When preparing for the winter, you need to make sure that your car is set and ready for anything. Think about the worst weather that your area typically has in the wintertime. Prepare for that when you’re getting ready to face the season! So, here are our steps for making sure that you and your car are ready for this coming winter.

First, make sure your radiator and coolant are in good shape. Top up if you need to (we can take care of this for you!) and make sure everything is in working order.

If you’ve got a garage, use it! Clean it out if it’s dirty and full of junk so that you can park your car in there safely throughout the winter months. A car cover is a good option for those of us who don’t have garages.

Check out how your defrosters function and put some windshield fluid in the reservoir that has a higher amount of antifreeze. Always try to find nontoxic antifreeze! When checking your defrosters, make sure that they function fully and properly. Take your car in to us if any are broken.

Replace your regular windshield wipers with wipers that are meant to handle winter weather. This is important not only when your windshield gets covered with ice and snow, but also to make sure that you won’t wear your wipers out faster than normal by using them in the wrong season.

Make sure that your battery is strong, working right, and in good condition. If it’s old, replace it. Check to make sure the connections are tight and not corroded and that everything is good with the electrical system. Check to make sure your lights are all fully operational and bright.

If you have snow tires, put them on your car when it starts getting cold enough to snow. Otherwise, if you’re in an area that gets a lot of snow and ice, invest in snow chains or other tire traction accessories that you can easily take off of your tires when the roads are clear.

All in all, make sure your car is ready for whatever Mother Nature can throw at it. Whether that’s snow and ice or just freezing temperatures, you need to prepare properly – follow these tips, or come talk to us here at Younger Mitsubishi to get our tips in person!