What is PICC Safety Inspection Service?
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PICC Safety Inspection Service includes: 1. Checking tire pressure: While inflating tires, the pressure is usually measured, but after driving or parking for some time, there might be leaks leading to insufficient tire pressure, which affects driving safety. Those with measuring instruments can check the pressure; those without can use visual inspection, tapping, or squeezing to determine if the tire pressure is adequate. 2. Checking engine oil and brake fluid: Pull out the oil dipstick to check the oil level and quality; inspect the brake fluid reservoir's level; look under the vehicle for any oil leaks. 3. Checking coolant: Mainly to see if the water in the radiator is sufficient. 4. Checking fuel: Check the fuel gauge to see the fuel level; verify if the fuel gauge is accurate and effective. If the fuel gauge is damaged, it's best to fill up at a gas station before departure and reset the odometer to zero to estimate fuel usage based on the distance traveled. 5. Checking the braking system: Test the brake pedal to see if it's effective. If the pedal goes all the way down with little effort and no response, the brakes might be ineffective. For vehicles with air brakes, check if the air compressor is working and if the air pressure meets requirements. Secondly, after releasing all brakes, check if the brake warning light on the dashboard is illuminated, which might indicate low brake fluid. Thirdly, drive the vehicle to test if the brakes are truly effective.
Last time before my long-distance trip, I specifically went for PICC's safety inspection service. Simply put, they give your beloved car a free comprehensive check-up to ensure no hidden dangers in critical components. The focus is on checking the brake system, tire wear level, whether headlights and brake lights are functioning properly, suspension stability, etc. I once had severely worn brake pads that almost caused an accident, and this service helped me detect it early. Replacing new pads didn't cost much but greatly improved safety. The service is usually provided at insurance stations or partner repair shops, with convenient appointments and the whole process taking less than 20 minutes. The report details all risk items. For car owners, this not only prevents sudden failures (like avoiding driving in the dark when headlights are out, which is accident-prone) but may also reduce accident rates and potentially qualify you for insurance discounts. I recommend doing it at least once a year—safe driving starts with the details.
I think the core value of PICC's safety inspection service is to help you identify vehicle safety issues in a worry-free and cost-effective manner. They primarily focus on checking trouble-prone components like brake performance, tire pressure balance, and lighting circuits. When I last used this service, they detected a bulb nearing burnout and replaced it promptly, preventing potential nighttime driving hazards. The service is free and efficient, usually performed by technicians using simple testing tools, followed by maintenance or replacement recommendations. For average car owners, regular inspections like this can reduce unexpected repair costs and enhance overall safety. Insurance companies even encourage using it as long-term participation may lower premiums. My personal takeaway: maintaining good vehicle condition is always more economical than dealing with post-accident claims.
