One of the basic practice a person going to buy any vehicle for his/her personal benefit is doing car maintenance. This ensures that vehicle’s exterior and interior body and performance are maintained in addition to retaining the car valuation for the time he/she owns it. There are different activities that a car owner must do when maintaining the car which include:
Driving over potholes can damage the car’s alignment and suspension. This can cause a problem of a car pulling to one side or the steering wheel vibrating as you drive. This can only be avoided if one checks the wheel alignment and suspension. An alignment check can cost between AED 91 to AED 146.
Changing oil and checking fluids is the most neglected service that is crucial for car maintenance. Spring is also an ideal time to flush your transmission fluid though it’s very expensive. Mechanics recommend changing your car’s oil every 3,000 to 5,000 miles and don’t forget to check window washing fluid levels, as well as your brake and cooling system fluids.
It’s a great practice to check the tire pressure, including the spare should you ever need it because your car’s tires affect the ride, handling, traction and safety. Mechanics recommend tire rotation every 5,000 miles to keep tread wear even. Tires aren’t cheap because they can range from AED 1836 TO AED 2203 for four new ones.
Nothing on the car is more important than having brakes that function properly. Have a technician check the pads and rotors to ensure there are no safety issues. Neglecting them can lead to a costlier repair down the line. And finally cover you can to ensure that your car body doesn’t rust or get damaged. This can help to keep the used car value in case your to sale it off in the used car market.
