Extreme Cold Weather Can Affect Your Vehicle. But You Can Protect It.
Here in Hanover, we are in the midst of a winter blizzard. And this combined with the continued cold during South Central Pennsylvania’s winter months can be particularly harsh on vehicles. Because extreme cold weather can lead to a host of problems if you’re not prepared. So, in this blog the experts at Meineke in Hanover explore the challenges of this winter season and what preventative measures to take to save you from unexpected breakdowns and costly repairs.
Common Issues Caused by Cold Weather
- Battery Problems Cold temperatures reduce a battery’s ability to hold a charge. And older batteries are especially vulnerable. So, if your engine cranks slowly or fails to start, your battery may have been affected by the extreme cold weather.
- Thickened Fluids Engine oil, transmission fluid, and other vital fluids can thicken in extreme cold. And this makes it harder for your vehicle to run smoothly.
- Tire Pressure Drops Cold weather causes tire pressure to drop, which can affect handling, fuel efficiency, and even lead to tire damage.
- Frozen Fuel Lines Moisture in the fuel system can freeze. And this can prevent fuel from reaching the engine and causing your vehicle to stall.
- Cracked Belts and Hoses The extreme cold weather can make rubber belts and hoses brittle. And this increases the risk of cracks or breaks.
What You Can Do to Protect Your Car or Truck in Extreme Cold Weather
- Check Your Battery Before the coldest months hit, have your battery tested and replace it if necessary. And clean the terminals and ensure all connections are secure.
- Use the Right Fluids Switch to winter-grade engine oil and ensure that all fluids are topped off. Also, consider a winter-grade windshield washer fluid that won’t freeze.
- Monitor Tire Pressure Check your tire pressure regularly and inflate to the manufacturer’s recommended levels. And consider switching to winter tires for better traction.
- Keep Your Fuel Tank Full A full tank reduces the chance of moisture forming in the fuel lines and provides extra weight for better traction.
- Inspect Belts and Hoses Check for signs of wear or damage and replace any worn-out parts before they fail.
- Warm Up Your Engine Wisely Allow your engine a few minutes to warm up before driving. But avoid idling for too long as it can waste fuel and isn’t environmentally friendly.
- Invest in Cold Weather Accessories Use a block heater to keep your engine warm overnight if temperatures are consistently below freezing.
Protect Your Car or Truck From Extreme Cold Weather
You can avoid the headaches that extreme cold weather can bring. Because by staying proactive and taking these steps, you can keep your car or truck running smoothly throughout the winter season. But, should you run into cold weather problems, call Meineke on Baltimore Street in Hanover.
If the Meineke on Baltimore Street in Hanover is not a convenient auto repair center for you, Meineke has 14 car repair centers is South Central Pennsylvania:
- Meineke Car Care Center – Pleasant View Road
331 Pleasant View Rd, New Cumberland, PA 17070
Call (844) 299-1139
- Meineke Car Care Center – Rodney Road
1775 Rodney Road, York, PA 17408
Call (855) 899-9154 - Meineke Car Care Center – South Queen Street
855 South Queen Street, York, PA 17403
Call (844) 851-6677 - Meineke Car Care Center – Market Street
2301 E Market Street, York, PA 17402
Call (833) 825-4442 - Meineke Car Care Center – 2nd Street
201 N. 2nd Street, New Freedom, PA 17349
Call (888) 547-7072 - Meineke Car Care Center – Baltimore Street
871 Baltimore Street, Hanover, PA 17331
Call (714) 855-3821 - Meineke Car Care Center – Carlisle Street
1125 Carlisle Street, Hanover, PA 17331
Call (855) 454-9358 - Meineke Car Care Center – Carlisle Pike
6510 Carlisle Pike, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
Call (833) 428-8313 - Meineke Car Care Center – East Chocolate Ave
1401 East Chocolate Avenue, Hershey, PA 17033
Call (717) 508-4253 - Meineke Car Care Center – Gettysburg Road
2236 Gettysburg Rd, Camp Hill, PA 17011
Call (855) 368-4189 - Meineke Car Care Center – Jonestown Road
4509 Jonestown Road, Harrisburg, PA 17109
Call (888) 858-9835 - Meineke Car Care Center – Paxton Street
3098 Paxton Street, Harrisburg, PA 17111
Call (866) 561-5307 - Meineke Car Care Center – Manheim Pike
1220 Manheim Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601
Call (855) 424-4280 - Meineke Car Care Center – Main Street
5988 Main Street, East Petersburg, PA 17520
Call (717) 925-0634
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