Easy Ways to Prepare Your Car for Winter

Is the defroster button on your car window functional? Great! Are you prepared with a sturdy snow brush and ice scraper? Awesome! You're off to a good start, but there are a few extra quick tests and do-it-yourself winterization projects you may do.

This brief checklist will assist you in winterizing your car and may save you some time and aggravation down the line. As usual, consult your owner's handbook for detailed information regarding your vehicle's components and how to perform these checks properly.

1 - Assemble an Emergency Winter Kit

Storing a winter emergency kit in your car, particularly as the cold season approaches, provides peace of mind when travelling in inclement weather, not to mention how grateful you will be to have it if you ever get trapped.

2 - Inspect and Prepare Your Tyres

Winter tyres are required in certain places (B.C. and Quebec) at this time of year. It is highly suggested that you have the proper tyres in every other province and territory if you want to drive in winter conditions.

Regardless of whether you opt to replace your normal tyres with snow tyres or not, it is critical to check tyre pressure periodically as the temperature cools. Low tyre pressure is prevalent in cold weather situations, as the air in your tyres expands and contracts in response to temperature fluctuations.

3 - Ensure the Longevity of Your Paintwork

With temperatures plummeting due to the winter weather, you may want to reconsider where you park your car. Exposure to the ice-cold elements is not ideal, and repeatedly brushing snow and scraping ice off your automobile may also cause scratches. Some kind of shelter may help preserve the gleaming outside of your car.

We recommend emptying your garage to make a place for your car if you have one. If you lack access to a garage, investing in a high-quality auto cover may be worthwhile.

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4 - Under-the-hood inspections

When it comes time to open the hood, two considerations must be made: the battery and the fluids.

a - The Battery

If you're unsure when you last checked your battery, you may want to do it soon. Car batteries that have reached the end of their useful life often expire when temperatures drop, so stay ahead of the issue with a fast battery check.

b - Fluids

When the calendar turns to the cooler months, you'll want to ensure that your hydration levels are monitored (and refilled as necessary). Your winter to-do list should include oil, coolant, brake fluid, and window washer fluid.

5 - Ensure that your wiper blades are in good condition

When you're on the road, visibility is critical. Regrettably, wiper blades lose their efficiency more quickly than most people believe.

When streaks appear on the windshield after each swipe, it's probably time to replace your blades, but you can always try washing the rubber off with a towel to see if it helps performance.

So, once you have acquired the car you desired for so many years by purchasing it from vehicles for sale, the maintenance of this vehicle also matters, especially during the winters. Follow the above tips for the winter care of your car.