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10 Significant Car Care Tips For The Rainy Season by Godspower35(m): 2:26am On Jul 06, 2019
Many car owners know that it is difficult to service vehicles in the rainy season. In fact, rainfall, unlike strong sunlight, has a very poor effect on the body. Although many people know the safe rules for driving in this weather.
This involves driving the vehicle at slow speeds, turning on lights, and driving at a safe distance from the nearest vehicle on the road. It is important to protect your vehicle in the rain to prevent
premature aging and unexpected damage.


Here's a list of effective tips to keep your car in a good condition :

1.
Clean the windows,headlights and windscreens of your vehicle

When driving a vehicle in the wet, it is important that you have a clear view. So make sure your car windows, headlights, tail-lights, turn signals are clean. This is also crucial for the safety of drivers and passengers in the vehicle.

2.
Ensure you have good tyre profile

It is important that the tyres run perfectly when you want to drive safely on the road. Make sure your wheels are running well if they have low tyre depths, also pay attention to the correct tyre pressure. If your wheels are low pressure, the water can not be pushed out of the way while driving.


3.
Be sure to replace the windscreen wipers if worn out

The idea of driving a vehicle without a windshield wiper is really awful when it's wet. If you notice dry, cracked or brittle rubber blades of windscreen wipers, the visibility will be affected in heavy rain. Especially if you live in a region where it rains frequently, you should replace the automatic wipers when necessary.

4.
Check the battery life of the car

If you live in an area where occasionally rain falls, the life of your car battery is shortened. So take good care of your battery. If necessary, replace it with a new one, as the batteries can be damaged in the wet.

5.
Make sure your vehicle brakes are working properly

It is always important to have good brakes in a vehicle. No matter in which weather conditions you drive with it. However, having very wet brakes can cause problems with stopping the vehicle effectively. This is because dirt and grease can reduce the braking effect when they splash on the chassis of the vehicle. Therefore, make sure that the brakes of your vehicle have enough fiction material.

6.
Wash and grow your vehicle properly

In wet weather conditions it is very difficult to remove smudges and water stains from your car. A good car wash and wax, however, help to easily remove the accumulated dirt. It will also improve the visibility while driving. You can also use water-repellent products to clean windscreens and windows.

7.
Always have emergency equipment ready

Normally, it is best to stay indoors during the rainy season. However, it can happen that you have to leave the house during the weather. In such situations it is best to have emergency equipment in the car.


8.
Look for water leaks

Rubber seals are important to prevent water from entering your vehicle. Always check all the rubber seals of your car. It's also a great way to prevent corrosion. Look for drain holes in your boot and bonnet and make sure they are not clogged.


9.
Use the air conditioning system of your vehicle

Every vehicle owner knows that a clear view while driving is very important. Use your car's air conditioner to prevent the windows and windshield from misting up and settling.


10.
Be careful and drive slowly in the rain

Even if you already follow all the tips above, you should drive slowly during the rainy season. In this way you can avoid aquaplaning. Always remember not to brake suddenly and double the distance. This will prevent the vehicle from skidding. Try to drive the car in the middle lane, as the water on the sides is stagnant.
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Re: 10 Significant Car Care Tips For The Rainy Season by Benekruku(m): 11:15am On Jul 06, 2019
11. Always sprinkle palm oil on your tires before driving out.

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Re: 10 Significant Car Care Tips For The Rainy Season by AtchenyAutos(m): 11:15am On Jul 06, 2019
Nice tips
Re: 10 Significant Car Care Tips For The Rainy Season by ennysuccess(m): 11:15am On Jul 06, 2019
Nice tips meanwhile Ihedioha is the worst thing to ever happen to Imo State cry
Re: 10 Significant Car Care Tips For The Rainy Season by Gundurich(m): 11:18am On Jul 06, 2019
Thank you.. OP
Re: 10 Significant Car Care Tips For The Rainy Season by emmasege: 11:18am On Jul 06, 2019
I was hoping to read something I didn't know.

Thanks all the same.
Re: 10 Significant Car Care Tips For The Rainy Season by Dgr8hassiE(m): 11:18am On Jul 06, 2019
Thanks for the info.
Re: 10 Significant Car Care Tips For The Rainy Season by ednut1(m): 11:19am On Jul 06, 2019
Why do nigerians use hazard light when its raining
Re: 10 Significant Car Care Tips For The Rainy Season by Iogobenz(m): 11:21am On Jul 06, 2019
ednut1:
Why do nigerians use hazard light when its raining
for visibility purposes na,especially when the rains are heavy and the car hasn't got DRL.
And don't make it a Nigerian thing.people do so too in the west!

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Re: 10 Significant Car Care Tips For The Rainy Season by Nobody: 11:21am On Jul 06, 2019
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Re: 10 Significant Car Care Tips For The Rainy Season by emmasege: 11:22am On Jul 06, 2019
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Re: 10 Significant Car Care Tips For The Rainy Season by felixmuyiwa: 11:22am On Jul 06, 2019
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Re: 10 Significant Car Care Tips For The Rainy Season by ifyalways(f): 11:28am On Jul 06, 2019
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Re: 10 Significant Car Care Tips For The Rainy Season by mmb(m): 11:32am On Jul 06, 2019
kingsaint:
Good morning nairalanders.My name is innocent and I'm a final year student of University of Nigeria. I'm currently passing through financial difficulties as my father recently suffered from stroke and much money was spent in his treatment. This has made me unable to get money to fund my final year project research and I won't graduate if I don't complete my project. Pls help me, any amount will be appreciated. God bless you
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Re: 10 Significant Car Care Tips For The Rainy Season by Lakside1955(m): 11:32am On Jul 06, 2019
11. Always look out for girls that need lift inside rain wink

Sure banker to knack that same day or next undecided

Only we that have ride will understand this wink

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Re: 10 Significant Car Care Tips For The Rainy Season by investigator007: 11:38am On Jul 06, 2019
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Re: 10 Significant Car Care Tips For The Rainy Season by Jeffersonagain(m): 11:56am On Jul 06, 2019
Godspower35:
Many car owners know that it is difficult to service vehicles in the rainy season. In fact, rainfall, unlike strong sunlight, has a very poor effect on the body. Although many people know the safe rules for driving in this weather.
This involves driving the vehicle at slow speeds, turning on lights, and driving at a safe distance from the nearest vehicle on the road. It is important to protect your vehicle in the rain to prevent
premature aging and unexpected damage.


I appreciate the enlightenment. I've heard that using your A/C while driving through a flooded area damages it. How true is that and what are the preventive measures please? Thanks


Here's a list of effective tips to keep your car in a good condition :

1.
Clean the windows,headlights and windscreens of your vehicle

When driving a vehicle in the wet, it is important that you have a clear view. So make sure your car windows, headlights, tail-lights, turn signals are clean. This is also crucial for the safety of drivers and passengers in the vehicle.

2.
Ensure you have good tyre profile

It is important that the tyres run perfectly when you want to drive safely on the road. Make sure your wheels are running well if they have low tyre depths, also pay attention to the correct tyre pressure. If your wheels are low pressure, the water can not be pushed out of the way while driving.


3.
Be sure to replace the windscreen wipers if worn out

The idea of driving a vehicle without a windshield wiper is really awful when it's wet. If you notice dry, cracked or brittle rubber blades of windscreen wipers, the visibility will be affected in heavy rain. Especially if you live in a region where it rains frequently, you should replace the automatic wipers when necessary.

4.
Check the battery life of the car

If you live in an area where occasionally rain falls, the life of your car battery is shortened. So take good care of your battery. If necessary, replace it with a new one, as the batteries can be damaged in the wet.

5.
Make sure your vehicle brakes are working properly

It is always important to have good brakes in a vehicle. No matter in which weather conditions you drive with it. However, having very wet brakes can cause problems with stopping the vehicle effectively. This is because dirt and grease can reduce the braking effect when they splash on the chassis of the vehicle. Therefore, make sure that the brakes of your vehicle have enough fiction material.

6.
Wash and grow your vehicle properly

In wet weather conditions it is very difficult to remove smudges and water stains from your car. A good car wash and wax, however, help to easily remove the accumulated dirt. It will also improve the visibility while driving. You can also use water-repellent products to clean windscreens and windows.

7.
Always have emergency equipment ready

Normally, it is best to stay indoors during the rainy season. However, it can happen that you have to leave the house during the weather. In such situations it is best to have emergency equipment in the car.


8.
Look for water leaks

Rubber seals are important to prevent water from entering your vehicle. Always check all the rubber seals of your car. It's also a great way to prevent corrosion. Look for drain holes in your boot and bonnet and make sure they are not clogged.


9.
Use the air conditioning system of your vehicle

Every vehicle owner knows that a clear view while driving is very important. Use your car's air conditioner to prevent the windows and windshield from misting up and settling.


10.
Be careful and drive slowly in the rain

Even if you already follow all the tips above, you should drive slowly during the rainy season. In this way you can avoid aquaplaning. Always remember not to brake suddenly and double the distance. This will prevent the vehicle from skidding. Try to drive the car in the middle lane, as the water on the sides is stagnant.
[img]https://1.bp..com/-8SZnBWR04j4/XR_1WTZRk0I/AAAAAAAACXs/d8dnTxfvLJUYjdg2XFW_JO5GhNjodyIuQCLcBGAs/s320/Car%2Brain.jpeg[/img]
http://www.eliancars.com/2019/07/10-significant-car-care-tips-for-rainy.html


Re: 10 Significant Car Care Tips For The Rainy Season by kaykeys(m): 12:01pm On Jul 06, 2019
Great tips. Thanks OP for this...
Re: 10 Significant Car Care Tips For The Rainy Season by Godspower35(m): 12:12pm On Jul 06, 2019
kaykeys:
Thanks alot sir grin

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Re: 10 Significant Car Care Tips For The Rainy Season by deavicky(m): 12:12pm On Jul 06, 2019
U kill person?
Benekruku:
11. Always sprinkle palm oil on your tires before driving out.

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