Safety 10 Tips to Keep Your Car

Rain - Ready
1. CHECK THE TYRES :
Most accidents are a result of worn-out tyres as they
tend to skid on wet or muddy stretches. Replace the
old tyres and get the balance and alignment of the
wheels checked before the monsoon.

2. CHANGE BRAKE OIL :

Replace the brake fluids and make sure they don't
leak. The brake drums need to be checked too for
wear and tear. Test your brakes before driving on a
rainy day.

6. CHECK THE AC :
The AC should be run on
the defog mode a few
times before setting out
on a rainy day. Sudden
fogging of the windshield
becomes a major hazard
during the monsoon.
3. USE ANTI-CORROSION PAINT :
Get a fresh coat of anti-rust paint applied on the 7. ENSURE WINDSHIELD WASHER
under-chassis. Also, get a wax coating done to the TANK ISN'T EMPTY :
car body just before the monsoon. Windshields become muddy with dirty water splashing
onto them while driving. It is advisable to wash them
4. CLEAN THE WIPERS, WINDSCREENS : when you stop at a traffic signal. Top the washer with
clean water to ensure you don't run out of it.
Replace the wiper pads to ensure a clean windshield
even during heavy rain. You can also install a rear
wiper for a better rearview. 8. KEEP A CAR DRIER READY :
Keep a vacuum cleaner or a drier in the car so that
5. CHECK THE LIGHTS : you can dry the seats and the mats. Also keep a car
perfume at hand.
Check the headlights, indicators, reverse indicators
and tail lamps as well.Your vehicle needs to be
visible to those approaching you during a heavy 9. KEEP SPARE SEAT COVERS & MATS :
shower. Seat covers and mats are the ones that get damaged
the most during the rainy season. So, keep spare
pairs ready.

10. CHECK FOR SEEPAGES :

An overnight rain might lead to seepages through the
doors and glasses. Get the rubber stoppers replaced,
if needed.
Source : Times of India

12 PETRO PLUS June 2015