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<\/a><\/div>\nIf your engine oil level is too high or low, it can cause trouble for your engine. To check your oil level, park your car on level ground and wait for the engine to cool. Pull the dipstick out, wipe it clean, and push it back in the dip tube all the way. Remove and have a look at where the oil level comes to. If it\u2019s between the two dots, your oil level is good, if it\u2019s too low, add about 100ml and wait a while before checking again.<\/p>\n
#2 Maintain tire pressure and check your tires<\/h2>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/edge.alluremedia.com.au\/m\/l\/2016\/03\/TyrePressure.jpg\")
<\/a><\/div>\nTyre pressure<\/a>\u00a0image from Shutterstock<\/small><\/p>\nTyre pressure has a big impact on your car\u2019s economy. The wrong tyre pressure can cost you a lot in fuel and lead to premature tyre wear. You should check this regularly using a tyre pressure gauge and inflate to the recommended level which is usually marked on the driver\u2019s door jamb.<\/p>\n
You should also regularly check tyres for uneven wear, nails, tears and missing rubber gouged out from hitting a kerb.<\/p>\n
#3 Always keep coolant and radiator water topped up<\/h2>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/edge.alluremedia.com.au\/m\/l\/2016\/03\/shutterstock_245950660.jpg\")
<\/a><\/div>\nBefore you do anything, ensure your coolant system has had the chance to cool down. If it\u2019s still hot, it means it\u2019s still under pressure and can burn you if you try to take the radiator cap off. As a precautionary measure, always use a large cloth to take the radiator cap off when checking coolant levels.<\/p>\n
Your engine cannot go without coolant, so it\u2019s one of the most important maintenance checks you can do. Your coolant reservoir is usually a white semi-transparent bottle on the side of the radiator. It is marked with \u2018low\u2019 and \u2018high\u2019, indicating if you need to top up.<\/p>\n
#4 Change oil filters<\/h2>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/edge.alluremedia.com.au\/m\/l\/2016\/03\/shutterstock_205320475.jpg\")
<\/a><\/div>\nOil filter<\/a>\u00a0image from Shutterstock<\/small><\/p>\nYour engine oil is the lifeblood of your vehicle and your filter keeps the oil clean and healthy. Regularly changing your oil filter will prolong the engine\u2019s life and keep your vehicle running smoothly for longer.<\/p>\n
You should be changing the filter every other oil change, or every 9500 to 25,000 kilometres.<\/p>\n
#5 Wash and wax car to maintain colour<\/h2>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/edge.alluremedia.com.au\/m\/l\/2016\/03\/CarWash.jpg\")
<\/a><\/div>\nCar wash<\/a>\u00a0image from Shutterstock<\/small><\/p>\nMaintaining vehicle function and safety is extremely important for every driver, but aesthetics are also important in keeping your vehicle in good condition.<\/p>\n
There are a few things you can do to keep your vehicle as clean as possible, like parking in a covered or sheltered area and avoid leaving your car parked under trees or power lines.<\/p>\n
When washing your vehicle, only use soap designed specifically for cars, and make an effort to wash any markings (bugs, bird poop or soap) as soon as you can. The longer they stay, the harder it is to get rid of them.<\/p>\n
If your vehicle is generally parked in a garage or covered area, you should be waxing your car twice a year. If you don\u2019t have a sheltered area, remember to wax more regularly to preserve the paint lustre.<\/p>\n
#6 Seal any cracks or chips in windows<\/h2>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/edge.alluremedia.com.au\/m\/l\/2016\/03\/shutterstock_241295425.jpg\")
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<\/a><\/div>\nTyre pressure<\/a>\u00a0image from Shutterstock<\/small><\/p>\n Tyre pressure has a big impact on your car\u2019s economy. The wrong tyre pressure can cost you a lot in fuel and lead to premature tyre wear. You should check this regularly using a tyre pressure gauge and inflate to the recommended level which is usually marked on the driver\u2019s door jamb.<\/p>\n You should also regularly check tyres for uneven wear, nails, tears and missing rubber gouged out from hitting a kerb.<\/p>\n Before you do anything, ensure your coolant system has had the chance to cool down. If it\u2019s still hot, it means it\u2019s still under pressure and can burn you if you try to take the radiator cap off. As a precautionary measure, always use a large cloth to take the radiator cap off when checking coolant levels.<\/p>\n Your engine cannot go without coolant, so it\u2019s one of the most important maintenance checks you can do. Your coolant reservoir is usually a white semi-transparent bottle on the side of the radiator. It is marked with \u2018low\u2019 and \u2018high\u2019, indicating if you need to top up.<\/p>\n Oil filter<\/a>\u00a0image from Shutterstock<\/small><\/p>\n Your engine oil is the lifeblood of your vehicle and your filter keeps the oil clean and healthy. Regularly changing your oil filter will prolong the engine\u2019s life and keep your vehicle running smoothly for longer.<\/p>\n You should be changing the filter every other oil change, or every 9500 to 25,000 kilometres.<\/p>\n Car wash<\/a>\u00a0image from Shutterstock<\/small><\/p>\n Maintaining vehicle function and safety is extremely important for every driver, but aesthetics are also important in keeping your vehicle in good condition.<\/p>\n There are a few things you can do to keep your vehicle as clean as possible, like parking in a covered or sheltered area and avoid leaving your car parked under trees or power lines.<\/p>\n When washing your vehicle, only use soap designed specifically for cars, and make an effort to wash any markings (bugs, bird poop or soap) as soon as you can. The longer they stay, the harder it is to get rid of them.<\/p>\n If your vehicle is generally parked in a garage or covered area, you should be waxing your car twice a year. If you don\u2019t have a sheltered area, remember to wax more regularly to preserve the paint lustre.<\/p>\n#3 Always keep coolant and radiator water topped up<\/h2>\n
<\/a><\/div>\n#4 Change oil filters<\/h2>\n
<\/a><\/div>\n#5 Wash and wax car to maintain colour<\/h2>\n
<\/a><\/div>\n#6 Seal any cracks or chips in windows<\/h2>\n
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