Alright. Let’s talk car maintenance.

Seasons change, and so do your car’s needs. Whether you’re braving the winter frost, prepping for summer road trips, or just surviving spring pollen season, this no-BS seasonal maintenance checklist will keep your ride running smooth and stress-free.

And because we’re all about making life easier, there’s a free downloadable checklist PDF at the end. 👀 Let’s go.

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❄️ WINTER CAR MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST (a.k.a. "Will My Car Survive the Cold?")

❄️ Check Your Battery → Cold kills weak batteries. If yours is 3+ years old, get it tested or replaced.

❄️ Inspect Your Tires → Snow, ice, rain? Winter tires = lifesaver. Also, keep an eye on tire pressure, it drops in cold weather. (internal link : “How to check my tiers pressure”)

❄️ Top Up Antifreeze & Windshield Washer Fluid → Because frozen windshields are NOT the vibe.

❄️ Test Your Defroster & Heater → You don’t wanna find out they’re busted on a freezing morning. (internal link : “How to check my Defroster & Heater”)

❄️ Pack an Emergency Kit → Blanket, flashlight, jumper cables, and snacks (because priorities).

❄️ Check Oil & Fluids → Cold weather thickens oil, so make sure yours is winter-ready. (internal link : “How to check oil and fluids on my car”)

🚀 Pro Tip: If your dashboard warning lights are on, don’t ignore them! Your battery warning light on dashboard could mean your car won’t start when you need it most.

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🌸 SPRING CAR MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST (a.k.a. "Goodbye Winter, Hello Potholes & Pollen")

🌸 Check Your Brakes → Winter roads = extra wear. If they squeak, grind, or feel weird, get them checked.

🌸 Inspect Wipers & Replace If Needed → Winter kills wiper blades. Change them if they streak.

🌸 Clean Your Car (Inside & Out) → Winter salt = rust’s best friend. Give your car a deep clean.

🌸 Check Your Tire Pressure → Temps rise, tire pressure changes. Adjust it as needed.

🌸 Inspect Your Suspension & Alignment → Potholes can mess things up. If your steering feels off, it’s time for a check-up.

🌸 Check the Air Conditioning → You don’t wanna find out it’s broken on the first hot day.

💡 Reminder: If your brake warning light on dashboard comes on after winter, get it checked ASAP.

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☀️ SUMMER CAR MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST (a.k.a. "Road Trip Ready or Nah?")

☀️ Test Your Air Conditioning → Hot car + broken A/C? Absolutely not.

☀️ Check Tire Pressure & Tread → Heat expands air, so adjust accordingly before long drives.

☀️ Change Oil If Needed → Hot weather can thin out oil, so make sure yours is fresh.

☀️ Inspect Coolant Levels → Overheating is the #1 cause of summer car breakdowns.

☀️ Clean Your Air Filter → Dust & pollen can choke your engine & A/C system.

☀️ Check Your Battery → Heat is just as bad as cold for batteries. If it’s old, replace it.

☀️ Prepare a Road Trip Kit → Sunscreen, sunglasses, water, and don’t forget a phone charger.

🚨 Warning Light Watch: If your engine temperature warning light pops up, pull over before your engine fries itself.

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🍂 FALL CAR MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST (a.k.a. "Prep for the Cold Again")

🍂 Check Tire Tread → Fall rain + bald tires = skating rink situation.

🍂 Inspect Brakes Again → Wet roads mean you need full stopping power.

🍂 Check Heater & Defroster → The last thing you need is a fogged-up windshield and no way to clear it.

🍂 Replace Wipers If Needed → Fall leaves + rain = visibility nightmare.

🍂 Test Battery → Cold is coming, so make sure it’s strong enough.

🍂 Stock Up on Emergency Supplies → Winter is around the corner. Get ready.

👉 If your check engine light comes on, don’t wait—fix it before winter makes things worse.

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📝 Download Your Free Seasonal Car Maintenance Checklist PDF!

We made it easy-peasy for you. 📥 Download Karlota’s Seasonal Car Maintenance Checklist PDF and keep it in your glove box, on your phone, or share it with that one friend who forgets to check their oil.

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