How often should a family sedan be driven when parked for long periods?
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Sedans should be driven approximately once every two weeks when parked, and the engine should be started once a week to recharge the battery. This not only ensures the battery gets charged but also shifts the pressure points on the tires, which has no adverse effect on the car. Precautions for long-term parking of cars: 1. Precautions: Before parking the car, both the exterior and interior should be cleaned thoroughly; to prevent tire deformation, the tire pressure should be slightly higher than usual. The battery can be removed or disconnected to slow down the discharge rate. 2. Handbrake: Do not engage the handbrake too tightly. The braking system, when left idle for extended periods, can easily undergo chemical reactions with moisture and oxygen in the air, along with rain erosion, leading to varying degrees of rust on the brake discs and pads. If they stick together, it can affect braking performance and may cause the wheels to lock up upon restarting.