Texas summers continue long past Labor Day, often lingering into October. Long summers mean hot temperatures and after a while, hot temperatures can wreak havoc on your vehicle’s performance. We’ve put together a list of tips to keep your vehicle running properly.
- Check all vehicle fluids. Hot temperatures can cause added strain
on your car’s systems so be sure to check the oil, coolant, transmission
fluid, windshield wiper fluid, and brake fluid in your car regularly to be
sure they are at the proper levels.
- Check your car’s temperature gauge.
If the light comes on, or the thermometer enters the red zone, you should safely pull over. Driving even a short distance with an overheated engine can cause damage, and possibly lead to expensive repairs. If you find yourself in this situation,
wait for the engine to cool completely before driving. Do not try and cool the engine with water. A quick change in temperature can cause damage.
- Do not remove the radiator cap (when the engine is hot).
Doing so can cause hot steam and coolant to spray out, possibly causing injury. Wait for the engine to cool completely before adding coolant and water.
- Check tire pressures. As the temperature fluctuates, so will the air in your tires. This can lead to possible problems if your tires become over or under-inflated.
- Don’t forget about our
Complimentary Pit Stop service. We will happily check and top off your car’s under hood fluids and check your tire pressure on the service drive, anytime our service department is open. Just pull up and let one of our attendants know you are here for a FREE Pit Stop.
These helpful tips together with regular vehicle maintenance from our Xpress Oil Change Plus center should help you avoid untimely heat related breakdowns. Enjoy
the rest of the summer. Drive safe and
stay cool! Give us a call at (512) 681-3046
when we can next be of service to you, your family or your business.
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