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Winter weather can be tough on your vehicle, which is why it's important to get your Hyundai ready before the cold weather hits.

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The temperature-related expansion and contraction of automotive components makes springtime the best time to deal with problems that commonly rear their heads in winter and summer. In spring, drivers have the opportunity to catch and correct minor issues before they spiral at of control. At Fred Beans Hyundai of Langhorne, we want all locals to have access to reliable dependable automobiles, as well as routine preventative maintenance that they can trust.

Learn More About The Required Maintenance For Your Vehicle

If you haven't done so already, take the time to 

Your car probably has a cabin filter that cleans the air before it blows into your face. Your car also definitely has an engine air filter that cleans the air before sending it into the engine. These should both be serviced regularly to maintain a healthy engine and breathing conditions inside the chassis.

How Do I Know When to Service My Air Filters?

Sometimes your check engine light will illuminate if your air filter is so clogged that it is inhibiting air from entering the combustion chamber. Air filter replacement is a good idea every 20 thousand miles or so…

Testing your car's battery is a good way to start diagnosing car problems. You can easily test your vehicle's battery with a voltmeter by touching the test leads to the appropriate terminals of the battery while the car is turned off. You should get a measure of 12.4 volts or higher if the battery is good. If the battery is bad you will know because it will measure lower than 12.4 volts and the battery will consistently lose its charge.

What Do I Do If My Battery Has Voltage but the Car Still Won't Start…

When your car is dinged or scratched, you might be able to save some money by repairing the damage on your own. Most light scratches can easily be taken care of with a few basic products and a little bit of work.

After cleaning your car and parking it in a shaded area, you should gently scuff the paint around the scratch with sandpaper that is at least 220 grit. While sanding, you must continuously rinse the area with clean water to remove contaminants.  

Once called a vehicle's generator, the alternator works the same way. A vehicle's alternator produces energy to keep the electrical system going and the battery charged.

To know if the alternator is malfunctioning, look at the instrument panel. If the warning like looks like a battery or says "ALT" or "GEN," there's a good chance the alternator is faulty.

How can you tell if it's the alternator or the battery when you're having car trouble? Jump start the dead vehicle and then remove the jumper cables. If the car stops running not long after, the…

Replacing your tires is something that has to be done from time to time. Where you drive your car and how often you drive will impact how long you can go on your tires. If the tires are cracked or the tread is low, it’s dangerous for you to drive on them.

There are a few ways to find out if it’s time to schedule a tire replacement in Langhorne, PA. Do your tires lose pressure? 

When the belts or hoses in your vehicle are failing, you run the risk of doing serious damage to the engine if the issue is not addressed in a timely manner. Look for these warning signs that there might be trouble with the car's belts or hoses.

The hoses allow engine coolant to move from the engine to radiator and back, keeping the engine moving parts cooler. If the hoses look bloated or appear to be splitting or cracking, it's time to get them replaced before they fail and the engine overheats. 

As temperatures continuously fall, winter is surely making a mark on Langhorne, PA motorists. For many drivers, there are many safety measures we must endure to keep our vehicle running in tip-top condition. A well performing vehicle is vital, especially during the freezing winter months.

One common recommendation that often gets overlooked may possibly prevent you from emergency vehicle repairs. A full fuel tank during winter may keep your car on the road and out of repair shops. Professionals advise a full tank during any cold or possibly freezing conditions.