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Do These When Your Car Has Been Idle

PertuaTheBestOil

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No movement and extensive parked and stationary storage can adversely affect your car’s appearance and performance. There are things to keep in mind and inspect to keep your ride in tip top shape. Internal and external issues need prompt action to avoid costly repairs and clean ups when you hit the road again.

Internally, you would want to keep moisture in check to avoid rust and dried out rubber and plastic components. Under the hood and the under carriage, the main things to check are your
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Fuel – It’s key to keep your fuel tank full to avoid moisture build up and rusting of your tank and pump. When rust and moisture build-up, the filter, lines and jets could get clogged.

Brakes – Long term storage means your calipers, shoes and pads can get stuck-up. It is best to disengage the parking brakes and use wooden chucks or large stones to keep the vehicle from rolling off uneven pavements. Inspect fluid and look for leaks and top up when necessary.

Engine ***** and fluids –
You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now. and other fluids keep your moving parts conditioned and protected. Inspect levels and top up engine oil, coolant, power steering and brake fluids if need be You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.
 

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