Anything that you can do to make life with your vehicle easier or make components last longer is a beautiful thing. Have you ever wondered if there was a solution to keeping your doors from freezing overnight in winter? Or perhaps if there is a way to prevent bug guts from sticking to the paint? Numerous tips and tricks have been discovered over the years that make caring, driving, maintaining, and owning your auto more joyful. Check out a few of these must know tips and tricks!
Instant Solution to Icey Windshields
Is there anything worse than going out to your car in the morning, trying to get to work, and realizing you need to spend ample time unthawing your BMW? Windshields can get icy overnight and is a time-consuming hassle to deal with. But with this trick, you will pay less than a minute and have ice-free glass. Keep a spray bottle filled with rubbing alcohol either in your car or in the house, and just apply the solution to the ice. Watch as it quickly melts, and you’ll be soon on your way, sans the scrapping.
Skip The Dealership For Fob Battery Replacements
Replacing your BMW or Mercedes fob battery can cost more than $100 when taking it to the dealership. However, if you do it yourself, it is merely the cost of the battery. At most hardware stores you can pick one up for under $10. Most fobs have an indention that allows access to the battery storage, with a smaller flat head, or your nails (if strong enough) you can pop the back to replace. Simply take the battery to any automotive parts store, and replace with the same model. This trick is a great way to avoid a trip to the dealership while saving you big time on a small replacement part.
There Is No Replacement For Oil Changes
Taking care of your German auto should also contain oil changes. It is the primary service that every car needs because oil is what keeps the engine running smoothly. There has been some debate on how often a vehicle owner should have this service done, with newer models claiming that every 10,000 miles with synthetic oil are perfectly fine. However, to play it safe, especially if your car has over 100,000 miles on it, replace oil every 5,000 miles to ensure your engine’s longevity.
Keeping Leather In Excellent Shape
German autos almost always are outfitted with beautiful leather interior. However, leather is prone to cracking and sun fading, unfortunately. Skip the automotive care aisle, and use at-home products that will prevent these common issues from happening. Olive oil, commonly used in cooking, is perfect for conditioning leather. Directly apply a small amount to a micro-fiber towel, and work into the leather. Baby oil will also work. These oils will not only take care of leather but also can remove scuff marks!