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You have just received your newly-bought previously-owned vehicle from Japan. It’s shiny and almost like new, if not for the kilometers in the odometer. It may be secondhand, but that in no way means it’s beat-up or faulty. It’s up to you now to take care of it. For many buyers of used Japanese cars all over the world, maintenance is easy and simple as long as it’s done regularly. Keeping vehicles in the best condition is really just a matter of driving properly and keeping the car clean, inside and out. Battery maintenance A fully-charged battery can take you to the moon and back, so you have to really take care of your power cells. Maintaining your battery could spell the difference between arriving home safely or spending the night in the desert, so you should check your battery’s condition regularly and keep it clean. Using a damp rag, wipe the battery case and wipe off the dust and other impurities. If the grime is too difficult to remove, use a mild detergent mixed with water to wipe it away. Use a wire brush to clean the terminals (remember to remove the black cable first, followed by the red cable). You can also dip the brush in a baking soda and water mixture. After cleaning, put the cables back (red first this time) and then use some grease to coat the terminals thinly with. This prevents corrosion and adds to battery life. Proper car handling Used Japanese cars can last a lifetime as long as they are properly used, and correct usage includes careful driving. There are many new-car owners who think their cars are for racing and immediately rev up their engines. This wears out engines prematurely. Take proper care of your engine by letting it warm up on its own, especially in cold weather or in the early morning. Don’t leave it idling in an enclosed space (like a closed garage), however. Doing this prevents the car’s engine from operating at its optimum temperature. This could lead to an incomplete fuel combustion and oil contamination. It could also result to soot deposits on the engine’s cylinders, which would affect the car’s performance. Warm up the car outdoors and as you begin driving, remember to accelerate slowly so as not to put too much stress on the engine during startup. When you see a red light up ahead, shift to neutral to allow the engine to rest. This also makes braking easier, as the car would already be slowing down. When driving, avoid quick acceleration because speeding puts strain on the engine. Besides, by driving moderately, you are doing your part to keep the roads safe for other motorists and for pedestrians as well. No overloading! You can be sure that used Japanese cars were properly cared for by their former owners, so you should do the same. Another way to keep your car in top condition is to avoid loading it with excess weight. Keep within the specified load limit for your vehicle because overloading it puts too much strain on the engine which has to consume more fuel in order to generate power to keep the car moving. The tires and suspension also take a toll and wear out, so avoid overloading! Keeping used Japanese cars in their good-as-new condition is really just a matter of proper use and regular maintenance, so be a responsible car owner so your car can serve you for the many years to come.
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