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Winter weather can certainly rough up your vehicle, from scratching the paint to corroding internal components. It’s hard to stay on top of maintenance when you’re caught in the thick of it all, but now that spring is approaching, you can finally take the time to restore your car without dealing with freezing temperatures. Here with their seasoned advice on preparing your car for warmer weather is the staff at VanDemark Company, Amelia, OH’s one-stop shop for new and used auto parts, car repair, and more.

Here are five tips for preparing your car for warmer weather:

  • Remove Salt & Grime From Underbody: All that winter road salt will have eventually made its way into your car’s underbody, where it can lead to accelerated corrosion and rust. If you haven’t already, take your car to the nearest car wash and spray it all down, with special attention to car doors.

  • used auto partsScrub the Battery: Open up the hood of your car and do some cleaning in there as well. Your battery, in particular, will benefit from a detailed scrub with baking soda and water. If a car battery gets dirty enough, the resulting corrosion will eventually prevent your car from starting.

  • Replace Windshield Wipers: Your wipers take a lot of abuse over the winter. Now that it’s winding to a close, stop by your local new and used auto parts store and pick up a fresh pair of wipers. Prepare for those upcoming spring showers knowing you’ll have a streak-free windshield.

  • Top Up on Fluids: While you’re at the store, stock up on additional windshield wiper fluid, coolant, motor oil, and other fluids.

  • Clean Inside & Out: Road salt is also damaging to your car’s interior. In addition to scrubbing the exterior, invest time into steam cleaning your car’s upholstery, and throw those foot rugs into the washer. After all that cleaning both inside and out, throw on a layer of car wax for another few months of protection.

For all of your auto repair needs, stop by VanDemark Company in Amelia. For questions about their impressive selection of new and used auto parts, give them a call at (513) 797-7278. You can also reach them online, on Facebook, and on Twitter.

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