Niterra lists the 3 most common mistakes in car maintenance

Do not perform inspection at specific points, Not considering time as a review criterion and not taking into account harsh conditions increase vehicle costs and make driving conditions unsafe

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São Paulo, setembro de 2023 - Niterra, Japanese multinational owner of the NGK and NTK brands and specialist in components for ignition systems and sensors for injection systems, lists the top three mistakes made in car maintenance, that, in addition to increasing vehicle spending, make the conditions of use unsafe. Are they:

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1- Do not perform inspection at specific points: failing to regularly check critical aspects, as the engine oil level, Coolant and tyres, can lead to unexpected problems. These points are easy to inspect and can be performed by the consumer or mechanic himself;

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2- Disregard time as a review criterion: Ignoring the overhaul deadlines set out in the vehicle manual, especially in irregular conditions of use or over short distances, can result in serious failures. Some items, as engine oil, brake fluid, coolant (radiator) and even some timing belts, have a recommendation to exchange for term in addition to mileage, in cases where the consumer "runs little with the car";

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3- Do not take into account conditions of severe use: Do not consider heavy traffic, lack of use of the vehicle, Use on roads with a lot of dust, among other conditions set by the automakers, impairs vehicle maintenance. Although critical, Often these conditions are considered common by drivers because they are everyday.

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In order to avoid these failures the driver must establish a specific day in the week to perform basic inspections of the engine oil level, coolant level, Tyre calibration and wear, as well as completing the fuel level and checking the operation of the vehicle's lamps.

"It's important to be aware of the dashboard indications on the car's dashboard about the right time to do the overhaul. Some cars already have this information on the dashboard and, in the case of vehicles which do not have this function, It's worth having a reminder not to miss the deadline.", recomenda Hiromori Mori, technical assistance consultant at Niterra do Brasil. "You can optimize the oil change label and mark that information for the next review."

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Situations such as unusual noises, Abnormal behaviors or increased fuel consumption also function as signs of the need for maintenance. "In cases like these or other difficulties, Look for your trusted mechanic.", highlights Mori.

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In addition to the points raised, Vehicles with up-to-date maintenance also collaborate with environmental issues. "Components such as spark plugs and spark coils and oxygen sensors contribute to the reduction of fuel consumption and pollutant emissions. As the cost of fuel is too high, the increase in consumption represents a higher expenditure on fuel", affirms Mori. "That's why, You have to be alert to the maintenance of these components."