Russians were given advice on preparing cars for autumn 05:00

It is best to start preparing your car for autumn in August, when technical centers are not busy, which means they can quickly carry out inspection and maintenance. The head of the PEC:MALL marketplace, Sergei Burov, also told socialbites.ca that it is important to consider that some parts may not be available in Russian warehouses.

Despite the regular replenishment and updating of the assortment, marketplaces still periodically face shortages of certain categories of spare parts. As a result, Russian residents spend two to five weeks waiting for delivery and replacement in the technical center.

“The first thing the technical center needs to do is to assess whether the battery can withstand the increased load level. If the battery is serviceable, a hydrometer will help to check the level and density of the electrolyte in it; if it does not require maintenance, a load fork will come in handy. These devices simulate the start-up of the battery and then check the voltage level in it: if the indicator drops below 10V, this is a signal about the need for maintenance or replacement of equipment. To extend the life of the battery, we recommend removing it every day and charging it with a special protective device,” he said.

It is also important to check the condition of the brake system. Malfunction in its operation can be determined by long squeaks, rattles and other sound signals, a characteristic odor, as well as slowing down the process of stopping the car. In this case, most likely, it will be necessary to replace the brake pads and other worn parts.

“We also recommend checking the quality of your tyres. In the summer months, especially when travelling on rough terrain, tyres often wear out due to the large amount of dirt, which can lead to serious problems when the rainy season arrives. The phenomenon called “aquaplaning” occurs when a layer of water forms between the tyres and the asphalt, causing the wheels to lose traction with the road, the vehicle to become uncontrollable and cause an accident. Checking the condition of your tyres will help you avoid this: the deeper the tread, the less likely you are to encounter problems,” the expert said.

If the diagnosis shows that the tires have significant wear, we definitely recommend changing them before the onset of cold weather.

Assess the condition of the cooling system. Most often in the summer months, dirt, clay, insects and small debris accumulate on the radiator fins – especially if you spend a long time on intercity trips, which leads to deterioration of heat transfer and loss of radiator efficiency. In addition, dirt and grass stuck between the body / suspension elements can quickly cause the car to rust. As a result, after just a few years of operation, the subframe needs to be replaced – a structural element that forms the basis of other parts of the car, including the engine, transmission and suspension. Firstly, in the new realities, there may not be a suitable position, and secondly, the procedure is quite expensive. Therefore, it is necessary to carefully check the dirt before the onset of autumn and clean it if necessary.

It is also important to assess the condition of the coolant and update it if necessary. We recommend changing antifreeze every seven years for new vehicles with a service life of up to three years, and every five years for used vehicles.

“We also recommend that you inspect the paintwork. If you find chips and scratches down to ground level, then there is a possibility that the car is not damaged. In other cases, the equipment must be treated in a technical center to prevent corrosion,” the expert said.

It is also important to check the condition of the windshield wipers, which can lose their elasticity due to exposure to sunlight and cause numerous streaks. The problem will be exacerbated in the autumn-winter season due to the chemical reagents getting on the glass, which will further deteriorate visibility. Therefore, it is recommended to change your windshield wipers as soon as you notice the problem.

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