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How to Extend the Life of Your Car and Avoid Problems

Some car owners drive their cars for many hundred thousand miles without major issues, while others pay thousands in repair bills. What is the secret? Here are 10 proven tips:

1. Have your oil changes done regularly

All moving parts inside your engine are lubricated by oil. As you drive, the engine oil gets dirty and loses its lubricating qualities. Your engine wears faster when oil is dirty. By having your oil changes done regularly, you keep your engine well lubricated and clean inside.

As you drive some oil is consumed and the oil level drops. Running low on oil also increases engine wear. That is why it's also important to periodically check the engine oil level and top it up if it's low.

2. Keep all fluids in your car clean and topped up

The health of your automatic transmission depends on the condition of the transmission fluid. The same goes for the braking and power steering systems, the engine cooling system, transfer case and front and rear differentials.

All the fluids are vital for your car and over time they evaporate, leak and lose their qualities, so change as needed and top up when the level is low.
If you use your car for towing, consider installing an additional transmission fluid cooler and change the transmission fluid more often.

3.Be aware of early signs of problems

Any problem with your car will be less expensive to repair if caught earlier. Have your car checked out as son as possible if you notice any signs of problems.

Warning lights on the dash, engine temperature rising more than normal, leaks, noises when driving over bumps or while braking, unusual smell, difference in the way the car drives or shifts gears are some of the early signs of mechanical problems.

4.Wash and wax your car regularly, rustproof to protect from rust

If you live in the Rust Belt, rustproof your car to protect the brake and fuel lines as well as other undercarriage components from rust. Wash your car regularly as the corrosion starts in dirty areas. Replace your wiper blades at least twice a year; they are not very expensive.

Wax your car once in a while; car wax protects the paint and keeps it shiny. Touch up stone chips and scratches before they get corroded. Read more at car body care tips

5.Keep the interior of your car clean and dry

There is a lot of electronics and wiring in the dash, center console and under the carpet. Electronics plus water always equals trouble.

When you keep the interior clean, it stays smell-free. Once the moisture or garbage accumulate, it will be almost impossible to get rid of a bad smell. Most newer cars have a cabin filter that needs to be replaced every 10,000-15,000 miles. A dirty cabin filter also causes a bad smell in a car. Read more how to clean car interior.

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