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Get Your Kids Back to College in a Reliable Car

posted on 8/31/2017 2:49:11 AM
College Auto Repair in Roanoke, VABefore you know it, it’s going to be time for your kids to be headed off for fall semester of college. While 18- and 19-year-olds have all kinds of smarts, they might not always be very well-versed in taking care of a car. Often, college students don’t do a lot of driving, except for their trips home…but here are some ideas to make sure that your student’s car is one less thing for you to worry about. 
  • Before that student heads off to school, have the oil changed and the tires rotate and balanced. Make sure that there’s a sticker on the windshield with the date and mileage for the next oil change, and remind him/her to have the oil changed and tires rotated when the odometer hits that reading.
  • Make sure your kid knows how to check oil and transmission fluid; even though that shouldn’t typically be much of a problem for a good vehicle, it’s an important thing to know.
  • Underinflated tires are a problem; they make a vehicle handle poorly, they wear unevenly, hurt fuel economy and can overheat and even fail on long trips. Make sure your college student knows that, and knows how to use a tire gauge to check inflation before starting on a trip back home. Get a look at the tread depth and condition too, while you’re at it.
  • If your student is headed off to a university in an area that has harsh winters, make sure the car is fully prepped for winter. That means a fresh pair of windshield wipers, a recent cooling system flush, belts and hoses that are in good condition and battery posts cables that are free of corrosion.
  • Make sure the car is well-equipped with a trouble bag. That means highway flares, a pair of jumper cables, a good flashlight, blankets and snacks and a first-aid kit. While you’re in the trunk, get a look at the spare tire and make sure it’s inflated and in good condition. Spares tend to degrade and dry-rot, since they usually go for long periods without being used. 
If you follow all these tips and make sure your college-bound student is up to speed on them as well, you can have a measure of peace of mind for your empty-nest years. If you’ve got any doubts or feel you might need a little more in-depth auto repair and maintenance, set up an appointment with us at Star City Tire & Battery Service in Roanoke, VA and we’ll make sure your student is road-ready! 
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