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Company reinforces the importance of observing possible irregularities in the vehicle's performance, atypical noises and activation of warning lights on the dashboard before the trip
São Paulo, February 2024 – Attentive to the proximity of Carnival, Niterra, Japanese multinational owner of the NGK and NTK brands and specialized in components for ignition systems and automotive sensors, reinforces the importance of preventive vehicle maintenance with three tips to ensure a safe trip free of mechanical problems and unwanted unforeseen events on the holiday:
1- Perform maintenance with a trusted mechanic: Before you fall into the revelry, The driver should take the car to a trusted mechanic for a complete overhaul that includes a fluid check, Brakes, Tires and other vital components;
2- Take into account the planned mileage: Anticipate maintenance of critical vehicle components by replacing worn parts, especially if you're planning a long-distance trip;
3- Check the fuel gauge: Avoid unforeseen events on the road by ensuring that the marker is working properly. Stopping due to lack of fuel creates inconvenience and can result in traffic violations.
NGK points out what care the driver needs to take with the vehicle and driving
In addition to doing maintenance before the trip, The driver should investigate for signs that indicate any faults in the vehicle. Irregularities in performance, Unusual noises and activation of warning lights on the dashboard are signs that require special care, as they may point to improper functioning.
"The maintenance of the vehicle ends up being, often, neglected throughout the year. Nonetheless, Long holidays can be seen as an opportunity to make sure the car is in good standing before the next trip.", explains Hiromori Mori, Niterra Technical Assistance Consultant.
The Importance of Sensors
"To make the trip as smooth as possible, I emphasize the value of keeping up to date some essential components for the safety and good performance of the car, Like the candles, Ignition Cables & Coils, Fuel Level Sensors, temperature and speed and the ABS system", affirms Mori.
A Niterra, through the NGK and NTK brand, It provides the aftermarket with segmented lines of components for the most diverse automotive applications: candles, NGK brand ignition cables and coils, Oxygen Sensor, fuel level, temperature, ABS, rotation, speed, TPS (butterfly position) and MAP (absolute pressure) of the brand NTK.