Have you noticed that things seem to be heating up outside lately? Temps are rising, humidity is creeping back in, and the sun seems especially intense around midday. Summer is coming in hot (literally), and it's critical that your car is ready for the season. After all, it's a doozy here in Central Florida. Not only do we face intense heat and sun, but we also get pretty wicked thunderstorms on the regular. Toyota of Orlando's auto service techs are here with six easy car care tips on how to get your car prepped for all of the above.
Car care tips to get ready for summer
#1: Wax your car routinely. Wax is important all year round, but it's especially critical in the summer. A quality wax will help protect your car from the intense sun and harmful UV rays that can cause fading and other damage. Detail your car and wax it regularly; our Orlando car care specialists can help you find the right products.
#2: Take a peek under the hood. When was the last time you checked all the fluids under your hood? Your car will be working overtime in the heat, so you need to ensure that your oil, wiper fluid, coolant, transmission fluid, and brake fluid are all clean and full to ensure maximized performance.
#3: Give your tires some TLC. Your car tires take a beating in the summer - not only is the air especially hot, but the pavement is also scorching. You want them to be in the best shape possible and also inflated to the proper PSI to ensure that they can take the heat all summer long. Have our Toyota of Orlando car care techs take a peek at them before you hit the road, especially if you're going to be driving long distances or at high speeds.
#4: Test out your wipers. As we mentioned, summer in Orlando is notorious for wicked thunderstorms - we're talking downpours, high winds, thunder and lightning, the works. Make sure that your wiper blades are in the best condition possible so you have a clear field of vision. If they're squealing, smearing, or leaving streams, you need to shop for replacements.
#5: Consider splurging on accessories. Now is the time to take a selfish and splurge on tint for your car. Trust us, it's worth it. Tint will help protect your interior from fading AND keep the cabin much cooler. You might also want to consider shopping our Orlando Toyota parts store for a steering wheel cover, seat covers, and a sunshade to throw up in the windshield. All will help protect your car's interior from sun damage.
#6: Make sure your A/C is ice cold. Do it now. Like right now, so you're not stuck driving around with a broken A/C when it's scorching out this summer. Our Orlando car care experts highly recommend having your car A/C checked out before you hit the road this summer so you can stay cool all summer long.
Toyota of Orlando can help you prep
Need to schedule car care for your ride? Call Toyota of Orlando today! Our Toyota service center is open seven days a week at (407) 298-0001. We're conveniently located at 3575 Vineland Road, just off I-4 near the Millenia Mall!
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