July in Illinois is the absolute peak of summer. Between the backyard barbecues, the local parades, and packing up the car for a classic family road trip, freedom is in the air. But nothing grounds that summer freedom faster than a smoking hood on the side of the highway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
While you are busy planning the perfect view for the fireworks, your car is working overtime to battle the midsummer heat. That is why this month at My Mechanic<\/strong>, we are talking about a different kind of essential summer preparation: your vehicle\u2019s fluids<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Think of your car’s fluids like hydration on a hot July afternoon. If you run empty, things start to break down fast. Here are the five key fluids keeping you on the road and out of the repair shop this month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Your engine operates at incredibly high temperatures, and on a 90\u00b0F July day, it depends entirely on the cooling system to keep from melting down. Coolant (or antifreeze) circulates through the engine to absorb heat and dissipate it through the radiator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Heat thins out motor oil, reducing its ability to lubricate the moving parts inside your engine. When oil gets too thin or runs low, friction increases, causing the engine to run even hotter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Brake systems rely on hydraulic pressure to stop your vehicle. Brake fluid is designed to withstand high temperatures, but it is also hygroscopic<\/em>, meaning it naturally absorbs moisture from the air over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n While not a fluid you check with a dipstick, your A\/C system relies on a precise charge of refrigerant gas and specialized lubricant to pump cool air into the cabin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Summer driving brings its own visibility challenges: sudden torrential downpours, baked-on tree sap, and an endless bombardment of highway bugs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n True driving freedom means hitting the road without wondering if your vehicle is going to make it to your destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Before you pack up the coolers, blankets, and lawn chairs for the local fireworks display, swing by My Mechanic in Elmhurst or Clarendon Hills<\/strong>. Our team will gladly check your fluid levels, inspect your belts and hoses, and make sure your vehicle is fully prepared to handle the summer heat.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" July in Illinois is the absolute peak of summer. Between the backyard barbecues, the local parades, and packing up the car for a classic family road trip, freedom is in the air. But nothing grounds that summer freedom faster than a smoking hood on the side of the highway. While you are busy planning the […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[83,64],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-28164","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-local-mechanic","category-summer-travel"],"yoast_head":"\n1. Engine Coolant (The Heat Shield)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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2. Motor Oil (The Lifeblood)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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3. Brake Fluid (The Safety Net)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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4. Air Conditioning Refrigerant (The Comfort Zone)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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5. Windshield Washer Fluid (The Clear View)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Celebrate Your Freedom with Peace of Mind<\/h2>\n\n\n\n