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How Often Should You Inspect Your Car's Fluids and Tire Pressure?

How Often Should You Inspect Your Car's Fluids and Tire Pressure?

Your car fluids enable different vehicle systems to run smoothly and at maximum performance. Examples include the transmission, power steering, wiper, and brake fluids. As each fluid circulates in its respective system, its level and quality drop due to contamination, leading to various vehicle problems. However, these fluids require flushing at various intervals, and it's critical to know when to take the car to the technician for each flush. Flush the Following Fluids Regularly for Optimum Car Performance Engine Oil You can do an oil inspection using a dipstick. If the levels are below the specified margin or the color has turned to black, it's time to change the oil. Still, the interval for that is every 50,000-70,000 miles. Transmission Fluid The transmission fluid keeps the gears running smoothly, and you need to check it every time you have an oil change. The recommended interval for transmission flushes is 30,000 miles. Brake Fluid As the name suggests, this fluid ... read more

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