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Costly Car Repair Mistakes You Need To Avoid



Posted on May 25, 2014 by admin No Comments
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Costly car repairs are not something that any car owner enjoys. But, there are a few things that you can do to make sure that you avoid unnecessary ones. Routine maintenance on you foreign car, is important to keep it in top shape. Keeping the performance up not only keeps your car running properly, but it also gives you peace of mind. Here are a few mistakes you need to make sure you do not make!

Not changing the oil regularly.

Refer to your cars owner manual. This should recommend changing the oil at specific intervals, sometimes as high as every 10,000 miles, or when an oil monitoring sensor indicates that it is time to do so. The first step in keeping your oil changed is knowing what is recommended for your vehicle. Once you know the recommendations, make your self a reminder to schedule an appointment for your oil to be changed  by a qualified repair shop.

Not checking tire pressure.

Tires naturally lose pressure over time and due to weather conditions. Tires that are low on air can compromise fuel economy and safety. The tires will wear faster and need to be replaced sooner. This resulting in extra cost for the owner.  Low tire pressure also impacts steering and suspension, which can result in costly repairs too. Saving yourself money by simply checking your tire pressure.

Not changing the fuel and air filters.

Fuel and air filters are relativity small, inexpensive parts to replace during regularly scheduled services. When they get clogged, they can create a world of trouble. Dirty air or fuel filters can cause various sensors on a car to fail, resulting in a repair bill that can cost you hundreds of dollars.

Not checking coolant, brake, transmission and other fluids.

While oil is the vital fluid to the proper operation of your engine, there are fluids critical to keeping your car running well. The owner’s manual will have a list of recommendations for how often to service these components. Delaying or ignoring these fluids,  could result in damage not just to the specific component but to the engine.

Keeping these common costly car repair mistakes in mind, have you made your next appointment with your local forgin car repair shop?

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