If you live in the Northern Hemisphere, you are most likely used to cold weather and know just how much the cold weather has an effect on your ability to successfully start your car. One of the main reasons is that car batteries have trouble in producing an electrical current in cold weather.
The oil inside the car becomes thick and if the fuel lines have water in them, the fuel is blocked from flowing properly. Regular maintenance of your vehicle is important and there are also certain things that you can do to reduce the chances of these problems recurring in cold weather.
?5 Tips for Starting Car in Cold Weather
Below are the top 5 tips that will help you start the car even when the temperature of the surrounding environment is cold.
- Use Proper Oil ? Different types of oils are used for different types of vehicles. Check the owner?s manual to see which type of oil you need to use for your car. 5w-20 or 10W-40 are the two numbers used to identify most oil types. 10W is often used in car temperatures.
- Park Vehicle in Garage ? Parking the car inside the garage will keep it warm. It will prevent problems with battery or oil.
- Use Less Electricity on Startup ? If you want to conserve the power of the battery when you turn the key in the ignition you should turn off other electrical accessories.
- Crank the Engine ? If the engine doesn?t start when you turn the key in the ignition, it is advisable to wait for a few seconds before you repeat the process.
- Jump Start ? The vehicle may sometimes need a jump start in cold weather. If you have another car, you can use battery cables to connect the battery of both cars.
Following these simple tips will help you avoid vehicle problems in the cold winter months and ensure that the car functions efficiently.
