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Automotive Tips

Most of the major car manufacturers are located in the 4 seasonal countries. Subsequently, most of the cars produced and imported directly to tropical areas such as Indonesia need special care. Major adjustments may have been performed, yet special conditions in the tropics needs to be catered, such as:

1. The humidity level, daily average temperature and average rain fall is usually higher
2. Humidity may lead to a bad connection in the wiring system due to higher corrision effect in the jack and connector systems in the wing
3. Constant high temperature may cause severe engine damage as well as impact towards engine performance on its fuel and oil consumption.
4. Hard rain may do harm to the wiring system as well

To keep your car in main condition, follow these practical tips:

1. Upon purchase of the car, ensure with the dealer or agent that they have adjusted the ECU (electronic control units) and cooling system to adapt with tropical climate and condition
2. Check the connectors on your wiring system by Appling a gold connector (the price for such may be quite expensive). Or as an alternative, you can do regular check-ups that can indicate early cases of corrosion. Cover the connector with special material (silicon is recommended) and try to have it airtight.
3. Check the cooling system components, such as water pump, radiator, water piping water pulery belt as well as the water temperature gauge in your car. Ensure that all indicator work well and fill the radiator with the recommended liquid in your car’s manual Try to maintain your car temperature to a level not exceeding 900 centigrade (please refer to owner's manual booklet)
4. High rain fall may cause floods, therefore deploy an exhaust extension system and air filter breathing system to avoid your car getting stuck in the traffic. Check all the doors and window sealing and if necessary replace the rubber parts because they have a life time validity period.