Spring Car Care Tips

Its that time of year again, April celebrates National Car Care Month.  The Service department here at Mercedes-Benz of White Plains would like to offer a quick and easy checklist to help your car running at optimal performance leading into the summer.

Motor Oil: A must have

That harsh winter and the cold temperatures we just endured can wreak havoc on an engine if its not cared for properly.  Quality motor oil is a must in order to protect your vehicle from these varying temperatures. 

Historically, when the weather gets nicer more drivers take to the highway as the roadways begin to become more and more congested.  Heavy stop-and-go driving is a direct result from the increase in drivers on the road, and these extreme conditions call for a motor oil that will protect their engine from the heat and wear.  Some carmakers suggest changing to a heavier oil to help your vehicle’s engine perform more efficiently during the warmer weather.

Pick a Date to Inflate:

As the weather gets warmer and temperatures increase, tire pressure changes. Under-inflated tires reduce a vehicle's fuel efficiency by an average of 3.3 percent. Tires should be checked monthly to make sure that they are inflated to manufacturers' recommendations, which can typically be found on the vehicle door placard or in the glove box. Be sure to avoid over-inflating the tires, as this can lead to premature or irregular tire wear.

Remember that your tires should also be rotated roughly every 5,000 – 10,000 miles and it can extend the life of your tires significantly by reducing wear.

Spring Cleaning

Road salt can damage your vehicles undercarriage by eating away or corroding the metal. A thorough cleaning at a car wash should do the trick.  As we all know easy it is to let all your stuff pile up in the back seat of your car, especially in the cold months.  Clean out all the clutter, it’s worth it.

Check up’s

Check your battery and plugs. Make sure your battery posts and connections are clean.  Spark plugs fire as many times as 3 million every 1,000 miles.

Check radiator and gas caps.  Tight fitting caps on the radiator and gas tank are important. Radiator caps can corrode and deteriorate, so it’s a good idea to replace yours as often as you flush the cooling system.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the health of your vehicle contact us at:
(877) 221-6690