Common Car Problems

Regular car repairs, timely oil replacement, or any other ritual that is essential for keeping your car in good condition is not enough to avoid that one terrible time when your car would break down right in the middle of the road. How frustrating it is to be on the road helpless and wait for some roadside assistance. At that moment of dread and irritation, all you wanted was to know beforehand the problem that your car had. It would have saved you from spending so many hours on the street.
This article is written to help you identify some of the common problems that your car is likely to encounter. If you know what the problem is, you can at least try to resolve them in a timely manner. Before we talk about the common problems, it is important to remind you that at the time when you car breaks down and until the time some professional help arrives, try to remain at a safe place and take steps to increase your visibility.

1. Brake Pad Wear

The important safety tip is to have fully functional brakes. If your brakes falter, you will have a difficult time on the road. To gauge whether your brakes are in good condition, try to determine the thickness of your brake pad. If the brake pads appear to be thin, it is time for you to get them replaced. So, before embarking on any journey, even if it's just from home to work, it is always recommended to have your brakes thoroughly checked. Your little negligence can result in a horrifying experience that could have been easily avoided by your proactive approach. In addition to this, you should also get your brake fluid checked. This is the common problem that many motorists avoid to pay attention to. Ideally, your brake fluid should be flushed and replaced with a new one every 2 years.

2. Oil Leaks

Oil is the lifeblood of your car. You are prone towards showing negligence when it comes to replacing your car oil in a timely manner. The time required for changing the oil depends on the car type. Learn what your car manufacturer says about this specific maintenance and follow the steps religiously. Also, if your dashboard shows low levels of oil even though you have refilled it recently, you should better check for any leaks. If your car is parked, look thoroughly on the pavement on which the car was parked. If there are oil stains, you have enough evidence to conclude that there is a leak. For this, get your oil filters replaced the next time you visit your mechanic.

3. Bad Gas Mileage  

If your car is consuming more gas than it should be, you must get your fuel and air filters checked. If this is all good, you should get your tires checked. Make sure to get all these components checked to avoid huge cost per mile.

4. Engine Overheating
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Modern cars do not face the problem of engine overheating because of the built-in cooling system. But the engine can still overheat and the likely problem for this is the malfunctioning radiator. So, if you face the problem of frequent engine overheating, get your radiator checked.

Summary

​Have a look at some common car problems to have them checked regularly and timely.