Six Letters in Flower Serve as Car Maintenance Reminder
Before you leave for a big trip, you’ll likely put “schedule maintenance check” on your to-do list. After all, you don’t want your plans to be derailed by a stalled or broken-down vehicle. But, are you doing regular maintenance checks to safeguard your in-town adventures and daily commutes to work and activities?
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You need to regularly check six components of your vehicle to help ensure its runs efficiently and is safe to drive. The Automobile Association understands that remembering six separate areas can be difficult, so they make it simple. When it comes to maintaining your car, all you have to think about is the word FLOWER. Each letter corresponds to the components of your vehicle you should regularly monitor — fuel, lights, oil, water, electrics, and rubber.
Letting your gas tank get close to empty isn’t a smart strategy. A low gas tank taxes your engine, and running out of gas on your way to work is sure to get you in trouble with your boss.
Your lights are essential to your safety as well as the safety of other drivers. You want to see the road ahead and other drivers need to see you. Check all exterior lights and replace when necessary.
Refer to your vehicle Owner’s Manual for recommendations for when to get your car’s oil changed and follow it. An engine with old, low or no oil can be irreparably damaged and dangerous to operate.
Check the coolant level to avoid the danger of overheating, and while you’re checking that, make sure your car has the right amount of windshield wiper fluid.
Age and temperature impact your car’s battery life; be sure to check your car’s battery charge regularly and AA recommends reviewing how the cooling fan on the radiator is operating as well.
The rubber that grounds your vehicle, aka the tires, are your car’s most crucial safety feature. Check each tire for proper inflation and signs of damage.
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