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Care Tips for a Sedentary Car

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Are you a remote worker who spends most of your day at home? Or, are you staying at home amidst the global Covid-19 pandemic? Whatever your reasons are for being at home, you’re probably not driving your vehicle as frequently as you used to. To ensure that your Nissan stays in good condition while it sits in your driveway, it’s important to check its components and take it on small drives around South Florida. Read below to learn the top 5 care tips for when your car is parked at home with HGreg Nissan Kendall, and feel free to contact us if you have any specific questions about how to care for your car!

Top 5 Tips for Car Care

As your vehicle sits unused in your South Miami driveway, it’s more likely to develop issues with its engine or general components over time. To ensure that your Nissan is ready when you get back on the road, it’s important to perform general checks and maintenance. HGreg Nissan Kendall has made a list of five easy steps you can take to ensure your Nissan stays in good health while you stay at home.

 

  • Keep The Battery Charged: The alternator in your car charges the battery as you drive, and if your vehicle has been sitting for a while, the charge in the battery can dissipate. An easy remedy for this is to let the car run for 10 minutes every couple of days in your Homestead driveway or take it for a short drive. If you plan on being home for an extended period of time, you may want to invest in a battery tender or trickle charger that you can plug into an outlet and connect to your battery to maintain its charge.
  • Drive Around The Block: Even short drives around your Pinecrest neighborhood are good for your car. These drives will not only recharge your battery, but it will get your vehicle’s fluids running and ensure none of your hoses or connections dry out. Taking your car for 10- to 20-minute drives will also ensure that rust doesn’t build up on your brakes rotors, causing bigger problems down the road. If you have multiple cars at your home, alternate taking them out for drives or to pick up your errands to make sure they’re all running properly.
  • Check The Fluids: As your vehicle sits, fluids will settle and some may separate since they’re not being mixed by moving through the engine. You should check your vehicle’s fluids once a month in general, but when your car has been sitting inactive for days or weeks on end, it’s a good idea to check them before you go for a drive to ensure all your levels are correct and that there’s no breakdown in fluids like your oil or transmission fluid.
  • Check Your Tire Pressure: Your tires are your connection to South Florida roads, and keeping them in good condition is critical to your safety while you drive. Tires that remain deflated for long periods of time can form flat spots. Flat spots compromise the integrity of your tires and could cause problems as you drive on the road. Check your tire pressure frequently to ensure your tires are at their correct PSI so they can support your vehicle and avoid damage.
  • Wash Your Vehicle: If you’re not using a car cover to protect your vehicle, washing your car at home or by taking it through an open car wash will prevent rust from forming and contaminants from damaging the paint on your Nissan. If you’re washing your vehicle at home, we recommend using soap that’s designated for car washing and a soft rag or a sponge that’s graded for the exterior paint on your vehicle.

These tips are easy to do and following them will ensure that your vehicle is safe and ready to get back on the road when you are!

Have Your Vehicle Serviced at HGreg Nissan Kendall!

Whether it’s time to have your Nissan serviced or if you notice an odd sound while driving on South Florida roads, you can schedule a service appointment online with HGreg Nissan Kendall. One of our certified service technicians will inspect your vehicle and wipe it down to ensure it’s cleanliness before giving it back to you. While you’re on our website, browse our service specials for savings on services like oil changes or tire rotations and read other service tips like how to clean your car floor mats!

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