What checks should be done on the car before going on the highway?

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07/30/25 10:27am
Checks that should be done on the car before going on the highway: 1. Vehicle appearance inspection, observe whether the vehicle's lights and various signal lights are working properly. On the highway, lights are very important as they are a means of communication between vehicles on the road; 2. Five-oil safety inspection, the five oils refer to engine oil, transmission oil, power steering oil, brake oil, and fuel; 3. Four-pressure safety inspection, the four pressures refer to oil pressure, voltage, tire pressure, and air pressure; 4. Brake system inspection, when it is found that their thickness is close to or less than the minimum thickness specified by the manufacturer, they should be replaced immediately. Also, check the wear of the brake discs or brake drums.
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