Just as it was important to go on vacation with the car in good mechanical condition, checking it and doing the maintenance on the way back is a guarantee to avoid later problems.

And go on holiday by car requires a series of route preparation work to ensure a safe and smooth journey, making a complete inspection of the vehicle on return to everyday life should not be minimized, because depending on the destination you have traveled to, there are things that specifically require special attention.

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For those who chose holiday at seathere are two points to always focus on: saltpeter and sand. For those who have taken the precaution of washing the car periodically, for example once a week if it has been at least 15 days, the task will be less complex, because the abundant water It helps the haters of the paint, suspension and steering parts not stick, and with a thorough but conventional wash it will be enough to get everything looking like it did before you traveled.

Washing after the holidays should be very deep, especially for those who have been to the beaches. Removing traces of sand and saltpeter will prevent further corrosion
Washing after the holidays should be very deep, especially for those who have been to the beaches. Removing traces of sand and saltpeter will prevent further corrosion

But Those who washed the car for the last time before going on vacation and intend to do it only when they get home, it is recommended to carry out this task more carefully, because Improper washing will only damage the paint, body plastics and rubber elements of doors and windows. And not all cars are the same, because light-colored cars, exposed to direct sunlight for several days, heat up less than dark cars. Keep in mind that the hotter the surface, the more dirt will stick, so more work will be required to remove it.

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wash with pressurized water is essential, as this will ensure that the plate is very clean. Beyond that, you also have to wash the lower parts with a little degreasing product Strong to remove all traces of saltpeter and sand and prevent corrosion in the future. Even though I have a pressure washer, it is better if washing after the holidays is not done at homebut in a utility room that has the possibility of lifting the vehicle to access the lower area.

Dirt and gravel roads generate a lot of dust in the mechanical parts of the suspension and steering. Seeing them again is something no one should stop doing when they return.
Dirt and gravel roads generate a lot of dust in the mechanical parts of the suspension and steering. Seeing them again is something no one should stop doing when they return.

On the other hand, if fate were to Patagonia, Cuyo or the sierras from the center, where the most popular dirt roads, washing the car does not have the difficulty of having to remove sand and saltpeter, so it is not so important, although it is recommended, that the lower part of the car is washed. Lots of water and a wax to cover scratches from branches and low bushes that always get in the way, it is good to leave the bodywork in good condition.

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Instead, what becomes very important is anything that gets dust or pebbles that can affect the mechanical part. Changing the air filter is essential and almost “compulsory”, even if a new filter had been fitted before leaving on vacation, and if it were possible for economic reasons, it would be practical to also change the other filters, the diesel and oil from filters for the engine, even if no more than 10,000 kilometers have been driven, and pollen for the cabin.

Filters are the guardians of the engine, if they are covered or dirty, they do not protect as they should and can cause damage that is very expensive to repair. In the case of the fuel filter, it should always be considered that during a trip it is often loaded at very different gas stations, and the quality of the fuel is not always the best.

Checking a car's suspension and steering after traveling on dirt and gravel roads can provide early detection of a worn or broken part before it causes mechanical problems.
Checking a car’s suspension and steering after traveling on dirt and gravel roads can provide early detection of a worn or broken part before it causes mechanical problems.

Finally, for those who submitted their car to uneven roads or with stones and gravel of different types and sizes, bellows, ball joints, suspension racks and steering endsthey may have felt this requirement out of the ordinary, so a complete overhaul of the wheel-related mechanics, including the condition of the shock absorbersthis can help prevent tires from wearing out badly and eventually requiring replacement in a short amount of time.

Whatever destination you traveled to, if more than 10,000 kilometers have been driven you also have to change the engine oil, after which the specific filter will also be replaced. The summer sun punishes body tires a lot, but not just the lickers, which are primed and sheltered for most of their run, but basically the windscreen wipers. Changing them if they are dry to the touch will help to drain water better, but will also prevent scratches on the glass.

Oil changes are currently very expensive in Argentina, but using bulk oil or oil from little-known brands can cause much more costly engine damage.
Oil changes are currently very expensive in Argentina, but using bulk oil or oil from little-known brands can cause much more expensive engine damage.

It is always important to understand that Postponing maintenance work on a car has an inevitable consequencewhich can range from an additional expense to repair a breakage caused by a malfunction, to the consequences of an accident, both economically and on the health of passengers.

And although currently the spare parts have very high prices, Placing a poor quality product will only lead to early replacement or further breakage. It’s not for nothing that our grandparents always said that “cheap is expensive”.

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