Published by admin at July 12, 2016 To help keep your vehicle lasting as long as possible, it is recommended to bring it in for regular maintenance inspections. Between visits, you can inspect some parts yourself, like the tires, belts, hoses, and oil levels. There are several hoses in your vehicle, all of which transport fluid to a different area of your vehicle. Always make sure to inspect the hoses themselves, as well as the connecting ends of the hoses for any leaks. If a hose is leaking, it can result in an overheated engine or other issues if it is ignored. The hoses work together with the belts to keep your vehicle running efficiently and also maintaining the proper operating temperature. If your engine overheats it can cause serious damage, as well as damage to other components under the hood. By keeping the hoses maintained and making sure they are connected securely, you can help prevent engine issues and other problems in the future. Your vehicle’s hoses are important to keep it running correctly and efficiently. Even if you inspect them at home, it is always good for us to look at them to make sure they are working correctly and in good shape with no damage to them. With age, rubber hoses can become hard and brittle. This happens with exposure to heat and can cause the hoses to split, blister, or even leak. If this occurs, you will need to have them replaced as soon as possible. Check for any hardening or softening of the hose, which can be done by pinching the hose. If a hose feels rock hard or mushy it should be replaced as soon as possible. Other signs to look for are visible cracks, leaking, blistering, or other damage on the outside of the hose. If you notice that your hoses are leaking, we suggest that you should replace them immediately before further damage can occur to other parts of your vehicle. By having the hoses inspected for your vehicle, you can improve the reliability when you drive this summer.