In winter, car maintenance becomes very important. If you are not careful, your car will be damaged and its service life will be affected. Do you know all the misunderstandings about car maintenance in winter? Let's take a look!

Myth 1: Use boiling water to pour water on frozen car windows

It is common for car windows to freeze in winter, especially after rain or snow. Do not pour hot water directly on the car at this time. Not only can it easily cause the window glass to burst, but the sudden change in temperature can also cause the car paint to lose its luster.

Correct method: If there is snow on the car body, the snow should be swept off first. For the residual ice left, you can start the car and turn on the heating system and then wipe the car with warm water. After rinsing, you should open the car door and wipe off the water marks to prevent ice from forming at the door seam.

Myth 2: Anti-skid chains can be installed casually

In winter, the road surface becomes icy and slippery. Many car owners like to install anti-skid chains to ensure safer driving. However, anti-skid chains are not installed casually.

Correct method: Since the chain must be installed on the tire that plays the main role, you must first confirm whether the car is front-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive before installation. If it is an automatic transmission model, you must also pay attention to installing anti-skid chains on both front wheels or rear wheels at the same time. In addition, anti-skid chains also have sizes. Pay attention to choosing anti-skid chains that match the wheel size.

Myth 3: Warming up the car in situ in cold winter

Some car owners think that the longer the warm-up time, the better, but this is not the case. Warming up the car in situ usually only allows the engine temperature to rise, and other parts are still in a cold state, which will not only cause environmental pollution, but also increase wear, carbon deposits in the engine and deteriorate the acidity of the engine oil.

Correct method: After the car is started, wait for the speed to stabilize slightly before shifting gears and driving, without waiting for the water temperature to rise in situ. Keep driving at a low speed when driving, and never drive at a high speed, otherwise it will directly wear out the engine and gearbox. After the engine temperature rises to the normal operating temperature, resume normal driving. Before that, avoid intense driving.

Myth 4: Antifreeze can be mixed at will

In winter, it is essential to replace the antifreeze. If you find that the antifreeze in the car is obviously insufficient, do not add water directly or mix different brands of antifreeze. Different types of antifreeze have different freezing points due to different proportions and ingredients during preparation. Direct mixing will affect the use effect.

Correct method: If the antifreeze becomes darker and turbid, it means that the quality has declined. The antifreeze should be replaced in time after the freezing point test. If you need to replace different brands of antifreeze, you should first completely remove the residual antifreeze in the car.

Myth 5: The battery does not need to be deliberately kept warm

In fact, the battery is more afraid of cold than we think. In a low temperature environment, the battery capacity is much lower than at normal temperature. Once its performance is lower than the standard value, the engine will not start normally.

Correct method: If the car is parked in the open air or in a garage for a long time without use, the battery should be removed and stored in a warmer room to prevent the battery from freezing and damage.

Myth 6: Car washing in winter can be perfunctory

There is a lot of rain and snow in winter. Some car owners are afraid of the cold, so they usually only wipe the surface roughly when washing the car. This is really not conducive to car maintenance. If the car is washed too perfunctorily, water stains will remain in the door gaps, door locks, handles and other parts, causing the car to freeze or even freeze.

correct method: If the snow is not removed in time, it will corrode the car paint. The car should be washed immediately after the snow, and it is best to go to a computer car wash room with a drying system to dry the remaining water droplets in the gaps of the car body, and then wipe it dry manually to effectively prevent the car body from freezing.

Winter is more important for cars. Careful maintenance should not be taken lightly. During daily maintenance, we should pay attention to regular inspections and timely replacement of antifreeze. When washing the car, you should pay attention to doing the drying work in place, otherwise once the residual water stains freeze the car body, it will cause damage to the car. Pay attention to the 6 major misunderstandings in car maintenance to keep your car warm in winter!