Winter is fast approaching in our country and we should be prepared for it. Our cars require special attention during this chilling time and we need to take good care of them. North India in our India is also one of the most coldest regions in our country. Find out below about Winter Car Care Tips for North India
This is one of the most important and the simplest car tip to follow. During the winters, it is imperative that you warm up your vehicle before you start moving. Many articles suggest that the necessity of warming up your car before moving is a myth.
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While it is true that the mechanical components inside have evolved to a great extent and are not prone to the problems that older cars suffered from. However, warming up the car before moving is still a recommended ritual. Warming up your car keeps all the necessary components of your car up and running. Idling your car 3-5 minutes goes a long way in ensuring and increasing the overall life of your engine.
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Snow chains, or tire chains, are devices fitted to the tires of vehicles to provide maximum traction when driving through snow and ice. It is advisable to use snow chains on all the four tires of the vehicle. There are different snow chains available for every budget customer. Metal chains tend to give drivers more control but they can damage roads. You should also check the correct size of the snow chain thus avoiding standing on the road.
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If your car battery’s charge is low or close to depletion, the battery has a good chance of dying off during winter. Distilled water is present inside the battery which plays a key role in the chemical reaction occurring inside. If this distilled water freezes during the reaction, it can cause permanent, irreplaceable damage to the cells.
The primary signs of battery damage are improper functioning of electrical systems. Startup troubles, weak/flickering lights, non-functioning of cabin lights or audio systems are the core indications of battery problems. Every time cold is not the problem but better to take care. More about Winter Car Care tips below.
While fog isn’t a common phenomenon across India, it is particularly common in the Northern regions. During the occurrence of fog, the primary effect it has on your driving is visibility. Hence you must ensure that your lighting systems are in the best of health. The base variants cars sold the most in India but they do not come with fog lamps in majority of the cases. Thus it become absolutely necessary to consider an aftermarket option.
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This green coloured liquid present in your car is a double saviour. It works to keep the engine cool during the summers, thus coolant. But the same liquid also works to keep the engine warm during winters thus also known as anti-freeze. When the temperatures reduce, the chemicals present in this liquid, ensure that the engine doesn’t freeze up and jam. Basically, this fluid works round the clock ensuring that the temperature inside the engine is always regulated and optimum. Thus you should always ensure that enough amount of liquid is present to keep your car in its best shape.
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