Prepping Your Car For Winter

In the UAE maintaining your car in perfect condition can be a challenge. UAE goes through harsh summer weather for many months in a year. But more often than not we tend to ignore the winters in UAE.

Though the winter season is not as strong as in many other countries, if the cars are not taken care of during this time, it could lead to regular visits to the workshop.

To avoid huge expenses on car service in the future, it is essential to devote some time to upkeep and maintenance before winter arrives. Winter roads can be dangerous and having to drive somewhere during a winter storm can be a real burden.

Make sure your car is prepared for any winter storm or winter driving by servicing your car, driving safely, and packing a winter car emergency kit. 

Here are some easy ways for you to check your car and keep it prepared and ready for proper running even in adverse climates, especially during the winter season. 

Tyres

Checking the tyres is an easy task and can be performed with the naked eye. This manual and regular inspection can let you know of any possible damages on the tyre treads.

Air pressure variations and wearing out are the most common problems. In cold conditions, the air pressure can reduce in the tyres and driving a car in such conditions can lead to more wear and tear on the tyres.

So make sure you check your tyre pressure regularly.

Oil and fuel

From time to time, check the oil levels in the car. Do not wait for the tank to dry up to refill the fuel. Maintaining oil levels in the car is important as it protects the engine and helps the car run smoothly.

It is more important during the winter season to check the oil levels and replace the oil if running low as it will keep the engine not clogging up and perform better.

Lights

Winters can be foggy, especially when driving early or late in the day. Every once in a while, check whether your lights are clean- that includes the headlights, the tail lamps, the fog lamps, and the indicator lights.

You do not want to end up in a situation where you are unable to see clearly beyond a certain point on the road when driving. You also want your indicator lights to be seen by other vehicles. Clean the outside and get the insides of the light sections. Replace lamps if needed.

Wipers

Check on your wipers every now and then to make sure they are in good condition. When left unused for a while, wipers may not function smoothly.

This may lead to friction that can cause scratch marks on your windshield. To avoid this, especially during the winter, clean the wipers regularly and make sure there are no tears.

Also, ensure that the wiper fluids are changed or refilled.

Battery

One of the most common problems in winter has to do with the battery of the car. Check the battery for optimum performance when you visit the workshop.

A weaker battery may end up in a car breakdown and in winter it could be worse for you and your vehicle. Before the onset of the winter check for the battery condition and go for any replacements if needed.

Brakes

Last but not least is to check the condition of your breaks thoroughly. In winter the brake pads may go through more wear and tear. Listen to squealing sounds.

Check if your brake feels heavier when applied. During such times the brake pads may need to be replaced. Go to a workshop if need be and service the brake pads or replace them if needed.

If you take extra care of your car in adverse climates, the car will work well for you. Before the arrival of winter go through a naked-eye inspection, and also take your car for regular servicing.

Do not hesitate to replace important parts or get your car serviced for critical issues. It is always better to be safe and take ample precautions than to regret later.

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