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Although you have had years of practice in driving on the road, long trips can be daunting. Whether it\u2019s for the reason that you\u2019re strange with your surroundings or because you\u2019re putting confidence into your car, hopeful that it can survive with hundreds of miles, there are a few things that you can check before having a long journey to bring you confidence.<\/p>\n
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Oil is the fluid that lubricates your engine and put off friction occurring. The oil level on your car should be inspected at least once a month and before every time you make a long journey. If your car runs out of oil when on the road, you may smash up the engine itself \u2013 a restore can be costly. You may also find that the car constantly stalls as the friction approaching from the engine is overheating your car. You can inspect your car\u2019s oil level by taking out the dipstick and cleaning it with a lint-free material, such as a piece of kitchen roll. Then, re-insert the dipstick, take it out again and see where the oil reaches to. If the result doesn\u2019t fall among the two marks on the dipstick, more oil will need to be added before you set off.<\/p>\n
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You should also\u00a0check that your tyres\u00a0meet the legal requirements prior to making a long journey and make sure that you have an extra to swap any tyres that may be damaged while on the trip.<\/p>\n
Alongside this, you should also check your tyre pressure, which you can do yourself using a pressure gauge. The suggested pressure does be at variance from manufacturer to manufacturer. Keeping your pressure as close to the recommended level is vital as it boosts to longevity of your tyres, and ensures that they\u2019re operating safely.<\/p>\n
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The lights are frequently one of the most forgotten elements of a car but they\u2019re questionably the mainly dangerous if not operating correctly. Before you make a long journey, you should double-check that all of your external lights are working properly. Ask somebody to walk around the car while you turn the lights on and off. Indicators, brake lights and sidelights should all be tested.If you spot a missing light or one that flashes intermittently, replace the bulb before your trip.<\/p>\n
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Another significant thing to check before making a long road trip is how much windscreen washer is in the storage compartment of your car. Despite sounding like a small thing to check, not having enough detergent can be the reason of serious accidents as you may be left powerless to see through your windscreen. The level of your windscreen washer can be checked by lifting the bonnet of your car and locating the reservoir.<\/p>\n
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Check your brake reservoir for the color of the fluid, and make sure that it is topped up to the \u201cfull\u201d mark. If you haven\u2019t had a flush in two or three years, get one before you leave. Water-laden brake fluid also lowers the fluid\u2019s boiling point. A lowered boiling point can lead to a squishy brake pedal, which may give more excitement than you want while descending out of the Rockies with a 24-foot camper in tow. If your car is newer, it may be running DOT5 fluid, which is silicon-based and not subject to water absorption. Still, you will want to flush this fluid per the recommendations in your owner\u2019s manual.<\/p>\n
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If the battery in your car is more than a few years old, make sure that the terminals are corrosion-free and the positive and negative leads are tight. If your starter sounds sluggish, it\u2019s either corrosion or a dying battery. Don\u2019t wait to be trapped with a dead battery. If it\u2019s not a sealed, maintenance-free battery, have a gas station test the electrolytes. If it is sealed, they can ensure the output voltage. If there is corrosion \u2013 white chalky stuff on the terminals \u2013 clean it off with a wire cable-brush available at your local parts store. Secure the leads tightly. If one falls off while you are driving, it can cause a harmful \u201cvoltage dump\u201d that can kill the alternator, so make sure the whole thing is tight.<\/p>\n
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Do a quick run up to listen for noises, feel for shakes, and watch for trouble signs in the gauges. Don\u2019t take for granted everything is fine just since you drive your car every day. This is a test, not a travel, so focus on your car. Do you hear grinding or moaning from the wheels? That could be a bad wheel bearing or a worn CV joint. Does the car pull? Check for alignment problems or worn tires. Does it shimmy or squeal under braking? Might be warped rotors or worn pads. Does the brake pedal feel soft? Might mean worn pads or bad fluid. Do the headlights flicker at idle? It\u2019s probably a loose alternator belt, a dying alternator or corroded battery terminals.
\nAt the same time as there are many components on your vehicle that you should check before making a long journey, it\u2019s also essential to confirm that you are ready for the drive. Memorize to take usual breaks and keep hydrated \u2013 you\u2019ll be there very soon!<\/p>\n
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