{"id":1712,"date":"2019-02-06T22:36:58","date_gmt":"2019-02-06T22:36:58","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.dealerfireblog.com\/carvillesautomart\/?p=1712"},"modified":"2019-02-06T22:36:58","modified_gmt":"2019-02-06T22:36:58","slug":"how-to-properly-store-a-car-for-winter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carvillesautomart.com\/blog\/how-to-properly-store-a-car-for-winter\/","title":{"rendered":"How to properly store a car for winter"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you\u2019re anything like us, you\u2019re looking for long life and great times from your vehicle no matter the condition. Still, however, when the temperature gets colder and the climate gets harsher, it\u2019s always a good idea to keep your unused model stored so that it can perform at its best during spring, summer and fall. So, today our Carville\u2019s Auto Mart team wants to show you some tips on how to properly store a car for winter \u2013 once the thaw comes, you\u2019ll be back on the road with fun ahead yet again!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Keep It in a Dry and Dimly Lit Place\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

In order to avoid potential damage to your vehicle\u2019s interior or exterior build, you should keep it in a dry and dark spot so that it won\u2019t be affected by humidity or light. This means that your garage, if well insulated, is a perfect location!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Give Your Vehicle a Wash and Waxing\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

You want to have your model looking fresh once it\u2019s ready to go for the new seasons, so before you put it into storage, be sure to give it a nice wash and wax so it\u2019ll be clean once you uncover it.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Change Oil and Filter\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

Over time, even without much use, oil can start to break down inside your model; that\u2019s why it\u2019s a good idea to get your oil and filter changed before you store it away during colder temperatures \u2013 plus, when you start to drive again, you won\u2019t have to worry about getting an oil change right away!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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More Tips and Tricks: How to change your oil<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Fill Fuel Tank and Add Stabilizer\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

In the same vein, you should aim to fill up your tank before storing your car; for added protection, add some fuel stabilizer to it so that it will still operate well the first time you turn your engine over.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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More FAQs: Why is your car’s fuel economy worse in the winter?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Fill Up Tires\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

Just like oil, your tires are prone to being deflated with or without use, and especially when the air gets colder. So, be sure to get them filled up with plenty of air the next time you\u2019re at a gas station.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

If you\u2019re anything like us, you\u2019re looking for long life and great times from your vehicle no matter the condition. Still, however, when the temperature gets colder and the climate gets harsher, it\u2019s always a good idea to keep your unused model stored so that it can perform at its best during spring, summer and […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1713,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[77,78],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\t\n\n\n\t\n