How to prepare for the winter "diesel", experts say

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After exceptionally hot summers and a warm autumn, Latvia has been hit by colder weather and the first snow is a clear sign for drivers that it is high time to prepare for the winter.

Often, it is difficult to start a car, so it is difficult to prepare a car for the winter. It can vary depending on the motor of the machine. Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is divided into tips on what to do to maintain a diesel engine.

The most important is a battery capable

Every car owner, in anticipation of the winter, must examine the battery carefully, making sure that it is in working order and sufficiently charged. Cold operation is difficult because the engine oil degrades in less degrees and the battery has to overload.

In winter, equipment that is not as up-to-date during the warm-up period – heating system, heated seats and additional lighting – is most commonly used – because winter is the darkest time of the year. , which speeds up the discharge of the battery.

Especially for the operation of different equipment, it is advisable to disclose drivers who regularly travel short distances during which the discharge of the battery increases. It is often drivers who have to travel daily in the city, especially in case of heavy congestion.

Therefore, when driving for short distances, it is advisable to turn off equipment that consumes less energy in order to leave more power from the generator on the battery. It is essential to take into account such details as excessive discharge of the battery can be irreversibly damaged.

It's time to think and have the time to recharge the battery – it takes up to 24 hours to fully charge the truck at the right conditions and temperatures – usually a car or garage.

What about a damaged battery?

The discreet sign is the car's increasingly annoying start or inability to start it completely. In this case, the battery will probably have to be replaced. Battery performance for the winter can be checked with a special tester.

If such a tester is available to the driver, this can be done continuously or go to the car service.

Do not forget the program of the light plow

The glow plugs of their time are also a common cause of bad diesel engines. The reason is quite simple: for the motor to work, the glow plugs must be heated. Uneven and uneven engine operation immediately after starting is one of the indicators that defective glow plugs may be damaged.

The experts will be competent to check the ventilation program. It is therefore advisable to use a garage repair service. Employees will consult the glow plugs best suited to the car engine and check the status quo.

Replaces the fuel filter in a timely manner

How often should the filter be changed – the car manufacturer will be the most competent, and it is absolutely necessary to pay more attention before the cold. The main task of the filter is to capture impurities from the fuel and the fuel tank.

If the filter is not replaced in time, it can clog and damage the diesel system. It is not really possible to check the condition of the filter itself, so it is very important to respect the filter replacement interval defined by the vehicle manufacturer.

To avoid damaging the filter and other components, it is essential to choose a quality fuel. Then, the driver will look after the long-term performance of the car and the higher the fuel quality, the cleaner the fuel will be.

And, the cleaner the fuel is, the less damage is done to the environment. So, when it is a fuel filter, it is worth keeping in mind two things: the replacement frequency and the quality of the fuel recommended by the car manufacturer!