{"id":19715,"date":"2016-07-05T09:57:44","date_gmt":"2016-07-05T05:57:44","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.sellanycar.com\/cars-related\/?p=19715"},"modified":"2017-04-14T14:13:38","modified_gmt":"2017-04-14T10:13:38","slug":"half-yearly-car-maintenance-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/18.202.220.25\/en\/guides\/half-yearly-car-maintenance-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Half Yearly Car Maintenance Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Everyone hates to get stuck on road and it gets more troublesome when you are on a family trip and suddenly face a <strong>vehicle break down<\/strong>. Then, finding a mechanic or some nearby auto shop is another challenge. However, these unpleasant situations can be avoided or you can be prepared before time for fixing them. You just need to be aware of some important <a href=\"https:\/\/uae.sellanycar.com\/part-exchange\">car parts<\/a> and have proper maintenance after every 6 months to prevent vehicle failure.<\/p>\n<p>Following is the list of elements to be serviced after every six months.<\/p>\n<h2>Fluid for Automatic Transmission<\/h2>\n<p>There is a fluid for automatic transmission used in automatic vehicle. The fluid level needs to be checked after every 6 months to make sure its level and quality is effective.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-19725\" src=\"http:\/\/www.sellanycar.com\/cars-related\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/automatic-transmission-fluid-change-1.jpg\" alt=\"Automatic transmission fluid-change\" width=\"600\" height=\"528\" srcset=\"http:\/\/18.202.220.25\/en\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/automatic-transmission-fluid-change-1.jpg 524w, http:\/\/18.202.220.25\/en\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/automatic-transmission-fluid-change-1-300x264.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Engine belts<\/h2>\n<p>You need to make sure that <strong>engine belts are in good working condition<\/strong> as if any engine belt breaks during its running condition, it can seriously affect engine.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"600\" height=\"897\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-19735\" src=\"http:\/\/www.sellanycar.com\/cars-related\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/engine-belts-e1467698048675.jpg\" alt=\"Engine belts\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Also read; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sellanycar.com\/cars-related\/uae\/quarterly-car-maintenance-guide\/\">Quarterly Car Maintenance Guide<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Lubrication of Chassis<\/h2>\n<p>Lubrication of chassis prevents the car from squeaking. These are sounds coming from the suspension of a vehicle and the lubrication of chassis is required to avoid that. Proper service of chassis after six months saves the suspension and steering from potential damage and does not lead to expensive replacement of multiple parts.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-19743\" src=\"http:\/\/www.sellanycar.com\/cars-related\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/car-chassis-e1467698016655.jpg\" alt=\"Car chassis\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Indicator Lights on Dashboard<\/h2>\n<p>The indicator lights of dashboard display <strong>important warning signals<\/strong> and other symbols of car functions e.g. fuel notification, A\/C, speed and time etc. on dashboard screen. You need their 6 months checkup to make sure all indicators are working fine.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-19827\" src=\"http:\/\/www.sellanycar.com\/cars-related\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/dashboard-lights-on.png\" alt=\"Check all dashboard lights\" width=\"600\" height=\"193\" srcset=\"http:\/\/18.202.220.25\/en\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/dashboard-lights-on.png 700w, http:\/\/18.202.220.25\/en\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/dashboard-lights-on-300x96.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Air Filter of the Engine<\/h2>\n<p>Air filter prevents <em>dust, crude particles and air pollutants from entering into the engine<\/em>. It needs to be clean for smooth functioning of engine.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-19733\" src=\"http:\/\/www.sellanycar.com\/cars-related\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/engine-air-filter-e1467697927469.jpg\" alt=\"Car engine air filter\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Engine Oil Condition<\/h2>\n<p>Engine oil is essential to engine\u2019s performance. The Engine oil is checked at the 6 months checkup to make sure if the <strong>oil does not lack the lubrication<\/strong> and changed if needed.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"600\" height=\"479\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-19737\" src=\"http:\/\/www.sellanycar.com\/cars-related\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/engine-oil-e1467697881120.jpg\" alt=\"Engine oil\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Exhaust System<\/h2>\n<p>The exhaust system of car should be inspected thoroughly because <em>driving a car with broken exhaust pipe can make you susceptible to the leakage of harmful gases<\/em> into the car cabin.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-19829\" src=\"http:\/\/www.sellanycar.com\/cars-related\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/car-exhaust-system-e1468414295484.jpg\" alt=\"Car exhaust system\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Hoses<\/h2>\n<p>Hoses are used for coolant transfer and they are <strong>prone to early damage<\/strong> because of the high temperature of coolant they tolerate especially in summer. They must be replaced if needed at the six months checkup.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-19731\" src=\"http:\/\/www.sellanycar.com\/cars-related\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/car-hoses-pipes-e1467697805830.jpg\" alt=\"Car hoses and pipes to be checked\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>All Lights<\/h2>\n<p>The automotive lights of car that include <em>headlights, taillights, mirror- mounted turn signal, fog lamps, and daytime running lights<\/em> needs proper service and checkup to function correctly.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"600\" height=\"320\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-19723\" src=\"http:\/\/www.sellanycar.com\/cars-related\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/all-lights-e1467697784969.jpeg\" alt=\"Check all car lights after 6 months\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Fluid For Power Steering<\/h2>\n<p>Power steering of car uses <strong>fluid oil to smoothly maneuver and turn wheels<\/strong>. The fluid level should be enough to operate properly.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-19741\" src=\"http:\/\/www.sellanycar.com\/cars-related\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/power-steering-fluid-1-e1467697746736.jpg\" alt=\"power steering fluid\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Tyre Pressure &amp; Tread Condition<\/h2>\n<p>Tyre pressure should be checked regularly along with overall <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sellanycar.com\/cars-related\/uae\/driving-safety-quick-ways-knowing-replace-car-tyres\/\">tyre condition<\/a> because <strong>cracks and bulges can cause tyre burs<\/strong>t during middle journey which can lead to severe accident.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-19717\" src=\"http:\/\/www.sellanycar.com\/cars-related\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/tyre-pressure-check-1-e1467697645247.jpg\" alt=\"tyre pressure\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Try the <strong>Dirham test<\/strong> to check the tyre tread. Place the coin between tyre tread and ribs. If the top of the image on the coin cannot be seen then it&#8217;s time to change the tyre.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"607\" height=\"418\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-19673\" src=\"http:\/\/www.sellanycar.com\/cars-related\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/penny-test-tyre-tread.jpg\" alt=\"Check the tyre tread by penny test\" srcset=\"http:\/\/18.202.220.25\/en\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/penny-test-tyre-tread.jpg 607w, http:\/\/18.202.220.25\/en\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/penny-test-tyre-tread-300x207.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 607px) 100vw, 607px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Also read:\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sellanycar.com\/cars-related\/uae\/check-car-tyres-summers-avoid-blowouts\/\">Experts Warn Motorists to Check Car Tyres in Summers to Avoid Blowouts<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Washing Fluid of the Windshield<\/h2>\n<p>The washing fluid of the car should be filled in order to <strong>keep windscreen clean<\/strong>. Add washing fluid of windshield in your six months checkup list too.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-19719\" src=\"http:\/\/www.sellanycar.com\/cars-related\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/windscreen-washer-fluid-1.jpg\" alt=\"Windscreen washing fluid\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" srcset=\"http:\/\/18.202.220.25\/en\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/windscreen-washer-fluid-1.jpg 1280w, http:\/\/18.202.220.25\/en\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/windscreen-washer-fluid-1-300x169.jpg 300w, http:\/\/18.202.220.25\/en\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/windscreen-washer-fluid-1-768x432.jpg 768w, http:\/\/18.202.220.25\/en\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/windscreen-washer-fluid-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, http:\/\/18.202.220.25\/en\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/windscreen-washer-fluid-1-620x350.jpg 620w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Wiper Blades Functioning<\/h2>\n<p>You may <strong>immediately need windshield wipers<\/strong> if your existing pair is not cleaning the screen properly. For this, check functioning of wipers in overall maintenance service of the car.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"600\" height=\"399\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-19721\" src=\"http:\/\/www.sellanycar.com\/cars-related\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Wiper-Blades-e1467697585746.jpg\" alt=\"Wiper blades need to be replaced timely\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Hence, this extensive car maintenance checkup in mid- year will prevent you from many unpleasant situations and will also <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sellanycar.com\/cars-related\/uae\/7-tips-improve-performance-car\/\">enhance vehicle performance<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The maintenance cost of an old car can prove to be very expensive as ageing of a car makes most of its vital parts and accessories vulnerable to wear and tear. If you feel, you are not able to manage your monthly budget due to high costs of repair and maintenance of your car then it\u2019s high time to sell it and buy a new one.<\/p>\n<p>SellAnyCar.com\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/uae.sellanycar.com\/site\/evaluate\">buys any car in any condition<\/a>\u00a0in just 30 minutes time even if the car is a non-runner. 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However, these unpleasant situations can be avoided or you can be prepared before time for fixing them. &hellip;<\/p>\n<p class=\"read-more\"> <a class=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/18.202.220.25\/en\/guides\/half-yearly-car-maintenance-guide\/\"> <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Half Yearly Car Maintenance Guide<\/span> Read More &raquo;<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":23,"featured_media":19729,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":""},"categories":[10],"tags":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"uagb_featured_image_src":{"full":["http:\/\/18.202.220.25\/en\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/car-half-yearly-maintenance-guide-e1467698156857.jpg",620,413,false],"thumbnail":["http:\/\/18.202.220.25\/en\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/car-half-yearly-maintenance-guide-150x150.jpg",150,150,true],"medium":["http:\/\/18.202.220.25\/en\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/car-half-yearly-maintenance-guide-300x200.jpg",300,200,true],"medium_large":["http:\/\/18.202.220.25\/en\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/car-half-yearly-maintenance-guide-e1467698156857.jpg",620,413,false],"large":["http:\/\/18.202.220.25\/en\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/car-half-yearly-maintenance-guide-e1467698156857.jpg",620,413,false],"1536x1536":["http:\/\/18.202.220.25\/en\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/car-half-yearly-maintenance-guide-e1467698156857.jpg",620,413,false],"2048x2048":["http:\/\/18.202.220.25\/en\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/car-half-yearly-maintenance-guide-e1467698156857.jpg",620,413,false]},"uagb_author_info":{"display_name":"SellAnyCar.com Team","author_link":"http:\/\/18.202.220.25\/en\/guides\/author\/saygin\/"},"uagb_comment_info":0,"uagb_excerpt":"Everyone hates to get stuck on road and it gets more troublesome when you are on a family trip and suddenly face a vehicle break down. Then, finding a mechanic or some nearby auto shop is another challenge. 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