{"id":21154,"date":"2023-12-08T10:37:00","date_gmt":"2023-12-08T08:37:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.autocitygroup.co.za\/?p=21154"},"modified":"2023-12-08T10:54:52","modified_gmt":"2023-12-08T08:54:52","slug":"car-maintenance-tips-for-summer-to-beat-the-heat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.autocitygroup.co.za\/car-maintenance-tips-for-summer-to-beat-the-heat\/","title":{"rendered":"Car maintenance tips for summer to beat the heat."},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The summer season provides ideal weather for road trips, drive-ins and, unfortunately, car trouble. Why? Extreme heat can take a toll on your car\u2019s most important systems. So, if your summer calendar is filled with travel and trips to the beach, we\u2019re here to help you seize the season safely.
Ensuring you\u2019re a little extra prepared this season can go a long way to protect your car, yourself and your loved ones this summer. Read on as we outline 10 must-know car maintenance tips for summer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Test the AC<\/strong> – Summer heat pairs well with air conditioning. When higher temperatures hit, you\u2019ll want a working AC system in your car. You may not have used your AC during winter or spring, so make sure you test it ahead of the summer season.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Check your tires\u2019 air pressure<\/strong> – Winter conditions\u00a0may have done damage to your tires. So, before going on long\u00a0road trips\u00a0this summer, make sure you inspect your tire pressure. When checking your tire pressure, you\u2019ll want to look for signs that your tires are under- or overinflated. Most passenger cars have a recommended tire pressure between 30 and 35 PSI (pounds per square inch). When in doubt reference your car owner\u2019s manual to learn the specifics on what your tire pressure range should be.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Top off engine fluids<\/strong> – Coolant fluid is particularly important to check during the summer months, as its job is to keep your car\u2019s engine from overheating. Follow these steps to check your car\u2019s coolant level:\n