AUTO CARE WITH DAMILARE: Car Fluids and their Maintenance
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Car Fluids and their maintenance
Hi TTB followers, welcome to Autocare
Your car does a lot of work to give you that comfort you deserve and it needs fluids to make certain system performs better, lets check them out
Engine Oil
Your engine needs oil to keep the moving parts lubricated. To check the oil , first take your car for a short drive, then wait about five minutes so it can cool down. Under the hood, the dipstick in the oil tank should be close to the front of the engine, near you. It’s usually pretty easy to find. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it with a cloth or towel, and then dip it all the way back into the oil tank. Pull it back out and see where the oil line is. There should be a notch in the dipstick to show you where a safe oil level should be. If it seems low, check the cap or your car manual for the type of oil you should use and then add some yourself. if you notice any particles or grittiness, components are likely wearing down, which is a major issue.
Also look at the colour of the oil. If it's a yellow or amber colour, you're good to go. If it's a darker coffee Colorado or black, it's time for an oil change, and if you see a milky colour that means coolant is leaking into the engine.
Transmission Fluid
Transmission fluid serves a similar purpose as oil in the engine: it lubricates and cools the components inside your transmission. Transmissions contain gears, clutches (even in automatics), and valves which must move smoothly to provide seamless shifts. While many transmissions come with "lifetime" fluid that should never need replacement, bad transmission fluid can cause rough shifting, strange noises, and uncontrolled surging that make driving difficult. To change the transmission fluid when necessary you'll need a professional help
Brake Fluid
Your brake fluid is pressurised and adds power to your braking and keeps you from running into other vehicles. The brake fluid reservoir is usually near the back of the engine compartment. Clean off the outside before you open the tank, as any dirt in the fluid can be dangerous in your system. To open the reservoir just unscrew the cap or use a screwdriver to pry off a clamp that may be holding it in place. Look inside to see where the fluid level is. It should be within about a half-inch of the cap. If it isn’t, check your manual to see what kind of fluid you should add. Also check the colour of the brake fluid—if it looks dark in colour, you should have a mechanic replace it.
Power Steering Fluid
If you've ever driven a classic car, likely the first things you noticed was the super heavy steering. Can you imagine trying to parallel park? Modern cars have upgraded to power steering to make manoeuvring easy at any speed, and many power steering systems are hydraulic, using pressurised fluid to make turning the wheel effortless (though some newer models now rely on electric steering). There's no set timeframe on when power steering fluid needs to be replaced, but you should still know how to check it.
Like with other fluids, look for either a dipstick or reservoir in the engine bay. The process is similar in that you'll remove the dipstick or check the markings on the reservoir. If the fluid is low just top it off, but it's essential to use the type specified for your vehicle to avoid damage. If you find that you're frequently adding fluid, it's likely there's a leak, and your car will become increasingly difficult to steer if it isn't addressed.
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Car Fluids and their maintenance
Hi TTB followers, welcome to Autocare
Your car does a lot of work to give you that comfort you deserve and it needs fluids to make certain system performs better, lets check them out
Engine Oil
Your engine needs oil to keep the moving parts lubricated. To check the oil , first take your car for a short drive, then wait about five minutes so it can cool down. Under the hood, the dipstick in the oil tank should be close to the front of the engine, near you. It’s usually pretty easy to find. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it with a cloth or towel, and then dip it all the way back into the oil tank. Pull it back out and see where the oil line is. There should be a notch in the dipstick to show you where a safe oil level should be. If it seems low, check the cap or your car manual for the type of oil you should use and then add some yourself. if you notice any particles or grittiness, components are likely wearing down, which is a major issue.
Also look at the colour of the oil. If it's a yellow or amber colour, you're good to go. If it's a darker coffee Colorado or black, it's time for an oil change, and if you see a milky colour that means coolant is leaking into the engine.
Transmission Fluid
Transmission fluid serves a similar purpose as oil in the engine: it lubricates and cools the components inside your transmission. Transmissions contain gears, clutches (even in automatics), and valves which must move smoothly to provide seamless shifts. While many transmissions come with "lifetime" fluid that should never need replacement, bad transmission fluid can cause rough shifting, strange noises, and uncontrolled surging that make driving difficult. To change the transmission fluid when necessary you'll need a professional help
Brake Fluid
Your brake fluid is pressurised and adds power to your braking and keeps you from running into other vehicles. The brake fluid reservoir is usually near the back of the engine compartment. Clean off the outside before you open the tank, as any dirt in the fluid can be dangerous in your system. To open the reservoir just unscrew the cap or use a screwdriver to pry off a clamp that may be holding it in place. Look inside to see where the fluid level is. It should be within about a half-inch of the cap. If it isn’t, check your manual to see what kind of fluid you should add. Also check the colour of the brake fluid—if it looks dark in colour, you should have a mechanic replace it.
Power Steering Fluid
If you've ever driven a classic car, likely the first things you noticed was the super heavy steering. Can you imagine trying to parallel park? Modern cars have upgraded to power steering to make manoeuvring easy at any speed, and many power steering systems are hydraulic, using pressurised fluid to make turning the wheel effortless (though some newer models now rely on electric steering). There's no set timeframe on when power steering fluid needs to be replaced, but you should still know how to check it.
Like with other fluids, look for either a dipstick or reservoir in the engine bay. The process is similar in that you'll remove the dipstick or check the markings on the reservoir. If the fluid is low just top it off, but it's essential to use the type specified for your vehicle to avoid damage. If you find that you're frequently adding fluid, it's likely there's a leak, and your car will become increasingly difficult to steer if it isn't addressed.
Post by: Oriyomi Oluwadamilare Dolapo
Facebook: Oriyomi Oluwadamilare Dolapo
Instagram: oo_oluwadamilare
Twitter: oo_damilare
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