Let’s explore the tips for taking care of each type of car.

Let’s explore the tips for taking care of each type of car.

The more your car is used, the more it needs to be cared for!

Your car deserves the best care! Today, PTT Lubricants will reveal the secret tips on taking care of different types of car. Is there any part that needs to be inspected and taken care of in particular? Let’s enhance the performance of your favorite car to the maximum! 

What are the parts that need special care? Let's see!

 

🚘  General passenger cars

- Check the condition of the car regularly

Car users should regularly have their cars inspected by experts at the service center so that the car can be used at their full capacity and any problem can be fixed in time.

- Have various parts replaced at the specified intervals

Since different parts have their own service life, they should be inspected regularly and replaced according to that service life for driver’s safety.

• Battery : Should be replaced every 3 - 5 years depending on environmental conditions, type of battery and usage
• Air filter: Should be cleaned every 1 year and replaced every 2 years or assess from the filter condition 
• Brake pads : Should be replaced every 50,000 - 70,000 kilometers or estimate from the thickness of the pads
• Spark plugs: Should be replaced every 100,000 kilometers or estimate from the condition of the  plugs

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- Change fluids at specified intervals

In order for the car to work efficiently for a long time, lubricant and other fluids are needed to keep parts running smoothly and safely. For this reason, users need to pay attention to these important fluids drain intervals:

• Engine oil: Should be changed every 7,000 to 15,000 kilometers or every 4 months to 1 year depending on the grade of engine oil and individual use
• Transmission fluid: For fully synthetic grade oil, should be changed every 60,000 kilometers or 3 years or depending on the individual use
• Brake Fluid : Should be changed every 40,000 kilometers or 2 years, whichever comes first or depending on the individual use
• Power steering fluid : Regularly check the condition of the fluid and the power steering system according to the intervals specified in the car manual
• Coolant: Should be changed every 100,000 kilometers or 5 years, whichever comes first or according to the distance specified in the car manual

Learn more details: Let’s check it out! Which lubricants and fluids in the cars should be changed? 👉 https://bit.ly/3fb2I6z 

- Regularly clean the exterior and interior of the car 

For the exterior of the car:  Since they are parts that are directly exposed to pollution, dust, and mud, you should focus more on cleaning them. It can be done by avoiding parking in the sun, regularly wiping the outside of the engine or checking the tire pressure.

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For the inside of the car: It is important that car users know how to clean various parts inside the car by themselves in order to reduce foreign matter such as dirt, dust, germs that are accumulated in various areas, whether it is a steering wheel, seat, console, carpet or floor covering. This is for the good hygiene inside the car so that it can be pleasant to sit in. 

- Use engine oil that is suitable for the vehicle and individual use

As engine oil is the key to lubricating various parts inside the engine, it is important to choose a high quality engine oil that is suitable for each car to ensure efficiency and engine protection throughout the journey.

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🚘 Eco Cars

Eco car is a type of car in Thailand that is regulated by Thailand Board of Investment (BOI). The engines used in the cars produced under this scheme must pass the Euro 5 standard with less than 100 grams of carbon dioxide emission per kilometer. Fuel consumption must be less than 4.3 liters per 100 kilometers while displacement must be 1,300 cc for gasoline engines, and 1,500 cc for diesel engines.

- Regularly check the condition of the car

Car users should regularly have their cars inspected by experts at the service center so that the car can be used at their full capacity and any problem can be fixed in time.

- Change fluids at specified intervals

In order for the car to work efficiently for a long time, lubricants and fluids are required to help keep the parts working smoothly and safely along the route. Drivers, therefore, need to make sure they have the fluids changed at the specified intervals.

Learn more details: Let’s check it out! Which lubricants and fluids in the cars should be changed? 👉 https://bit.ly/3fb2I6z 

- Do not carry heavy loads

Carrying heavy objects is definitely not good for the car in the long run as it will shorten the service life of the engine and deteriorate the suspension, weight support system and the tires. It also makes your car consume more fuel as well.

- Use engine oil specifically formulated for eco-cars

Car users should choose engine oil that has been developed specifically to meet the needs of the use of eco-cars as it will help your car run smoothly and save fuel.

PTT Lubricants recommends PERFORMA SYNTHETIC ECO CAR, a quality engine oil, viscosity grade 0W-20, formulated for all models and brands of eco-cars.

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🚘  Hybrid electric vehicles (HEV and PHEV)

- Check the condition of the engine and electric motor regularly.

As the engine and electric motor are the heart of hybrid electric vehicles, it is important to regularly bring your car to a service center and have the condition checked by experts and fixed in case there is any abnormality.

- Ensure proper charging time (for plug-in hybrid vehicles)

Charging time depends on the size of the battery and the remaining electricity in each battery. It is better to choose a battery charger with an automatic current adjustment system according to the amount of electricity remaining in the battery. The system will help you charge faster while also controlling the amount of electricity charged into the battery. This will provide efficient charging and help preserve the battery for a longer service life.

- Take care of the brake system and have the brake pads replaced at the specified intervals

For a hybrid electric vehicle, while the user releases the accelerator pedal, they are designed to both slow down the speed and charge the battery. This is an advantage for those who drive in the city where there are frequent decelerations as the speed is delayed from the motor first as it will help reduce the frequency of using brakes. However, car users still should observe and check the brake pads regularly just like regular cars users. If there is an abnormal noise when stepping on the brakes, you have to visit the service center and have the technician inspected as soon as possible to prevent any accident.

- Park in the shade

Sunlight will negatively affect the performance and efficiency of the car, especially a hybrid electric vehicle. Parking in the sun where the temperature is high, therefore, will affect the battery as the thermal management system is sensitive to heat and will have to work harder under such conditions, unnecessarily heating the batteries. The best way is to park your car in the shade to preserve the battery.

- Use engine oil that is formulated for hybrid electric vehicles

Car users should choose the engine oil that has been developed to meet and suit the use of hybrid electric vehicles. PTT Lubricants would like to introduce the PERFORMA SUPER SYNTHETIC SAE 0W-20, the hi-end quality fully synthetic motor oil that will provide superior driving and engine protection in all aspects.

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🚘  Bi-fuel passenger cars using compressed natural gas (CNG/ NGV) or LPG

- Check the condition of the gas system when reaching the specified period

Car users should regularly visit the service center for inspection or maintenance when reaching specified intervals to help reduce gas system problems or deteriorate from use. It is recommended to have gas vehicles experts checked the condition and promptly fixed the problem if there is any.

- Have the gas filter replaced every 20,000 km

A gas filter is an important part that should be checked and replaced within the specified period. It is recommended to be replaced at every 20,000 kilometers to reduce the accumulation of various foreign matter that may be mixed with gas and clog the filter. If the gas cannot flow conveniently, it may cause the car to stagger.

- Regularly have the condition of gas pipes and joints inspected

As spare parts installed in the gas system may deteriorate over time and use, car users should always observe and bring the car to the service center to have the experts checked for leaks along the gas pipes and joints of various equipment. If any leak is found, have the technicians fixed it right away for your own safety.

- Use engine oil specifically formulated for gas vehicles

Drivers should choose engine oil that has been developed to meet the needs of vehicles using CNG/NGV or LPG gas for prolonging the engine life. PTT Lubricants recommends PERFORMA SYNTHETIC NGV, fully synthetic engine oil, specifically formulated for bi-fuel passenger cars

using compressed natural gas (CNG/ NGV) or LPG.

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Even though these are just a small part of how to take care of each type of car, hopefully this information will be useful to all car users. No matter what type of car you drive, don’t forget to pay attention to taking care of your car to keep your engine running at its full efficiency. Most importantly, don't forget to choose quality engine oil that is suitable for your car.

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