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Easy, Do-It-Yourself Car Care Tips for Your Summer Road Trip

What Are the Top 5 Summer Car Care Tips and Tricks?

Are you and your family planning a road trip in the Dallas-Fort Worth area this summer? Gear up and get your pre-owned BMW X5 ready for summer travel with this overview that tackles the question – what are the top 5 summer car care tips and tricks? Take a look at a few easy, do-it-yourself car care tips that will make sure your family adventure goes off without a hitch this summer.


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Check the Tires 

Nothing will slow down your summer road trip faster than a flat tire, making it imperative that you check your tires before you hit the road this summer. Make sure to check the tire pressure, tread depth and look for debris when you get ready for summer travel. It is also important to know how many miles you can drive on BMW run-flat tires in case of an emergency.  

Check and Change the Oil 

We have all ignored an impending oil change at some point. Make sure you check and change your oil before you embark on your family adventure this summer. Keep an eye on oil fluid levels, watch for oil leaks and change the oil filter to ensure you enjoy peak performance this summer. 

Check Coolant and Fluid Levels 

Do not get caught in the Texas sun this summer, stuck on the side of the road with an engine that has overheated. It is important to check engine coolant and fluid levels before you depart to ensure that your engine does not seize up in the middle of your road trip. Make sure to check coolant, power steering fluid and windshield wiper fluid. 

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Check and Change Windshield Wipers 

Few things are more dangerous than driving in a summer thunderstorm with windshield wipers that will not work or have damaged blades that leave streaks. Double check the condition and operation of your windshield wiper blades before you hit the road to ensure that everything is in proper working order.

Check the Air-Conditioning System 

Unless you are new to the area, you understand how hot it gets in Texas in the summer and you do not want to get caught with a climate control system that will not work. Make sure to check your air-conditioning system for any leaks or malfunctions this summer so you can get the system repaired before you leave on vacation. 


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What are the top 5 summer car care tips and tricks? Ensure that your pre-owned Mercedes-Benz E-Class will deliver peak performance when you hit the road this summer with this list of quick, easy car care tips at Autos of Dallas. Visit the Autos of Dallas inventory this summer to find your dream car at a dream price!