When your car is exposed to extreme heat, some functions may fail, resulting in a stoppage. While most people think that cars car are safe under hot conditions is quite the opposite. Failing to prepare your vehicle for the last hit can be the reason why you are stranded on the roadside. The Mitsubishi company offers a guide on ways to make your car for extreme heat to keep it running smoothly.
Batteries check
The driver mainly focuses on batteries damages caused by cold weather conditions and forgets the damage extreme heat causes. When a car battery vibrates while being exposed to heat, internal breakdowns occur, leading to failure. Fast evaporation of the water in cells leads to the corrosion of terminals. Mitsubishi recommends checking the battery to remove any corrosive build-up. The clamps should be tightened to reduce the vibrations.
Older batteries should also be inspected by a technician to determine its life span. A technician will guide you fi your battery needs a replacement.
- Keep Your Engine Cool
When exposed to hot conditions, engines tend to overwork; thus, they heat up very fast. A driver has its cooling system that also protects the internal component from wear and tear. When the system is overworked, it may fail to perform the cooling functions leading to engine failure.
Ensure you flush and replace the cooling system periodically or as directed by Mitsubishis. Between flushes, ensure you check the level of the coolant and refill it if it’s low. The overflow reservoir should also be topped up with water and the coolant that Mitsubishis specifies. For modern cars, the coolant should be replaced after 50,000 miles or after operating for five years. Coolant in older car versions should be replaced after 24000miles or two years.
The rubber in the cooling system when under high temperature is subjected to wear and tear. It would be best if you inspected them to ensure they are not worn out.
3 Avoid Excessive Heat Where the Rubber Meets the Road
Most drivers lack the basics of inflating car tires. When tiers are under-inflated, especially in hot conditions, the cars become challenging to handle, especially the braking system. This can result in a breakdown
Always double check your tires before going on the road. Mitsubishi provides a guide that can help you know you have the right tire pressure. The front and back tires use different weights, so you should always look at the manual guide.
- Cars Need Fluids during Extreme Heat Too
Engine fluids ensure the car runs smoothly by providing lubrication. The fluids also act as a coolant to the engine. Low fluids in the motor increase the possibility of your vehicle overheating hence failing. All fluids should be kept at the appropriate levels for smooth transmission and car handling. Ensure you only use the liquid that Mitsubishi recommends to avoid damaging your car further.
Fresh Passengers Are Happy Passengers
When you are exposed to hot conditions, you tend to get tired faster, which decreases your alertness level. During hot days, the air conditioning should be operating correctly o keep you and your passengers safe.
Any air conditioning that is not achieving its intended purposes means it is somehow faulty and should be check by a technician. The car filters may contain trapped material that inhibits air circulation; thus, it should also be checked.
A car breakdown can happen anytime, but the measures above can reduce the chance of this happening. To correctly be prepared, Mitsubishi suggests that you always have your emergency kit in the car.
Mitsubishi offers some of the best cars that you can rely on even in hot weather conditions.