How to Properly Prepare Your Lexus Vehicle for the Arrival of the Fall
September 28 2020, Lexus Laval
Like it or not, the beautiful season is slowly coming to an end and the time of year when you need to think about preparing your vehicle for the coldest time of the year is approaching fast. Your Lexus, no matter how reliable it is, is not immune to what Mother Nature has in store for it in the coming months.
So here are a few tips to help you get it ready:
1 - Mechanical inspection
It's a classic, but before winter arrives, it's recommended that you take your Lexus vehicle to the dealer for a complete check of the components that need to be on the lookout for winter. This includes not only the battery, which must be in excellent condition, but also the belts and ducts. The same goes for all liquids, whether it's motor oil or windshield washer fluid, which must always be kept in reserve during the winter. A visit to the dealer before winter will allow you to face winter with confidence.
2 - Windshield wipers
It's good to fill up with washer fluid, but the wipers have to be able to do the job right. Once again, your Lexus dealer is there to inspect them, but also to recommend the best wipers for the worst weather.
3 - Tires
Of course, the arrival of the fall means the installation of winter tires, an operation that is recommended when the temperature begins to stabilize below ten degrees Celsius. The question is whether your tires need to be changed, an answer your Lexus expert can provide. If so, we will be able to recommend the right tires for your vehicle. And if you make your changes yourself, make sure one thing is certain; that the pressure recommended by Lexus is respected in order to optimize not only tire performance, but also the safety features that your car benefits from.
4 - Protective Accessories
Finally, knowing that winter is pretty tough on our vehicles, consider equipping your Lexus with protective gear. This can take the form of a hood deflector. This will be very useful throughout the winter, but also in the spring, a time when roads are strewn with rocks and sand. Also, think about protective mats or even a protective kit for the cargo area; very useful when you are used to putting down skis and boots after a day on the slopes.
