Everything you can think of has its own day, week, or even month. For instance, did you know there was a National Pet Dental Health Month? Or how about a National Impotency Month? Heck, September is even Shameless Promotion Month. I wonder who thought of that one.
But one thing to celebrate during April is National Car Care Month. With spring around the corner, it’s the perfect time to treat your car to a good and thorough cleaning and a professional checkup. After all, it worked hard to get you through the wind and snow of the winter months. The least you can do is to take care of it. Here are some things to consider when getting your car checked for the warmer months:
• Inspect the belts and hoses for any breaks, cracks, or wear spots.
• Change the air filter.
• Check the spark plugs and battery to make sure they’re in proper working order.
• Flush and fill the cooling system.
• Check the air conditioning system. It’s better to do this in April instead of waiting until you really need it.
• Check all caps, including the radiator and gas caps, to ensure they are still snug.
• Rotate the tires and replace any heavily worn tires.
• Check the fluids and wiper blades.
• Change the oil.
• Clean the inside.
Preparing your certified Ford for the spring is as simple as that. And the best part is that it might only take an hour or two out of your day. But the benefits you get in return are priceless.
