The Worst Things You Can Do To Your Car
- Ignore the Check Engine Light - If the check engine light is on, that means SOMETHING IS WRONG WITH YOUR CAR. Go get it checked out before it costs you thousands of dollars to repair damages!
- Neglect Regular Maintenance - Want your car to last longer? Take care of it.
- Have Improper Tire Pressure - Improper tire pressure decreases fuel efficiency and speeds up the wear on the tire - both which cost you more money!
- Let Vehicle Run Low on Fluids - These can be easily checked during
scheduled maintenance, are a task that you can do at home, can be
checked by professional mechanics, and may be covered under a car's
warranty.
- Using Generic Replacement Parts - Cars are designed
to function with the quality parts that they were originally built
with.
- Ignore Transmission Issues - One of the most expensive mistakes you can make. Regular flushing of the transmission fluid lengthens its life and
prevents emergencies caused by ignoring transmission maintenance.
- Not Changing the Oil - Oil lubricates the engine,
lengthening its life and preventing damaging build up. It is part of a
scheduled maintenance plan and is easy to change.
- Leaving a Dirty Air Filter - Doesn't cost much to replace in comparison to how much it will if you don't. Both the
oxygen sensor and catalytic converter can become damaged if this filter
is not replaced.
- Using Unqualified Mechanic - Though work by an
unqualified mechanic may be cheaper, repairs that are not completed
properly can be immensely dangerous. Not only can they cause
malfunctions but they may result in accidents that can put drivers and
passengers at risk of injury.
- Driving Overheated - Continuing to drive while
overheated can eventually cause a crack in the engine block or a blown
gasket. Either of these scenarios will costs thousands to repair.
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