How to sanitize your car cabin
4 signs you should get your brakes checked
If you share your car, drive for Uber or give rides to friends and family mem- bers, sanitizing your vehicle is a must. Here’s a brief guide to eliminating vi- ruses from your car’s interior. TAKE PRECAUTIONS When cleaning your vehicle, make sure to wear protective gloves and a mask to guard against virus transmission. BE THOROUGH Make sure to clean all high-touch sur- faces. This includes the steering wheel, turn signal lever, seatbelts, cupholders, sun visors, door handles (inner and ou- ter), armrests, radio and centre console. If the weather permits, it’s also a good idea to open your windows to air out the cabin.
When it comes to vehicle safety, your car’s braking system plays a crucial role. Here are four signs that you need to get your brakes professionally serviced. 1. UNUSUAL NOISES Brake pads have built-in wear indicators that produce a high-pitched squeal when the pads wear down. As soon as you hear this sound — you can’t mistake it! — you need to get your brake pads replaced. 2. VIBRATIONS It’s normal for your brake system and other car components to pulse and vi- brate when you slam on the brakes. However, if your brakes vibrate when applied normally, this is a major red flag. In most cases, brake shudder is caused by an unevenly worn brake rotor.
USE THE RIGHT PRODUCTS Use a disinfectant with at least 70 per cent alcohol to sanitize the hard surfaces in your vehicle. This includes the dash- board, glove compartment and stereo. For fabric and leather seats and features, opt for a gentle cleaning solution of dish soap and water. Scrub the fabric or lea- ther well with a microfibre cloth. Howe- ver, be careful not to soak fabric seats, as this can encourage mould growth in the cushions. Taking these steps will help ensure that your car is safe to ride in for you and your passengers.
3. PULLING If your car pulls to the left or right, it’s li- kely due to uneven tire pressure, in- correct wheel alignment or a problem with the brake system. If it’s the brakes, you may have a stuck caliper, collapsed brake hose or uneven brake pads. 4. SPONGY PEDAL If your pedal feels mushy or you have to apply extra pressure when braking, this is usually an indication that the brake fluid isn’t flowing properly. Replacing the brake fluid typically corrects this issue. Finally, note that experts recommend car owners get their brakes checked every six months.
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