Hyundai Service Tasks to Prepare Your Car for Winter

Winter weather is approaching quickly, and drivers in the Northeastern US know more than anyone how much snow, ice, and low temperatures can affect your vehicle. Here are some tips for winterizing your car from our Sansone Hyundai service center.

1. Tire Maintenance

As your only point of contact with the road, tires are one of the most important parts of your vehicle and should be maintained accordingly. Make sure the pressure is correct, as underinflated tires can be dangerous on icy or snowy roads.

You should also check your tires’ tread to ensure there is still plenty of tread depth left. You can try the “penny test”—take a penny and put it upside-down into your tire tread. If you can see the top of Lincoln’s head, it’s time to replace the tires.

2. Change Fluids

Extreme temperatures can wreak havoc on your Hyundai vehicle’s internal systems. That’s why it’s important to check crucial functions, such as your vehicle’s fluids. The cold can cause them to flow slowly, putting stress on the engine and other vital Hyundai parts. An oil change and antifreeze refresh are always a good idea as the temperatures drop to avoid any unforeseen issues with the cold.

3. Check Your Heat

There’s nothing worse than getting into a freezing car and realizing that your heat doesn’t work properly. If you end up stranded in the snow somewhere, a lack of proper heating can be dangerous. Our service technicians can inspect your heating system to ensure you don’t run into any issues in the cold.

4. Inspect Battery

Most drivers know that cold weather decreases your car’s battery capacity, but it’s still not uncommon to see plenty of cars getting jump-started as frigid weather arrives. One of our Sansone Hyundai professionals can inspect your battery, its fluid, and its cables to help prevent electrical issues.

To learn more about how you can winterize your vehicle, contact our New Jersey Hyundai service center today. Our trained technicians will ensure that your car is ready to tackle cold weather.

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