{"id":509,"date":"2019-01-30T18:17:21","date_gmt":"2019-01-30T18:17:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.autorepairindy.com\/blog\/?p=509"},"modified":"2019-01-30T18:17:21","modified_gmt":"2019-01-30T18:17:21","slug":"can-cold-weather-damage-my-car","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.autorepairindy.com\/blog\/can-cold-weather-damage-my-car\/","title":{"rendered":"Can Cold Weather Damage My Car?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

With the current freezing cold temperatures and wind chill reports, you may be concerned how the cold weather will affect various areas of your life. From skin and hair, to roofing, plumbing, landscaping, and energy bills, winter weather can bring about a lot of undesirable changes and conditions. But one of the most vital assets that many tend to overlook are cars. Have you considered whether or not freezing cold temperatures can harm your vehicle? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Continue reading to learn how cold climates might affect your car, and what you can do to protect it this season.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Cold Temperatures and Cars<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

There are various ways cold temperatures and winter weather\ncan negatively affect vehicles. Problems with car batteries, fluids, windshield\nwipers, tires, and more, can arise as a result of cold climates and freezing conditions.\nHere is more about each common issue, including recommended preventive measures\nand remedies:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

☑ Dead Car Batteries<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

A common automotive malfunction that can be caused by\nextreme low temperatures are dead car batteries. Although most modern car\nbatteries are designed to last an average of 3 years and withstand cold\ntemperatures, it is possible for them to lose voltage in extreme or persistent\nconditions. The loss of voltage makes it harder for a vehicle to start, thus killing\nthe battery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

☑ Thickening Fluids<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Another common issue with cars and cold weather is fluid\nthickening. All vehicles requires a list of specific automotive fluids for safe\nand optimal performance, including motor oil, radiator fluid (coolant\/antifreeze),\ntransmission fluid, brake fluid, power steering fluid, windshield wiper fluid, and\nbattery fluid. Extreme cold temperatures can cause automotive fluid to thicken,\nand become too viscous to perform properly. If your car feels sluggish, drives\nslow, or does not start, it could be due to this issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

☑ Tire Pressure<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Cold temperatures can also cause tire pressure problems,\nmost commonly, low tire pressure and deflated tires. The general, accepted rule\nof thumb is that a tire loses 1 pound per square inch (psi) for every 10\ndegrees Fahrenheit of temperature drop. Not only do under or deflated tires\nperform poorly, they are unsafe and can lead to other automotive problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

☑ Windshield Wiper Malfunctions<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Freezing temperatures means freezing liquids. And although\nmost windshield wiper fluids are specially designed to resist freezing, they\ncan still freeze over in extreme low temperatures. Another issue with cold\nweather and windshield wipers are motor malfunctions. The ice can cause stress\nand fractures in the wiper motor, as well as, the blades themselves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Get the Best Advice for Winter Car Care <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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