What is the best way to cool your car quickly? How to get your car freed from mud or sand? Even if you have a permanent driving license, there are a lot of things that can be learned with experience. We have got tips and tricks for you and your car to manoeuvre, safety and predict danger.
Fuel Tank Cap
If you have hired a car or brought a new one but you don’t know which side the fuel cap opens to fill the fuel tank. Car manufacturers usually provide a little arrow with a fuel gauge that points to which side the fuel caps open.
Efficient Use of Car Air Condition
If your car is under sun for hours; don’t switch on car air conditioning at max. The AC system also gathers toxic substances that are harmful to human health. A really easy way of getting rid of it is to pump out hot air naturally hence before you get in the car, pull down your driver’s side window then go over to the other side of the car and just blow out all the hot air. Just give four to five swings. Also open and close the driver’s door a few times in a row. You can actually feel hot air coming out and then start your car with windows open. Turn on the Car air conditioning blower at maximum speed for 30 seconds to 5 minutes and wait to get fresh cool air. Then you are ready to go. This way you achieve the best utilization of car AC. This will help car AC to work more efficiently. Clean car AC filter regularly. If filter accumulates dirt in it, it blocks the airflow inside the vehicle. Don’t use auto climate control in hot weather, use it manually. It will help you save fuel.
Best Seat Position for Driving
It will make you more comfortable and safer when driving seat is adjusted at proper position. Adjust your seat in such a way that with your right foot you can depress the brake pedal with maximum force on it. There has to be a bit of an angle behind your knee so that you have maximum force to push the brake pedal in case of emergency. Put your wrist at 12 O’clock on the steering wheel and make sure that there is an arch in your arm. Also hold the steering wheel in such a way that your hand positions at 9 and 3 O’clock. Your hand will be parallel to your shoulders that way you have maximum force when you want to turn the steering wheel suddenly during an emergency situation. Back rest incline should be adjusted at about a 100-degree angle; this sitting position will decrease pressure on your lower back so you’re more comfortable. Make sure top of your head is level with the top of the headrest. Once your seat is adjusted for comfort and safety, don’t forget to wear your seat belt.
Unstuck Your Car from Mud Or Sand
Don’t get panic if you get stuck in mud or sand. Initially give car tires some room to manoeuvre by moving the steering wheel back but do it really slowly. Increase surface area of tires by deflating them to half of the air in it. Then dig out some soil around them to create a space. You can use branches or car floor mats to create an extra fraction. Once you are freed from mud, sand, snow successfully; inflate the tires back and drive slowly for initial few kilometres.
Fire extinguisher for Emergency
You should always have a fire extinguisher that is designed for automotive purposes. It should be placed so that it is within your reach during an emergency.
If car headlights get cloudy apply toothpaste on it; another option is you can buy a lens cleaning kit.
Always Check Spare Wheel Situation
Always check your spare tire situation in your new car before you hit the road for long drives. Some cars have space saver tires, some cars offer puncture repair kits, some cars have run flat tires. Always do a dry run first in your own garage with available tools so that you don’t get stuck in the middle of the road.
Flip Steering Wheel When Car is Parked Under Hot Sun
If you know you have to park your car in the sun and you don’t have anything to cover your steering wheel. After you have parked the vehicle, flip the steering wheel over 180 degrees so that the underneath of your steering wheel is hitting the Sun. There are two benefits of doing this. One when you get back in your car; it won’t burn your hands and the number two top of the steering wheel doesn’t fade and looks nice.
Use Good OBD2 Device
Finally, a good OBD scan tool is a must which you can buy really cheap on the internet for between 500 rupees and 1000 rupees. You can plug that in and check to see if there’s any trouble codes.