5 Guides on Lockdown in Maharashtra for Your Car

5 Guides on Lockdown in Maharashtra For Your Car

It has been staying home again for the next two weeks for residents of Maharashtra and the government has announced some strict lockdown measures to counter the COVID19 threat. The coronavirus pandemic has affected everyone across the state, disrupting everyday life. Unfortunately, the number of cases affected by COVID-19 is increasing faster than ever in India, forcing states to announce containment measures. These steps are being taken to ensure that everyone practices social distancing to reduce human contact to a minimum.

In addition, a strong emphasis is being placed on the practice of personal hygiene. The best way to deal with the coronavirus is to stay indoors and only go out in the event of an emergency. And in such a scenario, your vehicle will not be used either. Here are our tips for maintaining your vehicle during the COVID-19 2.0 crash.

1) Turn it on

While you cannot and should not take your vehicle out for a drive in this lockdown period, one should make sure to start the vehicle once every two to three days. And then leave it idle for 10-15 minutes. This will ensure that the vehicle battery does not discharge and the oil heats up and circulates through the engine, maintaining its viscosity. However, if you cannot do all this, we suggest that you disconnect the battery from your terminal.

2) Move it

Yes, we mentioned that one cannot take the vehicle for a ride outside, however, if you can drive or travel within its compound or in society, do so. This will keep all components in working order, be it the air conditioning or the brakes.

3) Spin the wheels

If your four- or two-wheeler has been stationary for an extended period, all the weight is concentrated on a patch of the tire that is in contact with the surface. To avoid this, turn the wheels and roll them to alter the contact patch. In the case of a four-wheeler, you can move forward or backward one meter and then park the vehicle accordingly. Avoid keeping the parking brake on, as it could block them. It is advisable to leave the vehicle running to restrict movement.

4) Check electrical connections

In many cases, when vehicles are parked in enclosed areas, rats tend to enter the vehicle and chew on the electrical connections. The best way to avoid this is to open the hood frequently and do a thorough check of the nests. Also, it should be helpful to keep mothballs in different corners of the engine compartment.

5) Keep Your cabin and car clean

If the car has not been used for a long time, please make sure the windows are down when you start the car. At least 15 minutes to ensure the cab is ventilated, ensuring adequate ventilation. To be precise, the plastics in the trim, dashboard, and air conditioning vents tend to emit benzene, which is experienced by the smell after opening the car. Also, do not turn on the air conditioning as soon as you enter the vehicle, but after a couple of minutes.