Hot weather car care tips | News from New Jersey State Auto

Hot weather car care tips

July 20, 2011 12:00 AM

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Although many people take appropriate steps to keep themselves cool during the summer months, they may overlook the temperature of their cars. However, according to AAA, the warmer months present a number of hazards to automobiles, and drivers should take precautions.

"While many drivers think about the importance of readying their vehicle for cold weather in winter, it’s important to not forget about the need also to prepare for hot summer months," said John Nielsen, AAA National Director of Auto Repair, Buying Services and Consumer Information.

One of the biggest temperature-related issues cars can experience is the death of a battery. Experts say that extreme heat and vibration can cause serious problems in batteries, and drivers should be sure that their batteries are firmly rooted so they do not move around.

Additionally, drivers should be wary of how much fluid is in their cars. Along with providing much-needed lubrication, fluids also cool down a car's components when it becomes too hot, and if there are low levels - whether it be of motor oil, transmission fluid or brake fluid - there can be serious problems.

As a final tip, AAA recommends keeping one's tires properly inflated to reduce the chances of a blowout on hot pavement.

Hot weather car care tips | News from New Jersey State Auto

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