Jun 15, 2023
With the warmer weather upon us, summer travel is soon to follow! So, now is a good time to review these summer driving safety tips from Mercedes-Benz of Danbury! Prevention and planning are always important, especially if you’re traveling long distances, and will spare you from dealing with the consequences of a dreaded check engine light, or worse yet, a highway breakdown later on! Take a peek at the important information below and if you’re ride is in need of a real tune up, don’t hesitate to schedule your service appointment at our Mercedes Service Center in Danbury, CT today!
Update What’s Inside Your Vehicle:
- First aid kit
- Flashlight
- Flares and a white flag
- Jumper cables
- Tire pressure gauge
- Jack (and ground mat) for changing a tire
- Work gloves and a change of clothes
- Basic repair tools and some duct tape (for temporarily repairing a hose leak)
- Water and paper towels for cleaning up
- Nonperishable food, drinking water, and medicines
- Extra windshield washer fluid
- Maps or GPS
- Emergency blankets, towels, and coats
- Cell phone and charger
Vehicle Maintenance Checklist:
- Battery
- Lights
- Cooling system
- Fluid levels
- Belt and hoses
- Wiper blades
- A/C unit
- Floor mats
- Tire pressure and tread levels
Once On The Road:
- Stay Alert: keep your gas tank close to full, plan enough time to stop to stretch, get something to eat, return calls or text messages, and change drivers or rest if you feel drowsy.
- Avoid risky behavior: Do not text or drive distracted, obey speed limits, ALWAYS drive sober
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