Friday, June 15, 2012

Myths on Car Maintenance

yths on Car Maintenance

By 21 hours ago

There are various car maintenance tips around, but how sure are you that all of them are true? The first rule in car maintenance is to ask questions. Though it might sound dumb, but do not hesitate to ask any question on the practised proposed. This is because, at the end, it is your car that will be damage and you that will suffer from all the repair jobs. Though some of the myth associating with car maintenance might sound harmless, it might cost you a fortune or even worst; compromise the safety of your vehicle. Everyone refuses to say that they are a fool when it comes to car, but at times, we really do not know what is right for our car. Therefore, the following will clear all the doubts on the proposed myth, thus putting your and your car at ease.

1. Waxing can remove scratches

The myth that says waxing can remove all unnecessary scratches is busted, because scratches can only be removed if the thickness of the paint was toned down. The usage of wax is only to cover up the scratches so that it will not be seen for a period of time. Once you move your car under rain falls, the solution will wear off, thus revealing the initial scratches that are plastered onto the paint work of your car.
2. Detergent is the best cleaning solution

This saying is also a misinterpretation. Dish washing solution or cloth detergents though are able to clean the car but they too force the waxes or other protective coating to be stripped off from the vehicle. After washing, the car might seem shining and clean but after using it for a long period of time, the oxidation process of the car will be enhanced, thus diminishing the life span of your car paint.
3. You need to warm up your engine
This is also not true, modern car technology does not need such process to be performed but it is still necessary if you are in a cold country/ temperature. But the best and most effective way is to move your car in order to warm it, since the warming up involves other part of the engine such as the catalytic converter and other significant components. Also, if you were to stay idle for more than 10 seconds, it is better to switch off the engine, because such practise will only drain you off your fuel while burning a hole in your pocket.

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