Thursday, September 27, 2012

Volvo Car Maintenance



What you must do, once in a month, is to check up you car yourself! Fluids are an important part of your Volvo car. Make sure that all the fluids are up to the top line and that the oil is lubricating the car system properly. Take care of the radiator coolant, the brake fluid, the oil levels, the windshield washer fluid, your power steering fluid, your Hydraulic Clutch fluid, and your Automatic Transmission fluid. The last three may not apply to most cars, but for those who do have it, it is important to maintain them properly.

 
Coolant leaks are common in cars which have weak or old radiator hoses. Locate the radiator hose in your car and make sure that there are no fissures, tears or tattered ends. If there are, you need to change them immediately. Squeeze the hoses, when the engine is cold and see whether they are brittle. Also, check the clamps and make sure the hoses cannot be turned. The hoses should not be wet or damp there either. If they are, either tighten the clamps or replace them.

Check your Volvo belts as well. They are very important, and loose or broken belts are very hard to manage. The belts are generally located at the front of the engine. Usually, the number of belts depends on the car itself. They operate the fan, air conditioner, alternator, water pump and the smog pump. Press down on the longest part of the belt, between the pulleys with your thumb. Check the manual that comes along with the car, to check the tension of the belts. Make sure that the tension is the same. Otherwise, replace them.
Your engine is the most important part of the car and it is equally important to take proper care of it. Every now and then, open the hood of your car, and take a look at your engine. It is possible to find leaks simply by looking over. Make sure that none of the fluids are leaking and if they are repair them. Look under the engine and under the car as well with the help of a flashlight. Make sure that there is no dampness sticking to an area.

There are other things you can do to keep your Volvo in tip-top condition. Examine the battery of the car for cable end for corrosion, make sure that all the lights are in perfect condition and occasionally start your car with the hood up and making sure it sounds all right. Regularly check the windshield wipers, and the tire pressure. Make sure the tires don't have glass, nails or lesions in them.


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6 comments:

  1. Your blog about Volvo is informative . Volvo has many nice features , good mileage, high quality driving etc . People love Volvo and customer are getting many facility from Volvo Companies. I have bought Volvo v40 which is small family car . We really enjoy to drive Volvo car.

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  2. Thanks Adam! We are glad you are enjoying our blog. Any questions you have about your Volvo give us a call (858) 586-7771 Our Certified Volvo Master Tech Eric is always available for consultation.

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  3. Always see to it that the tires’ air pressure is in optimal level, since this would help their traction capability. Flat tires would need more energy to run, since there is a large surface area that is in contact with the road. Conversely, too much air in the tires would risk them to burst, so it would be best to always check the tire pressure.

    Patrick Montgomery

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  4. Great comment, Patrick! Part of our oil change service we check optimal tire pressure among others as part of our complimentary multipoint inspection.

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  5. I couldn’t agree more! Maintaining a Volvo doesn’t have to be pricey if you know your way around it. In my case, I regularly clean and refit my Volvo’s Electronic Throttle Module (ETM) to avoid compromising my safety on the road. :]

    - Michelina Douglass

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  6. Volvo cars are truly magnificent, so if you really want to keep yours in tip-top condition, you have to perform regular maintenance. Well, you don’t necessarily need to bring it in a car service center every time. Just make sure that you always inspect your car – from its exterior, interior, and up to its hidden parts and components. If you noticed something wrong, let a mechanic examine it right away.

    Enoch Ross

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