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Fit for spring: the spring check for the car!

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Recently updated on September 22, 2023 at 08:07 am

Fit for spring: the spring check for the car!

With spring comes the time for a thorough one Spring Cleaning from the car. However, preparing the car for the nice weather involves more than just going through the Car wash drive and change tires. In order for the car to be fit for spring, there are a few points to consider. Frost and road salt from winter not only put a strain on the roads, but also on the vehicles. The cold, uncomfortable weather can take its toll on the car. That is why it is all the more important to carry out an extensive spring check as soon as the last snow has melted and the temperatures constantly (even at night) rise above zero degrees.

Thorough car wash as a basis!

The first step for a thorough spring check is to drive to the car wash or to a car wash. A crust of salt and dirt forms on the vehicle over the winter. This should definitely be removed from the body before it causes damage. But before the real car wash starts, you should have a good one prewash regard. Without these, scratches and damage to the paintwork can occur, especially in the car wash, due to the rubbing of dirt particles. And in combination with the spring wash comes the question of one Underbody washing on. This is good for removing salt and other winter residues.

Attention:

  • In many cases, however, an underbody wash is unnecessary. Especially with older vehicles there is a risk of moisture penetrating the car. And newer vehicles usually have plastic paneling on the underbody. This means that washing is no longer necessary in many cases, or at least not urgently necessary. Because even a long drive on the motorway in the rain can clean the underbody. the By the way, it is best to clean wheel housings with a high-pressure cleaner to prevent rusting. In addition, washing the engine does not damage the car. However, this should be carried out by a specialist in order to avoid damage.

Fit for spring: the spring check for the car!

The right paint care

After thorough cleaning of the car, a Lacquer sealing take place. This protects the car from UV rays from the sun or annoying pollen in summer. The paint seal lasts for different lengths of time depending on the provider. The usual sealing in the car wash usually protects the paintwork for a month. Hard wax seals protect the car for about three to six months and seals from professionals up to a year.

interior cleaning

The car spring cleaning includes not only the laundry outside, but also the cleaning of the interior. This includes, on the one hand, general interior cleaning and, on the other hand, cleaning the car windows. The panes in particular have to be cleaned thoroughly to remove all the dirt. A film of dirt and grease often forms on the inner windshield and needs to be removed. For a streak-free and clean view outside, you should clean the panes with a glass cleaner. In addition to cleaning the windows, the footwell should also be cleaned and dried. At the same time, simply replace the rubber floor mats, if possible. The winter rubber mats can easily be replaced with summer mats made of fabric.

Fit for spring: the spring check for the car!

Control - What needs to be checked?

The car is now cleaned, but still not completely fit for the upcoming summer. This also includes checking the most important functions and whether they have survived the cold, the salt and all the inconveniences of winter unscathed.

Lighting

  • The lighting inside and outside must be fully functional. Simply test each light once. You should also pay attention to external damage to the lamps. Salt and grit may have damaged the headlights themselves or their housing. Any LED daytime running lights that have been retrofitted, the fog lights and the main headlights are particularly vulnerable. If a headlight is defective, you can find the right one online Spare Parts Find. Often the exchange is even possible on your own. But the windscreen should also be checked. on what? on Falling rocks!

Brakes

  • The brakes must also be checked regularly. The spring check is perfect for this. Due to the tire change, the condition of the brake system at the front and rear can be checked quickly. This ensures their own safety and that of others.

liquid levels

  • During the spring check one must not forget the fluids from the vehicle. These should be available in sufficient quantity. If this is not the case, please fill it up immediately or have it filled up. The liquids include: Motor oil, cooling water, brake fluid, windscreen wiper system. As a rule, these liquids can also be refilled by laypersons without any problems. However, if brake fluid is missing, then you should consult a professional to determine the reason.

Windshield wiper

  • Snow, ice and cold are extremely hard on windshield wipers in winter. Because of all the hardships of winter, the rubber sheets can become brittle and tear. If the blades are greasy or the rubber is brittle, it is high time to replace the windscreen wipers or at least have them trimmed once.

Changing a tire - that's how it works

If the vehicle is not equipped with all-season tires, the switch to summer tires is due in the spring. The perfect time is the days around Easter or when the temperatures constantly above seven degrees lie. Summer tires have more grip than winter tires when temperatures rise. Before changing, however, you should check the condition of the tires and measure the tread depth. If the profile is too low, the tires must be replaced with new ones. Info: It is worth checking the tread depth of winter tires when changing a wheel. So you know from the outset whether new tires are due in winter. Winter tires should still have at least four millimeters of tread depth. A minimum tread depth of three millimeters is sufficient for summer tires.

Fit for spring: the spring check for the car!

The legal requirement for the minimum tread depth is even just 1,6 mm. However, this represents the absolute minimum and should not be exhausted. And of course changing tires also includes checking the tire pressure. Here the ACTUAL condition should be compared with the recommended pressure for your vehicle. You can find the exact tire pressure information either in the fuel filler flap, in the operating instructions, in the on-board computer or on the driver's or passenger's door. The right tires and tire pressure ensure that you drive with less fuel consumption and less wear and tear. And for a positive effect when refueling, also remove unnecessary cargo from the vehicle that is not needed in the summer. These include snow chains and ice scrapers. That also saves fuel. Now the summer can come.

Fit for spring: the spring check for the car!

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