Finally, the summer is over and fall is here! And whether the first cold snap is only weeks or still months away, this is a great time to take advantage of the milder fall weather by popping the hood and winterizing your car. A task that is critical to fall car care is cooling system maintenance.
A recent survey by the National Car Care Council showed that more than 70 percent of motorists do not winterize their cars in preparation for the colder months ahead. Perhaps that's why cooling system failure is the number one cause of engine-related roadside breakdowns. Follow these Fall Car Care Tips from AutoZone, and you'll be ready for whatever weather lies ahead.
Flush and fill your cooling system.
Performing a routine flush and fill is quick and easy, and it's cheap insurance against engine failure. The National Car Care Council recommends doing this every two years or 24,000 miles for most vehicles. Don't assume that simply draining your radiator is enough. To do the job right, you need to flush the system with a radiator flush product, not just plain water, to remove stubborn rust, grease, and sediment.
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Also, when you see that the hoses and hose clamps of the radiator have brittle, spongy, or bulging areas replace it immediately. Make sure that you are using new clamps for your new hoses because these are your last line of defense against leaks or pressure loss.
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