How to extend the life of your minivan: care and maintenance tips
Have you invested in a minivan and want to keep it in good condition for as long as possible? Here are some care and maintenance tips you can follow to prolong the life of your minivan.
Check the oil level regularly
Regularly check the oil level of your minivan’s engine. You can do this yourself by referring to your vehicle’s owner’s manual. If the oil level is too low, you need to top it up. If the level is too high, you must drain it and refill it. You should also check the transmission and power steering oil level.
Check coolant level
Coolant is essential to keep your minivan’s engine running at optimum temperature. You should check the coolant level monthly and top it up if necessary. You should also check the color and quality of the coolant and replace it if necessary.
Check brake fluid level
Brake fluid is essential to keep your minivan’s brakes working properly. You should check the brake fluid level monthly and top it up if necessary. You should also check the color and quality of the brake fluid and replace it if necessary.
Check fuel level
You should check your minivan’s fuel level monthly and top it up if necessary. You should also check the quality of gasoline and replace it if necessary.
Check washer fluid levels
You should check the windshield washer fluid level monthly and top it up if necessary. You should also check the quality of the windshield washer fluid and replace it if necessary.
Check tire pressure
You should check your minivan’s tire pressure monthly and adjust them if necessary. You should also check the tires for wear and replace them if necessary.
Check power steering fluid levels
You should check the power steering fluid level monthly and top it up if necessary. You should also check the color and quality of the power steering fluid and replace it if necessary.
Check transmission fluid levels
You should check the transmission fluid level monthly and top it up if necessary.