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What to Do If a Car Is Not Driven for a Long Time?

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Olga

07/25/25 3:27pm

If a car is not driven for a long time, the following precautions should be taken when parking it: 1. Before long-term parking, give the car body a thorough cleaning to help prevent corrosion and oxidation. Use a car cover to protect the vehicle from dust and other damage. 2. Disconnect the negative terminal of the battery (power off) to avoid power consumption. When restarting, simply reconnect the terminal. This prevents the battery from being unable to start due to prolonged inactivity. 3. During extended periods of inactivity, such as over six months, check the tire pressure and inflate the tires if the pressure is insufficient. 4. Do not leave food or drinks in the car when it is parked for a long time. Opened food and drinks can mold within three or four days, causing air pollution inside the car.

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