When it comes to car repair and maintenance, there is a lot of bad information out there. Wrong or misleading advice often comes from well meaning but misinformed people and it could be costing you a lot of money.

1. You should top off your brake fluid if it’s running low.

This is false, it would be nice to think that this is all you need to do but low brake fluid is often a symptom of a larger problem. Have your Tucson brake check right away if you notice low fluid levels.

2. Dishwashing liquid is a good alternative to car wash soap.

Soap made specifically for washing cars isn’t just repackaged dish soap. It is specifically designed not to damage your paint’s finish and to leave your car looking great. Dishwashing liquid can actually cause damage to your car.

3. A car battery quickly recharges after a jumpstart.

After a jumpstart, your car’s batter can take multiple hours of driving to fully recharge. Additionally, a battery that needs to be jumpstarted may be faulty and need replacement.

Never take car advice at face value. Rely on experts and tested advice and ask for details during your next Tucson car tune up instead of just trying something because it sounds good.

Tags: Tucson Brake Check, Tucson Car Tune Up