The condition of the vehicle is a fundamental factor to guarantee the safety of its occupants and other road users. As the car ages, it is necessary to inspect it and carry out maintenance work in a more exhaustive manner. And it is that he number of passenger cars more than 15 years old in Spain is increasing. In fact, it can be said that records have been broken in terms of the age of the vehicle fleet: 50% of the cars that circulate in Spain are at least 15 years old, according to Anfac data.
And it is that he Last year 2023, for every new car, two used cars were soldThat is, twice as many second-hand cars were sold as new ones, according to Ganvam. For all these reasons, Norauto lists everything that should be monitored in a car as the years go by. Something essential for security.
There is certain elements of the vehicle that must be reviewed as the years or kilometers pass. In any case, you must always follow the instructions made by the manufacturer regarding revisions.
Safety elements such as belts or Isofix
With continued use, Belts can fray and the collection system can deteriorate. Of course, Both the belt and other safety elements such as airbags must be replaced in the event of an impact in which these systems have acted. It is also recommended check Isofix anchors if a child restraint system is installed.
steering system
With the passage of time they can problems may arise in the steering system, such as the steering wheel becoming harder than normal, there is more play or vibrations arise.
Timing belt or chain
A timing belt can last up to 10 years. However, It is advisable to follow the manufacturer’s specifications at the time of replacement. If, on the other hand, the car has a chain, it must be taken into account that slack may arise over time. Therefore, a review is recommended, since The chains are manufactured to last the entire useful life of the car if proper maintenance is carried out.
Alternator
It is responsible for maintaining the charge of the car’s starting battery. It is important to carry out a review or replacement when it stops working correctly. The useful life is more than 200,000 kilometers, although it depends on the conditions of use. Over that time, some of its components will likely need to be replaced. In general, the battery warning light on the instrument panel usually comes on while the vehicle is running. This suggests a fault in the charging system.
Starting motor
It is an electric motor whose The objective is to start the vehicle’s engine. Its useful life can also exceed 200,000 kilometers, depending on use. If the rest of the elements work and the car does not start when you turn the ignition key, it may be because the starter motor is defective.
Accessories/Services Strap
Although can last up to 10 years, It is necessary to change it when it is time to replace the timing belt. In principle, It is usually recommended between 60,000 and 120,000 kilometers, although you must always follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Of course, it should be changed if frayed areas, cracks or any other abnormalities are observed on the teeth of the rubber.
Shock absorbers
They influence the behavior of the brakes, the steering and the stability of the vehicle. They are usually changed after 80,000 kilometers and before 90,000 kilometers, according to manufacturer. The change must be made by axles, that is, replace the two front axle shock absorbers at the same time or both rear axles.
Clutches
Over the years there is wear on the disc. Likewise, the clutch cylinder can fail. If the car slips when leaving or the clutch has a lot of travel, these are signs that the clutch is worn. It can be verified in a very simple way. In a safe place away from traffic, you should stall by putting the vehicle in the highest gear and releasing the clutch. If it doesn’t, this means that the clutch disc is starting to give problems.
Oxides
Vehicle elements can begin to rust over time. This happens especially in beach areas and mainly affects metal areas. If the car has spent most of its life in humid areas, one has to check the chassis beams, the exhaust system, the wheel arches, the suspension, the connection points… In short, a complete check must be carried out on any element that may have rusted over time.
Engine mount/mounts
They are responsible for offering greater comfort, since They absorb the vibrations produced by the engine itself. With the passage of time and use, it is usually necessary to change them for new ones. If they are not changed, they can cause breakage of the engine anchors, among other breakdowns.
Injectors
Although It is not usually necessary to change them, it is important to clean them regularly. Over the years the holes can become clogged or dirt can accumulate on the nozzle seat. This can also cause an increase in consumption.
Cinder
With use, carbon tends to accumulate inside the engine, especially in vehicles. diesel. Decarbonization is recommended, which will also cause the car to regain power and achieve greater engine smoothness.
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