Tips for "Spring Cleaning" Your Car

WESTLAND, Mich - In honor of the first day of spring being only a few days away, why not get in a "warm" state of mind? After this brutal winter, spring weather may seem like a distant thought, but soon enough we will be driving with the windows down! Along with the rest of your spring cleaning rituals, you cannot forget to give your car a good scrub down. We are here to give you some of our favorite Tips for "Spring Cleaning" Your Car. 

1. Rinse off the underbody. With all of the snow we have had this winter season, tons of salt, dirt and other grime has more than likely built up on the undercarriage of your vehicle. Leaving the build up can cause corrosion and rust issues, which in turn can make your vehicle very difficult to drive.

2. Replace your wiper blades. Surely you used your wiper blades a lot throughout the season and will continue to do so with upcoming "April showers".  Wiper blades get a work out during the winter, so be sure to replace them to avoid poor visibility. Remember - wiper blades cannot do the job on their own; fill up your washer fluid as well!

3. Check your tires. Us Michigan drivers know how rough the potholes are around town and the toll they take on our tires! It is important to keep on eye on the inflation of your tires as well as have a wheel alignment and/or a tire rotation done as part of your "spring cleaning". 

4. Clean your carpet. Between the snow, salt and slush, your carpets are probably a disaster! Use a carpet cleaner with a scrub brush on the end to get underneath the winter residue.

5. Go through your glovebox. Are you guilty of shoving everything into your glovebox and forgetting about it? Start spring by clearing out the glovebox and get all of that junk out of there! Be sure you don't throw away your proof of insurance and registration. Keep your documents in an easy-to-grab spot!

What else are we forgetting? Do you have some more tips for "Spring Cleaning" your car? We want to hear them! Leave your cleaning routine, tips and tricks in the comments section below. 

Looking for a brand-new vehicle to start off spring with? Visit us at North Brothers Ford! You won't believe our outstanding variety of new, used and pre-owned Ford vehicles. Check out this 2014 Ford Taurus or 2014 Ford Escape online before you come in to the dealership for a test-drive!  North Brothers Ford, located at 33300 Ford Rd Westland, MI 48185, is proud to be one of the premier dealerships in Southeast Michigan committed to exceptional customer service! Stop by or give us a call at (888) 806-7163, our knowledgeable sales team will be happy to help!

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Spring Car Care Tips

WESTLAND, Mich.- While it hasn't exactly warmed up yet, the first day of spring is behind us. That means it's time to add a little spring cleaning to your to-do list, and that goes for your vehicle too. Winter weather takes a toll on your vehicle, so it's time to freshen up and reverse the damage. If you don't want to spend all afternoon cleaning out your car, attempt one of our Spring Car Care Tips per day and your ride will be squeaky clean before you know it!

Spring Car Care Tips-

-Give it a good wash. If you can't hand wash your vehicle, go to the car wash and ask for a wash that includes the undercarriage so you can get rid of all the salt and mud from the winter. A good waxing goes a long way too. If you notice any paint chips or scratches, take the time to touch them up so that you can prevent rusting.

-Clean the windows. Inside and out, and the windshield too. Getting rid of the dust film and fingerprints will increase visibility. While you're cleaning the windshield, keep an eye out for any stone chips that can be repaired before the spread, and take a look at you windshield wipers too to make sure they aren't cracked or streaking.

-Clean the carpet. First give your vehicle a good vacuuming. If you have mats, take them out next time you get out of the car, rinse them off, and hang to dry. If you don't have mats or if your carpet is especially salty from the winter months, it's important to give it a good shampoo to prevent rusting under the carpet.

-Tune up. An easy way to get your car ready for spring is to bring it in for a tune up to make sure all fluid levels are adequate, oil and filters are set to go, and tires are in good condition and properly inflated.

Start the season off right with our Spring Car Care Tips, and you'll be ready to cruise into warmer weather. For more information, check out our Maintenance Tips or stop by our Service Center! North Brothers Ford, your Wayne Area Ford Dealership, is located at 33300 Ford Rd Westland, MI 48185. We are proud to be one of the premier dealerships in Southeast Michigan committed to exceptional customer service! Stop by or give us a call at (888) 806-7163, our knowledgable sales team will be happy to help!

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