Your Guide to Preparing Your Car for Long-Term Storage

​There are instances when you might be leaving your car for several days, week or even months for personal or business- related reasons. Long-term storage might not help maintain your car's condition. This is why you have to put in mind ways to prepare your vehicle for this kind of situation.

​Keep It Covered
Extreme temperatures and other environmental conditions may affect the status of your vehicle. A garage is the best place for the long-term storage of your car; it is best if you store or park your vehicle in an area with walls and a ceiling. Adding a car cover will also make it most secured.  If you don't own a garage at home and decides to store the car outdoors, you should obtain a weatherproof car cover to keep the car clean and dry.
 
Clean It Up
When you are about to store your car for an extended period, make sure to leave it clean. Get your car washed to remove bird droppings, dust, and other dirt that may ruin the paint.  Maintain also the cleanliness of the inside of the vehicle. Remove trashes and unnecessary materials left inside.
 
Leaving your car clean can lessen the effects of not using your vehicle for a long time. Keeping it unused for long may increase the risk for dirt and dust accumulation.
 
Keep It Charged
Keeping your car's battery stagnant for an extended period may cause damage.  Ask someone to start and drive the car for at least 15 minutes every two weeks to maintain the battery's charge and the lubrication of the engine. When starting and driving the car, you should open the air-conditioner to ensure its function.
 
Fill the Tank
Ensuring that your car is always filled with fuel is not only for emergency or travel purposes but also to prevent car damage. When you need to store your vehicle for more than a month, make sure to fill the tank with gas to prevent moisture accumulation inside the container.  It is also one way to avoid the drying of the seals.  Moreover, use of a fuel stabilizer is also helpful to protect the engine from rust, varnish, etc. 
 
Conclusion
Maintaining one's vehicle requires a lot of effort and resources. Indeed, your car is one of your most significant investments. Make sure to protect it by getting auto insurance. At Rick Case Insurance Agency, we aim to make our client's life easier with policies that are tailored to their needs. You can get more information about our products and services by calling our agency at (405) 722-5556. Get your free quote today by CLICKING HERE.