It does not matter what type of vehicle you are driving, there are some things that you need to check every time you get behind the wheel to drive. Basic maintenance of your vehicle is something that is going to prolong the life of your car. You need to be able to check all of the fluids and do a basic inspection on your car to make sure that it is in good running order. If you do not check on things, you could find yourself sitting on the side of the road waiting for someone to rescue you and your car. Here are some of the things that you need to look at before you start your car to make sure nothing is going to go cause you a problem while you drive.
One thing to check is the oil. If the oil is low, it can cause many problems for you and your engine. Without the right amount of oil in the engine, it is not getting proper lubrication to all the internal parts. This can lead to a spun bearing or a blown engine. Maintaining the proper oil level will ensure you that you are getting oil to all the necessary parts of the engine to keep it strong and running. Also filling the car with too much oil can also cause problems, it is very important to check the 'dip stick' when you are refilling your car with oil. It is best to only use a small amount in the beginning to make sure you are not going to overfill the oil. You will also need to know what type of engine oil to use - perhaps synthetic oil if you have a performance vehicle.
You also want to check the water or antifreeze level to make sure that the proper coolant is moving through the engine to keep it cool. Coolant is used to cool down the engine and give you heat during the winter months. If the fluid level is low then you could find yourself looking for a new engine for your car because it can overheat the heads. Once the heads overheat, water gets into the oil and starts putting water in the engine where it is not supposed to be.
Before you start driving your car, check the air pressure in the tires. The right amount of tire pressure can mean that you are staying on the road instead of the ditch. It can also increase your gas mileage.
