<\/figure>\n\n\n\nYou must correctly maintain the pressure levels recommended by the manufacturer. You should always be very aware of the appearance of vibrations and noises, of abnormal wear (greater in some areas than in others), of any strange behavior detected during braking. The time may have come for a change and we may even be notified of failures in other security-related components. ASETRA recommends going to a specialist at least once a year if the tires have been installed for more than four years, when the annual mileage does not exceed 14,000 kilometres. If more kilometers are done, it is advisable to visit the workshop before.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
5. Brakes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n With the brakes in poor condition we will need more meters to stop the car in any emergency. The wear of the components of the brake system depends a lot on the characteristics of the driving and also on the usual way in which the vehicle travels (traffic jams in cities, mountain routes, with many curves, etc.).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Therefore, it is very important that this system is reviewed by a specialist at least once a year . It is not easy to detect it, since the brake components deteriorate little by little and, unless the difference is very marked (it goes to one side, it takes time to \u201creact\u201d, noises, squeaks, etc.), in which case the step by the workshop must be immediate. We have already talked about how to keep the brakes in good condition .<\/p>\n\n\n\n
6. Lubricants<\/h2>\n\n\n\n Lubricants minimize the wear of engine parts, channel the metal particles arising from this wear to the filter, help cooling and prevent tiny leaks in the circuit due to their sealing properties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe shelf life of lubricants has been greatly increased in modern cars. 20 years ago, the average change was around 5,000-8,000 kilometres, but today vehicle manufacturers speak of more spaced replacements, over 30,000 kilometers for their new models… although delaying the change of more than 15,000 kilometers lubricants causes the engine to suffer excessively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Workshops recommend checking the level of the lubricant tank (every 1,500 kilometres), an excellent practice that saves a lot of frights… and saves trouble and money. If you must replace, choose the type of lubricant recommended by the vehicle manufacturer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
7. Lighting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n Your vehicle’s headlights allow you to see… and be seen. It is no longer compulsory to carry spare lamps in the car (due to the difficulty of mounting them and even the electrical risks that the change operation may entail in certain vehicles), we must not forget that it is compulsory to maintain the lighting and signaling in optimal conditions .<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To do this, it is a good idea to check every month that all the lights are working properly (position, dipped beam, high beam, brake, reverse gear, turn signals and fog lights) and keep their outer surfaces free of mud and dirt . Likewise, whenever any irregularity is detected (a drop in intensity, for example) a specialist should be consulted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
8. Exhaust system and catalysts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n Exhaust systems have a double mission in caring for the environment: they must reduce polluting emissions and the noise of the gases leaving the engine. Its deterioration cannot be avoided, due to its hard work, especially when driving a lot through cities or on irregular surfaces. You will notice leaks or corrosion due to a lack of engine power and increased lubricant consumption .<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nLikewise, and as indicated by the main manufacturers, driving with catalytic converters ( highly demanded by friends of the alien ) or faulty exhaust pipes can increase the risk of vehicle fire and cause suffocation and poisoning in closed places.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The catalysts stop covering their protective function of the environment at 80,000 km, so it is worth checking them after 60,000 kilometers . To avoid damaging it, it is advisable to avoid getting on curbs and warm up the vehicle by keeping the car idling for a couple of minutes before starting off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
9. Timing belt<\/h2>\n\n\n\n The timing belt synchronizes the four strokes of the engine, the opening and closing of the intake and exhaust valves, and the spark of the spark plug. It is very important to follow the advice of the vehicle manufacturer because, as it is an element that wears out, its breakage can cause serious and expensive damage to the engine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is practically impossible for an average driver to detect its deterioration (you can always pay attention ), so the best forecast is to replace it with an average unit based on the intervals recommended by the manufacturer. And if you have to buy a new (or used) car, know the differences between the timing belt and the timing chain .<\/p>\n\n\n\n
10. Environment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n Some of the parts that are replaced in vehicles are considered hazardous waste and are highly polluting (in addition to being considered a crime). Vehicle repair and maintenance workshops comply with strict regulations for the correct recovery and recycling of waste. If you change any component, go to the nearest clean point . And if you plan to retire your car , do it responsibly.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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