As winter approaches, there are certain things you should do to get your car ready for the colder weather. The temperatures in winter drop low enough to impact your tires, and other parts of your car need to be prepared before the cold and snow arrive, too. You can get all the INFINITI maintenance you need at your local INFINITI dealer.
Get Winter Tires
Lexington winters are snowy and have temperatures that often drop into the low 40s and below, so you need to replace your all-season tires with ones made for winter weather. All-season tires aren’t actually made for all seasons. They harden and lose traction when it gets too cold, making it risky to drive even on dry roads.
Winter tires don’t harden in cold weather because they’re made of a different rubber than summer and all-season tires. They also have deeper tread and more sipes, giving them the ability to drive through snow more easily than all-season and summer tires.
Get Your Car Battery Checked
It takes more power from your battery to get the engine started in cold weather, so if your battery is already on its last legs, then it’ll probably have trouble surviving through the cold season. Make sure you get a battery load test and other battery health checks to see if your battery is healthy enough to survive the winter. If it’s not, then replace the battery before the cold weather hits.
Inspect your battery throughout the winter for signs of corroded terminals and cables. If your battery dies regularly during winter, then visit the dealer to see if that battery needs to be replaced.
Get an Oil Change
Cold weather makes motor oil thicker, making it harder for the oil to do its job. Getting regular oil changes is essential to keep the car running smoothly. This is because old oil is thicker than fresh oil, so having oil that’s thickened by both age and cold weather definitely isn’t good for your car. It can’t properly cycle through your engine and lubricate all the parts in the engine if it’s too thick.
Get Your Belts and Hoses Checked
Cold weather can weaken the belts and hoses in your car, so have these components checked before the cold weather hits. If the belts and hoses are cracked or have other signs of weakening, then get them replaced before winter.
Get the Windshield Wipers Replaced
By winter, your windshield wiper blades are probably in need of replacing. Get new ones if needed, and make sure you have enough windshield wiper fluid for the season ahead. Using rubber-clad blades in winter is a good idea, as they’re great for getting ice off the windshield.
Ready to get started on your winter maintenance? Visit INFINITI of Lexington in Lexington, KY, or schedule a service appointment online today.
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