THE IMPORTANCE OF PERIODIC CHECKS

TAKING YOUR VEHICLE TO THE WORKSHOP ALSO HELPS THE ENVIRONMENT

Checking the vehicle periodically is a habit that improves road safety. A car that works perfectly will respond better to any dangerous situation.

However, regular maintenance doesn't just do that. They also help the environment.

There are several elements of a car that are directly related to the amount of emissions it produces. For instance,

• the exhaust system and, if applicable, the catalytic converter. The condition of these elements and their fixings, as well as that of the particle filter, has a decisive influence on the vehicle's emission level. That is why it is important to review them.In addition, there are other elements that have an influence on the ecology of the vehicle, although it is not so obvious. For example, motor oil, which has many properties that improve engine performance and prevent emissions from increasing. It is necessary to respect the oil and filter change intervals established by the manufacturer, since their functions include trapping carbon deposits before they reach the combustion chamber and preventing emissions from rising. Very used oils lose this capacity, so it is advisable to renew them when you touch.
• Likewise, the lubricant prevents the engine parts from rubbing against each other and that the engine has to exert effort to do the same job. Thus, it prevents consumption - and therefore emissions - from skyrocketing. It also helps to maintain an optimal temperature inside the engine, a task in which it supports the great protagonist, the coolant. It is a very important task for the efficiency of the propellants, that is why both fluids must maintain their properties and a correct level.
• The condition of the tires also affects emissions. At this point, it is very important to maintain a correct inflation pressure to promote low fuel consumption and emissions.
• For its part, the poor condition of the shock absorbers can affect the aerodynamics of the vehicle. That is why it is convenient to review their status and change them when necessary.
• Encouraging proper fuel combustion is one of the best strategies for maintaining an environmentally friendly car. An air filter in good condition, which is not saturated, allows sufficient air intake for combustion to take place optimally and does not require excess fuel

These are some of the components that influence the ecology of your vehicle. Remember that going to your nearest Certified Workshop is the best way to make sure that your car respects the environment.

vs Oct 2021