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Top Ten Vital Car Checks
Jensen Fleet Solutions Ltd, 19A Ballymount Road Lower, Dublin
12www.jensenfleet.ieTel: 01 4605020email: [email protected]
The most important thing you can do to reduce the risk of a
breakdown is to get your car serviced to the manufacturers schedule
and specification.Beyond regular servicing the following simple car
checks will help you to enjoy safe, worry-free motoring.
TYRESKnow the correct tyre pressures for your car and check them
at least every two weeks using a good-quality gauge or garage
airline. Check tyre tread and condition look for cuts on sidewalls.
If there is one particular tyre that you find yourself having to
top-up regularly, it may have a slow puncture.Dont forget to check
the spare as well.TOOLKITCheck the handbook for the location of the
basic toolkit for the car that should contain at least a jack and
wheel removal tools. Familiarise yourself with the jacking points
used to lift the car safely.If locking wheel nuts are fitted make
sure that the toolkit includes the key or removal tool.
ENGINE OILCheck the dipstick at least every fortnight and before
any long journey, and have the oil and filter changed at
recommended service intervals using oil of the correct
specification. High oil consumption can indicate engine
problems.
WATERCheck the coolant level regularly and top up as necessary
but only when the engine is cold. Have the antifreeze concentration
checked before winter.Antifreeze prevents the build-up of corrosion
within the cooling system as well as stopping the coolant freezing
so is important all year round.
WIPERSWiper blades wear down over time and smear the windscreen
if they become worn. Replace them at least once a year for best
performance.SCREENWASHCheck and top up regularly its a legal
requirement that the system works. Use a good screenwash additive
through summer and winter water alone wont clear oily road grime
and freezes more readily in winter.
WINDSCREENCheck regularly for stone damage as this can impair
vision or distract attention. Minor chips can grow and crack the
glass but many can be repaired by a windscreen specialist.
LIGHTSCheck all lights dont forget indicators, brake and fog
lights. Clean lights regularly. In bad weather wipe them over with
a damp cloth during driving breaks.
POWER STEERINGEnsure that the fluid reservoir is checked at
every service, and check it yourself once a month. Top up only
using the correct hydraulic fluid as advised in the car
handbook.
BODYWORKDeal promptly with damage to bodywork to prevent rust
setting in. Many cars have extended bodywork warranty schemes,
which may require annual inspection at the dealer. Check that any
previous owner has kept records up to date.
To book a service please contact us on 01 4605020 or at
[email protected]
Going the extra mileJensen Fleet Solutions Ltd19A Ballymount
Road LowerDublin 12Tel: 01 4605020Email:
[email protected]
