is a long hour journey lying ahead, leave alone if it involves a couple of continuous drive.
Depending upon the calendar details, the dates you have chosen, and what the weather forecast say about those days while crossing certain areas, the entire procedure of preparing your vehicle should follow suit. All the experts we spoke to at the auto dealerships near SLO, agreed upon one thing, that before you head towards the journey, you should give your vehicle at least a week’s time to be thoroughly cleaned, inspected and upgraded as per the suggestions given by the service center. Even though it might add few more bucks to the total trip budget, the inspection will help you in the long run in avoiding all the untoward hazards that the not-so-ready vehicle might have posed. Simultaneously, such investigation will also give you a clear picture of the safety condition of your vehicle and will inform you about all the potential safety hazards it can invite, if you do not listen to the advises of the service center experts. Now, if that sounds a bit like threatening, would you not consider it better than experiencing a break down at the middle of the road, when you are miles away from the city life?
What to Check
Before you leave your home, the experts recommend you to check out the following parts of your vehicle. They add to the suggestion that these parts are often overlooked, but when you have already crossed the city boundaries, the issues with these parts can pop up without any notice, and you will be caught up in a situation, you never imagined.
Whether you decide to check it yourself, or hire a professional, these are the parts you should never ignore.
Tires and Tire Pressure: Check the user manual and check if the tires are having the same air pressure as recommended.
Brakes: As the safety of your car depends largely on this part, do not forget to check on the brakes. Replace the brake pads, if they ae found worn out and soft under your feet than usual.
Other parts include hoses and belts, wipers, exterior and interior lighting, air filters, and fluid levels. Check the levels of engine oil and antifreeze/coolant, as well as the windshield washer solvent.
Things to Remember
The experts serving at the SLO area auto dealer, also recommend the drivers to take down important telephone numbers and check the glove box for a first aid box, to handle the situation in case of any emergency. You should also keep your vehicle equipped with a tire-changing jack and pressure gauge, a flashlight, jumper cables, and blankets.
