In recent days, “heat escape” has become the top priority above all else. Blowing on the air conditioner, eating popsicles, drinking cold water, swimming, taking a bath twice a day… It can be said that all kinds of methods show their talents!
As the owner of a RV, please remember to take good care of your car while avoiding the summer heat. Under the scorching sun, the interior of the RV must have become as stuffy and hot as a steamer, even if it is parked in the garage properly. Cool it down.
Let me share with you the 6 tips on cooling down your RV. In order to make your car last longer, pay special attention to daily maintenance in summer!
1. Regularly check the engine compartment
It is necessary to regularly check the use of engine oil, brake fluid and antifreeze in the engine compartment. If it is insufficient, add it in time and replace it when it is expired. Check the power generation system, lighting system, pipeline system, etc. to ensure that they can be used normally. Each plug should also be carefully checked, and their role in the journey cannot be ignored. In summer, the outside temperature is high. When the water temperature exceeds 100°C, stop the car in a cool place to cool down, let the engine run at idle speed, and lift the hood to help dissipate heat.
2. Prevent brake failure
The wet road surface in the rainy season reduces the friction coefficient between the tire and the road surface, especially when there is water in the tire pattern, the friction coefficient is lower, and a sensitive braking system is particularly important, so as to be prepared to the greatest extent.
3. Maintenance of air conditioner
The air conditioner of the RV is used quite frequently in summer, so remember to maintain it after use. After a summer of use, air conditioner maintenance is critical. The air-conditioning system should be cleaned to avoid harming the drivers and passengers due to the growth of bacteria.
4. Keep the interior of the car clean
Special attention should be paid to the antibacterial work in the RV to keep the interior of the car dry and hygienic. Car seat cushions, floor mats, carpets, air outlets and other hygienic corners must be cleaned. In addition, the sundries in the trunk should be cleaned regularly. In particular, the living area of the RV is relatively large. In addition to the cab, the living area needs to be cleaned, and the items in the car need to be cleaned and tidied up in time.
5. Car paint maintenance is very important
There is a lot of rain in summer, and there is acid rain in some areas. Therefore, it is very important to do a good job in car paint maintenance. The first thing to do is to fully clean the car body, lights, bumpers, door and window glass, tire rims, etc. In addition, it is also necessary to check whether there are obvious scratches on the surface of the car body. It is easy to encounter poor road conditions during long-distance travel, and scratches are inevitable. If scratches are found during the inspection process, paint spraying treatment should be done in time to avoid oxidation and corrosion of the scratches caused by too long time.
6. Prevent car tire blowout
RV tires are like human feet, which are very important for safe travel. Before departure, check the tires first. If you find bulges or cracks in the tires, repair or replace them in time; adjust the tire pressure to a lower value within the specified range to prevent tire blowouts due to excessive temperature. Due to the high temperature in summer, the asphalt road surface is prone to produce a “mirror effect” after being exposed to the sun, which will cause people to have an illusion. Therefore, it is recommended to wear suitable sunglasses in the scorching sun environment.