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Three Car Care Tips For Your Kids

If you have a son or daughter who is interested in buying a car, they’re going to need to know how to maintain it. In this blog post we’re going to go over some basic car care tips they need to know. Fox News Business wrote an interesting article that we’re going summarize for you here.

1.) Check for Flat Tires

Flat tires are a leading cause of breakdowns. Make sure to teach your kids how to check for air pressure, tread depth, flat spots and cracks on the tires.

2.) LIsten and Look

If your son or daughter hears any out of the ordinary noises coming from the car, they need to bring it into a service center to be looked at immediately. Also, they should habitually check for puddles under car after it has been parked. Be sure to teach that a puddle of water coming from the climate control is harmless.

3.) Teach What The Dashboard Lights Mean

Walk your kid through the owner’s manual that identifies all the dashboard lights and their meanings. This will prepare them to properly handle situations as they arise.

Keep Reading Our Blog for More Helpful Hints

Keep reading the Mohawk Auto Center blog for more information on car care. We’re a Buy Here Pay Here that serves customers from Schenectady, Albany, Clifton Park, Glenville and Johnstown, NY with a great selection of pre-owned vehicles and tips on proper maintenance.