Will There Be Major Problems If a Car Is Parked for 2 Years Without Being Driven?
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There will be major problems if a car is parked for 2 years without being driven. The following are the hazards of leaving a car parked for too long: 1. Tire deformation: When a car is parked, the tires bear the entire weight of the vehicle, causing the contact area to deform over time. The longer the car is parked, the harder it is for the deformed part of the tire to recover. In minor cases, this leads to uneven rolling radius, posing safety hazards, and in severe cases, the tire may be completely ruined. 2. Oil seal aging: Prolonged parking can cause uneven stress distribution around the oil seal. Areas under greater stress will experience more deformation, leading to permanent distortion of the oil seal and oil leaks. 3. Battery failure: The car's battery discharges even when the vehicle is parked. Generally, the battery's capacity decreases by more than 1% per day due to self-discharge. Moreover, prolonged self-discharge can easily cause the battery to fail prematurely or completely. 4. Engine oil oxidation and deterioration: The longer the car remains parked, the more severe the oxidation of the engine oil becomes. Oxidized engine oil loses its lubricating properties and can corrode engine components. When starting an engine that has been parked for a long time, the cylinder and piston often experience dry or semi-dry friction, accelerating wear and tear on the parts. 5. Electronic component failure: In cars parked for extended periods, electronic components or wiring connectors are highly susceptible to moisture and corrosion. The longer the car remains parked, the higher the likelihood of malfunctions.
