How to prepare your car for hot weather?

As summer is on the way, car owners are suggested to do some

seasonal maintenance for a safe and steadfast driving. Here are

some tips for you to get your car prepared for summer. Some of

these tips are easy and can be performed by any driver.

1. Fix electrical car problems

Vehicle problems tend to grow worse in hot weather. Hot

temperature will worsen rubber and metal auto parts, as well as

electrical auto problems. With the right OBDII scanner, you can

find out most electrical problems with your vehicle and try to fix it

on your own. An iOBD2 scanner for Android can easily retrieve

error codes and erase the codes for you. Technically, small electrical

problems can be solved after DTCs are cleared.

If you stick to regular maintenance, there is little chance of

electrical problems. But if you feel there is some wrong with your

car, it is better to diagnose it and fix it.

2. Check your air conditioning system

Air conditioner is a must in summer. Before opening your AC, you

can inspect the system for worn or damaged belts. Clear dust and

debris inside its condesenser, and your AC can do a cooling job

better. The belt on your air conditioner drives the compressor.

Without the belt, you will not get any cool air inside your car.

Besides, AC will get hot after working for a period of time. Therefore,

you should make your car antifreeze and transmission fluid levels

filled to prevent overheating.

3. Check your battery

Car battery is essential to a vehicle. It provides initial power to start

the engine of your car and generates power for accelerating. And

hot temperature can lay more pressure on the battery. You can test

the condition of your battery by using a Launch BST-460 battery

tester or other tools. Many auto repair shops have battery testers.

You can borrow one to reduce the cost.