Your automobile plays a significant role in day-to-day living. It serves as your major source of productivity and must receive sufficient care to remain so. In addition to fuel, your automobile contains a number of fluids that serve various purposes to keep it operating smoothly. The effectiveness, lifespan, and performance of your automobile depend on the six primary fluids, which must be examined and replenished on a regular basis.

DIFFERENT TYPES OF FLUIDS FOR YOUR CAR

 1. BRAKE FLUID

It goes without saying that well-functioning brakes are crucial for maintaining traffic safety. Braking fluid is necessary for the brake system of a vehicle to operate correctly. The fluid should be light brown or yellow in color and should be at the top of the container. If it seems muddy or dark, it has to be changed.

2.   COOLANT

Antifreeze, often known as coolant, generally has a neon green or neon yellow tint and has two functions. The coolant makes it possible for the radiator inside of your automobile to prevent overheating. When the outside temperature is too high or uncomfortable, the coolant’s second function is to give all passengers cold air conditioning.

3.   MOTOR/ENGINE OIL

Motor oil is typically regarded as the second-most crucial fluid for your automobile after fuel since it maintains all of the engine’s moving components lubricated and functioning properly. It should be transparent and typically be amber or golden in hue. You must replace your motor oil immediately if it is black, thick, or contains particles; else, your car might have a serious problem in the future.

4.   POWER STEERING FLUID

Most likely, you have power steering if you drive a contemporary vehicle. Make sure your power steering fluid levels are monitored and in good condition to maintain your car’s steering flexible and responsive.

5.   TRANSMISSION FLUID

You may change gears by using the gears, clutches, and valves in your car’s gearbox. All of the moving parts in the transmission are kept lubricated by the transmission fluid, allowing you to smoothly shift from park to reverse to drive and back again in any direction.

6.   WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID

Windshield washer fluid is perhaps the least “essential” of all the fluids, but it is crucial for the driver to preserve sight and guarantee the safety of all passengers and other drivers. The purpose of this fluid is to clean your car’s windshield of any bugs, dirt, or grime that may have amassed there. 

FLUID CHANGING SCHEDULE

The fluids in your car need to be changed or refilled sometimes. An overview of when to check and change the fluids in most automobiles is provided below:

EVERY 3 YEARS OR 30,000 MILES (WHICHEVER COMES FIRST)

• Brake Fluid
• Coolant
• Power Steering Fluid
• Transmission Fluid

EVERY 5,000 MILES

• Motor/Engine Oil

AS NEEDED

• Windshield Washer Fluid

NEED TO REPLACE YOUR FLUIDS?

Visit your neighborhood car repair shop for all of your fluid replacement and vehicle maintenance requirements. Our licensed auto repair professionals have serviced thousands of cars and are experts in fluid replacement. To make an appointment, give us a call right now.