{"id":293179,"date":"2024-03-06T00:58:20","date_gmt":"2024-03-06T05:58:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.etrafficlane.com\/60dollarmiracle\/13-must-know-car-maintenance-factors-for-every-driver"},"modified":"2024-03-06T00:58:39","modified_gmt":"2024-03-06T05:58:39","slug":"13-must-know-car-maintenance-factors-for-every-driver","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.etrafficlane.com\/60dollarmiracle\/13-must-know-car-maintenance-factors-for-every-driver","title":{"rendered":"thirteen Should-Know Automotive Upkeep Elements for Each Driver"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div readability=\"137.933138641\">\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">For the average American, a car is one of the most expensive things we own, which means we want to take good care of them. For some, cars may be just a means of getting from point A to point B, but given the financial commitment, it\u2019s wise to be aware of what it takes to maintain our cars and keep them in good condition. Neglecting car maintenance can drain our wallets and compromise our safety and the reliability of our vehicles.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">1. Check and Maintain Tire Pressure<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1029914\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1029914\" style=\"width: 1280px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1029914 perfmatters-lazy\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1280'%20height='720'%20viewBox='0%200%201280%20720'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"Mechanic, Man rotating tire, man changing tire, car tire\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" title=\"13 Must-Know Car Maintenance Factors for Every Driver 2\" data-src=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/shutterstock_2078484631-scaled-e1692242864156.jpg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1029914\" src=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/shutterstock_2078484631-scaled-e1692242864156.jpg\" alt=\"Mechanic, Man rotating tire, man changing tire, car tire\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" title=\"13 Must-Know Car Maintenance Factors for Every Driver 2\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1029914\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image Credit: Shutterstock.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Maintaining your tire pressure is an essential part of car maintenance that is easy to overlook. But, low <a href=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/stop-rotating-tires\/#more-1109933\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">tire<\/a> pressure can result in lower fuel efficiency, uneven tread wear, and increased risk of a blowout. Maintaining tire pressure is an easy thing you can do when you\u2019re filling up at the gas station. Head over to the air pump and top your tires off to ensure they perform efficiently.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">2. Change Engine Oil and Filter<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1092302\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1092302\" style=\"width: 1280px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><picture decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1092302\" title=\"13 Must-Know Car Maintenance Factors for Every Driver 3\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Oil-change.jpg.webp 1280w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Oil-change-300x169.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Oil-change-1024x576.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Oil-change-768x432.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Oil-change-50x28.jpg.webp 50w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Oil-change-180x100.jpg.webp 180w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Oil-change-150x84.jpg.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1280'%20height='720'%20viewBox='0%200%201280%20720'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"Engine oil change process. Used oil drain in lifted car.\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" class=\"perfmatters-lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Oil-change.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Oil-change.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Oil-change-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Oil-change-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Oil-change-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Oil-change-50x28.jpg 50w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Oil-change-180x100.jpg 180w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Oil-change-150x84.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Oil-change.jpg\" alt=\"Engine oil change process. Used oil drain in lifted car.\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Oil-change.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Oil-change-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Oil-change-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Oil-change-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Oil-change-50x28.jpg 50w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Oil-change-180x100.jpg 180w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Oil-change-150x84.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\"\/><\/noscript>\n<\/picture><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1092302\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image Credit: Varavin88\/Shutterstock.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">In the old days, changing your oil every 3,000 miles was recommended. But now, with modern technology and how car design has improved, car oil doesn\u2019t need to be changed this often. Some cars only need their oil changed every 10,000 miles because they have been designed to be efficient. Check your car\u2019s manual to see how often your oil needs changing, and remember that fresh oil and a clean oil filter will help prevent unnecessary wear and tear on your engine.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">3. Inspect and Replace Air Filters<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1110508\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1110508\" style=\"width: 1280px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><picture decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1110508\" title=\"13 Must-Know Car Maintenance Factors for Every Driver 4\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1788975506.jpg.webp 1280w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1788975506-300x169.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1788975506-1024x576.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1788975506-768x432.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1788975506-50x28.jpg.webp 50w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1788975506-180x100.jpg.webp 180w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1788975506-150x84.jpg.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1280'%20height='720'%20viewBox='0%200%201280%20720'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"car air filter\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" class=\"perfmatters-lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1788975506.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1788975506.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1788975506-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1788975506-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1788975506-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1788975506-50x28.jpg 50w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1788975506-180x100.jpg 180w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1788975506-150x84.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1788975506.jpg\" alt=\"car air filter\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1788975506.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1788975506-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1788975506-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1788975506-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1788975506-50x28.jpg 50w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1788975506-180x100.jpg 180w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1788975506-150x84.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\"\/><\/noscript>\n<\/picture><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1110508\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image Credit: BLK studio\/ Shutterstock.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If your car has been smelling funky lately, it\u2019s probably because it\u2019s been forever since you changed the air filter in your cabin. These air filters should be changed once a year, and they are designed to filter the outside air before entering your car\u2019s cabin. Clean air filters not only improve the air quality inside the car but\u00a0<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">also improve engine efficiency.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">4. Brake Inspection<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1110511\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1110511\" style=\"width: 1280px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><picture decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1110511\" title=\"13 Must-Know Car Maintenance Factors for Every Driver 5\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_217904422-2.jpg.webp 1280w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_217904422-2-300x169.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_217904422-2-1024x576.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_217904422-2-768x432.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_217904422-2-50x28.jpg.webp 50w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_217904422-2-180x100.jpg.webp 180w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_217904422-2-150x84.jpg.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1280'%20height='720'%20viewBox='0%200%201280%20720'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"car maintenance brake check\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" class=\"perfmatters-lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_217904422-2.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_217904422-2.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_217904422-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_217904422-2-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_217904422-2-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_217904422-2-50x28.jpg 50w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_217904422-2-180x100.jpg 180w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_217904422-2-150x84.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_217904422-2.jpg\" alt=\"car maintenance brake check\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_217904422-2.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_217904422-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_217904422-2-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_217904422-2-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_217904422-2-50x28.jpg 50w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_217904422-2-180x100.jpg 180w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_217904422-2-150x84.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\"\/><\/noscript>\n<\/picture><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1110511\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image Credit: Dmitry Kalinovsky\/Shutterstock.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Your brakes are one of the most essential parts of your <a href=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/electric-car-suck\/#more-1110192\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">car<\/a>. You don\u2019t want to be on the road without well-maintained brakes. Check your brake pads, rotors, and brake fluid levels periodically to ensure you\u2019re safe on the road. Generally, you want your brakes checked every 10,000-20,000 miles.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">5. Monitor Transmission Fluid<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1110513\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1110513\" style=\"width: 1280px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><picture decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1110513\" title=\"13 Must-Know Car Maintenance Factors for Every Driver 6\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_414222949.jpg.webp 1280w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_414222949-300x169.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_414222949-1024x576.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_414222949-768x432.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_414222949-50x28.jpg.webp 50w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_414222949-180x100.jpg.webp 180w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_414222949-150x84.jpg.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1280'%20height='720'%20viewBox='0%200%201280%20720'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"combustion car engine\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" class=\"perfmatters-lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_414222949.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_414222949.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_414222949-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_414222949-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_414222949-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_414222949-50x28.jpg 50w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_414222949-180x100.jpg 180w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_414222949-150x84.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_414222949.jpg\" alt=\"combustion car engine\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_414222949.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_414222949-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_414222949-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_414222949-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_414222949-50x28.jpg 50w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_414222949-180x100.jpg 180w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_414222949-150x84.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\"\/><\/noscript>\n<\/picture><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1110513\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image Credit: Chekunov Aleksandr\/Shutterstock.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Transmission fluid is designed to lubricate the transmission, and it dissipates heat, makes for smooth gear shifting, preserves seals, and removes contaminants. Failing to maintain your transmission fluid can lead to rough shifting or a damaged transmission. You should\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sundevilauto.com\/how-to-check-your-transmission-fluid\/#:~:text=Transmission%20fluid%20flushes%20should%20be,the%20life%20of%20your%20transmission!\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">check on your transmission fluid<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0once every six months for good measure.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">6. Test Lights and Signals<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1110517\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1110517\" style=\"width: 1280px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><picture decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1110517\" title=\"13 Must-Know Car Maintenance Factors for Every Driver 7\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_792878326.jpg.webp 1280w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_792878326-300x169.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_792878326-1024x576.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_792878326-768x432.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_792878326-50x28.jpg.webp 50w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_792878326-180x100.jpg.webp 180w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_792878326-150x84.jpg.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1280'%20height='720'%20viewBox='0%200%201280%20720'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"car headlight\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" class=\"perfmatters-lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_792878326.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_792878326.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_792878326-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_792878326-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_792878326-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_792878326-50x28.jpg 50w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_792878326-180x100.jpg 180w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_792878326-150x84.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_792878326.jpg\" alt=\"car headlight\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_792878326.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_792878326-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_792878326-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_792878326-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_792878326-50x28.jpg 50w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_792878326-180x100.jpg 180w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_792878326-150x84.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\"\/><\/noscript>\n<\/picture><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1110517\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image Credit: Oleksiy Mark\/Shutterstock.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Lights are one of those things that you don\u2019t\u00a0<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">realize are missing until you need them and don\u2019t have them. You can do a walkaround occasionally and check your headlights, tail lights, brake lights, turn signals, and hazard lights to ensure you\u2019re adequately illuminated on the road.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">7. Battery Maintenance<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1110519\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1110519\" style=\"width: 1280px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><picture decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1110519\" title=\"13 Must-Know Car Maintenance Factors for Every Driver 8\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1550805902-2.jpg.webp 1280w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1550805902-2-300x169.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1550805902-2-1024x576.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1550805902-2-768x432.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1550805902-2-50x28.jpg.webp 50w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1550805902-2-180x100.jpg.webp 180w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1550805902-2-150x84.jpg.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1280'%20height='720'%20viewBox='0%200%201280%20720'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"car battery corrosion\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" class=\"perfmatters-lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1550805902-2.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1550805902-2.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1550805902-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1550805902-2-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1550805902-2-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1550805902-2-50x28.jpg 50w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1550805902-2-180x100.jpg 180w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1550805902-2-150x84.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1550805902-2.jpg\" alt=\"car battery corrosion\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1550805902-2.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1550805902-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1550805902-2-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1550805902-2-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1550805902-2-50x28.jpg 50w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1550805902-2-180x100.jpg 180w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1550805902-2-150x84.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\"\/><\/noscript>\n<\/picture><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1110519\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image Credit: noPPonPat\/Shutterstock.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Battery maintenance is a simple task that takes a quick peek under the hood. Most of the time, your battery will be fine, but sometimes, batteries build up corrosion around the terminals. That corrosion has to be cleaned off to maintain an adequate charging connection for the car to function properly. If your vehicle has battery corrosion, it only takes a little water and baking soda to clean it off.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">8. Inspect and Replace Spark Plugs<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1110521\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1110521\" style=\"width: 1280px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><picture decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1110521\" title=\"13 Must-Know Car Maintenance Factors for Every Driver 9\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_496502962.jpg.webp 1280w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_496502962-300x169.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_496502962-1024x576.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_496502962-768x432.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_496502962-50x28.jpg.webp 50w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_496502962-180x100.jpg.webp 180w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_496502962-150x84.jpg.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1280'%20height='720'%20viewBox='0%200%201280%20720'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"car spark plugs\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" class=\"perfmatters-lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_496502962.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_496502962.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_496502962-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_496502962-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_496502962-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_496502962-50x28.jpg 50w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_496502962-180x100.jpg 180w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_496502962-150x84.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_496502962.jpg\" alt=\"car spark plugs\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_496502962.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_496502962-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_496502962-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_496502962-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_496502962-50x28.jpg 50w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_496502962-180x100.jpg 180w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_496502962-150x84.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\"\/><\/noscript>\n<\/picture><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1110521\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image Credit: Mister_Art\/Shutterstock.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Spark plugs are another common maintenance task that gets overlooked, and that\u2019s because, most of the time, you can\u2019t tell that they&#8217;re not working correctly unless you check and see. Signs of spark plug issues are engine misfiring and poor fuel efficiency. Check your car\u2019s manual to see how often your car\u2019s spark plugs are designed to be replaced.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">9. Timing Belt Inspection<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1110522\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1110522\" style=\"width: 1280px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><picture decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1110522\" title=\"13 Must-Know Car Maintenance Factors for Every Driver 10\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1280142031.jpg.webp 1280w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1280142031-300x169.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1280142031-1024x576.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1280142031-768x432.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1280142031-50x28.jpg.webp 50w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1280142031-180x100.jpg.webp 180w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1280142031-150x84.jpg.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1280'%20height='720'%20viewBox='0%200%201280%20720'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"timing belt on car, vehicle\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" class=\"perfmatters-lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1280142031.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1280142031.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1280142031-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1280142031-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1280142031-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1280142031-50x28.jpg 50w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1280142031-180x100.jpg 180w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1280142031-150x84.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1280142031.jpg\" alt=\"timing belt on car, vehicle\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1280142031.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1280142031-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1280142031-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1280142031-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1280142031-50x28.jpg 50w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1280142031-180x100.jpg 180w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1280142031-150x84.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\"\/><\/noscript>\n<\/picture><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1110522\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image Credit: Tanongsak Panwan\/ Unsplash.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Timing belts are a maintenance task that doesn&#8217;t need attention unless your car is old. Timing belts only need to be changed every 100,000 or so miles, so it\u2019s not something you should regularly worry about, but a broken timing belt can lead to catastrophic engine failure, so you want to make sure you get it replaced before it breaks. Most people prefer to call it changed out <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.toyotavacaville.com\/blog\/how-often-should-you-replace-your-cars-timing-belt\/#:~:text=In%20most%20cases%2C%20there%20is,recommended%20for%20your%20specific%20model.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">every 60,000 \u2013 100,000 miles<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, regardless of condition, to ensure it stays functional.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">10. Coolant System Care<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1110523\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1110523\" style=\"width: 1280px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><picture decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1110523\" title=\"13 Must-Know Car Maintenance Factors for Every Driver 11\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/imresizer-1696115147382.jpg.webp 1280w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/imresizer-1696115147382-300x169.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/imresizer-1696115147382-1024x576.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/imresizer-1696115147382-768x432.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/imresizer-1696115147382-50x28.jpg.webp 50w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/imresizer-1696115147382-180x100.jpg.webp 180w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/imresizer-1696115147382-150x84.jpg.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1280'%20height='720'%20viewBox='0%200%201280%20720'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"car coolant system vehicle\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" class=\"perfmatters-lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/imresizer-1696115147382.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/imresizer-1696115147382.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/imresizer-1696115147382-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/imresizer-1696115147382-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/imresizer-1696115147382-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/imresizer-1696115147382-50x28.jpg 50w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/imresizer-1696115147382-180x100.jpg 180w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/imresizer-1696115147382-150x84.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/imresizer-1696115147382.jpg\" alt=\"car coolant system vehicle\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/imresizer-1696115147382.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/imresizer-1696115147382-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/imresizer-1696115147382-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/imresizer-1696115147382-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/imresizer-1696115147382-50x28.jpg 50w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/imresizer-1696115147382-180x100.jpg 180w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/imresizer-1696115147382-150x84.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\"\/><\/noscript>\n<\/picture><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1110523\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image Credit: fir0002\/WikiCommons.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">An overheated car is bad news, and that\u2019s why you want to ensure your coolant levels stay up to par in your car. Coolant ensures your car\u2019s engine won\u2019t overheat and helps prevent engine damage or costly repairs. It\u2019s a good idea to check your coolant levels <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rac.co.uk\/drive\/advice\/car-maintenance\/how-to-check-your-coolant\/#:~:text=You%20need%20to%20check%20your,drops%20below%20the%20guide%20marks.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">every summer and winter<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> to ensure it\u2019s topped off at every significant season change.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">11. Regularly Rotate and Balance Tires<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1110525\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1110525\" style=\"width: 1280px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><picture decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1110525\" title=\"13 Must-Know Car Maintenance Factors for Every Driver 12\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_479364766-1.jpg.webp 1280w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_479364766-1-300x169.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_479364766-1-1024x576.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_479364766-1-768x432.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_479364766-1-50x28.jpg.webp 50w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_479364766-1-180x100.jpg.webp 180w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_479364766-1-150x84.jpg.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1280'%20height='720'%20viewBox='0%200%201280%20720'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"car tires\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" class=\"perfmatters-lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_479364766-1.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_479364766-1.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_479364766-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_479364766-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_479364766-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_479364766-1-50x28.jpg 50w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_479364766-1-180x100.jpg 180w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_479364766-1-150x84.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_479364766-1.jpg\" alt=\"car tires\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_479364766-1.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_479364766-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_479364766-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_479364766-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_479364766-1-50x28.jpg 50w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_479364766-1-180x100.jpg 180w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_479364766-1-150x84.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\"\/><\/noscript>\n<\/picture><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1110525\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image Credit: Virrage Photo\/Shutterstock.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If you have a newer car, rotating and balancing your tires isn\u2019t as crucial as in older models. But if you own an older car, you want to get your tires rotated and balanced <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.caranddriver.com\/features\/a26535169\/how-often-to-rotate-tires\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">every 3,000 \u2013 5,000 miles<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">. This ends up being about twice a year for most drivers. Rotating and balancing tires helps them to wear evenly and increases the lifespan of the tires. Uneven tire wear can make it hard to drive in adverse road conditions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">12. Fuel System Maintenance<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1110526\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1110526\" style=\"width: 1280px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><picture decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1110526\" title=\"13 Must-Know Car Maintenance Factors for Every Driver 13\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1704390262.jpg.webp 1280w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1704390262-300x169.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1704390262-1024x576.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1704390262-768x432.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1704390262-50x28.jpg.webp 50w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1704390262-180x100.jpg.webp 180w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1704390262-150x84.jpg.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1280'%20height='720'%20viewBox='0%200%201280%20720'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"car filling up with gas at gas station\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" class=\"perfmatters-lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1704390262.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1704390262.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1704390262-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1704390262-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1704390262-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1704390262-50x28.jpg 50w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1704390262-180x100.jpg 180w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1704390262-150x84.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1704390262.jpg\" alt=\"car filling up with gas at gas station\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1704390262.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1704390262-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1704390262-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1704390262-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1704390262-50x28.jpg 50w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1704390262-180x100.jpg 180w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_1704390262-150x84.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\"\/><\/noscript>\n<\/picture><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1110526\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image Credit: Jittawit21\/Shutterstock.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Fuel system maintenance only needs to be done once a year, and you can use fuel system cleaners to keep your fuel injectors and intake valves clean. This is important because a clean fuel system will help you maximize fuel efficiency and improve engine performance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">13. Check Suspension and Steering Components<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1110528\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1110528\" style=\"width: 1280px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><picture decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1110528\" title=\"13 Must-Know Car Maintenance Factors for Every Driver 14\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_2104530980.jpg.webp 1280w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_2104530980-300x169.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_2104530980-1024x576.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_2104530980-768x432.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_2104530980-50x28.jpg.webp 50w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_2104530980-180x100.jpg.webp 180w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_2104530980-150x84.jpg.webp 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1280'%20height='720'%20viewBox='0%200%201280%20720'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"car mechanic under vehicle\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" class=\"perfmatters-lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_2104530980.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_2104530980.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_2104530980-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_2104530980-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_2104530980-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_2104530980-50x28.jpg 50w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_2104530980-180x100.jpg 180w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_2104530980-150x84.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_2104530980.jpg\" alt=\"car mechanic under vehicle\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_2104530980.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_2104530980-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_2104530980-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_2104530980-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_2104530980-50x28.jpg 50w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_2104530980-180x100.jpg 180w, https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Shutterstock_2104530980-150x84.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\"\/><\/noscript>\n<\/picture><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1110528\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image Credit: Varavin88\/Shutterstock.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If your car feels rocky, it may be time to check your shocks, struts, and steering components. If your car has sat unused for an extended period, these rubber parts can become frail and brittle and make for a rough driving experience.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/wealthofgeeks.com\/car-maintenance\/\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For the average American, a car is one of the most expensive things we own, which means we want to take good care of them. 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