Don't forget to check your car’s AT and power steering fluids

Since most car owners use their vehicles less frequently nowadays, it might just slip your mind.

So Prestone reminds motorists to always check their vehicles and take them to a service center at least annually for preventive maintenance to prevent experiencing car breakdown once they hit the road.

Most car owners usually overlook the two essential fluids that they need to focus on—the automatic transmission and power steering fluids.

The automatic transmission fluid (ATF) lubricates the bearings and metal parts inside a vehicle’s automatic gearbox. The ATF also prevents these components from grinding down when in motion. It is important to regularly maintain a car’s ATF as it not only lubricates the moving parts but also gives hydraulic pressure and friction to make the internal parts function.

Transmission fluid in both manual and automatic transmissions also helps in keeping the transmission cool. Since most vehicles today use an automatic transmission, it is important to regularly check on them because it is more expensive to repair than vehicles with manual transmission.

Prestone’s Automatic Transmission Fluid helps eliminate the need for costly repairs with cracked and dry seals conditioning and its stop leak technology. Its high and low-temperature friction characteristics also enable smooth shifting even under extreme conditions.

Meanwhile, the power steering fluid (PSF) is a hydraulic fluid that transmits power in modern cars with power steering. As a significant component of the steering system, PSF allows the driver to turn the steering wheel smoothly.

Topping up the PSF is usually not included in regular maintenance but it is still vital as it helps prevent grit and sludge from accumulating and getting into the vehicle’s pinion seals and rack. It is highly recommended that car owners periodically change their vehicle’s PSF using high-quality fluids and consulting expert mechanics to maintain it.

The Prestone Power Steering Fluid uses a stop leak technology to prevent pump breakdown caused by wear, oxidation, and foaming. This results into less pump squealing and helps in enabling a smooth power steering operation. It also streams at sub-zero temperatures to ensure cold weather steering performance.

It is also advised to prevent buying counterfeit products sold in market, especially brake fluid. Using fake products on your vehicle can cause malfunctions or permanent damage on various parts, which may lead to a car breakdown, engine replacement, or accidents. To verify the authenticity of the product, check the details, look for imperfections, and look for the PS mark or ICC stickers issued by the Philippine Bureau of Product Standards.

To learn more about Prestone products, log on to its official website at prestone.com.ph and like their official Facebook page, Prestone Philippines. To purchase authentic Prestone products online, visit The Clorox Company Flagship Store on Lazada (lazada.com.ph/shop/the-clorox-company).

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