Traveling long distances by car has a lot of advantages. You are independent of the schedule and congestion of transport, of the time of day and stops. This is complete freedom, where you can enjoy the beauty of the area you are driving through without limit. But at the same time, it is a huge responsibility. First of all, you need to prepare the car for a long journey.
Engine
Before each long distance check the level of the technical fluids in the engine. You can do this both yourself, if you understand cars, and in the service. This is especially important after the change of season, when the risk of leakage and precipitation is especially high. Such a nuisance can lead to constant overheating of the engine while driving.
An important stage in preparing a car for a long journey is washing the engine. But you should not do this using chemical detergents, it is better to order a hand wash.
Cooling system and light
Especially carefully check the serviceability of all lighting fixtures in the car. In the warm season, a complete check of the air conditioning system will not be superfluous. The most common cause of a malfunctioning cooling system is a frion leak. The liquid has neither color nor smell, so there is no way to accidentally detect this malfunction. Only in the service center, with the help of special equipment, will be able to detect the problem.
Chassis
Here it is best to drive the car for a full check to a specialized service. There, after a complete inspection, the master will be able to tell you in detail about the state of the steering, brake pads and discs.
At the end of preparing the car for a long journey, you need to carefully check the alignment and wheel balance.
