The effects of the winter weather are very taxing on your vehicle, especially in its brake system. This post by Esyntheticmotoroil in Fairfield Township focuses on the scenarios to keep an eye on to prevent further damage.

Give your car a synthetic oil change in Fairfield Township to keep it in top shape. The oil experts at Esyntheticmotoroil will be happy to help you find the best oil for your car's needs. To learn more about their products, give them a call at (513) 348-0758 or stop by their online shop.

A Nerve-Wracking Scenario

Nothing seizes your attention more than hearing grinding or squealing sounds coming from your car. It's winter, and you depend on your vehicle's brakes to help you stop safely on ice and snow. All you can think about is how much this will cost you. Some brake noises are temporary and have no lasting effects, but you should know how the winter weather causes unpleasant sounds in the brake system before paying for an expensive repair.

Beware of Frozen Water and Snow

Water and ice can get between your brake pads and rotors while driving, and if the temperature drops significantly, it can freeze, causing the brakes to grind and squeal when you restart the vehicle. Allow the car to heat up before you drive to let the brakes warm-up. The ice should melt off the brake pads and rotors, and the problem is solved.

Rust Accumulation

A rust buildup on your brake rotors can cause them to make friction or screechy sounds. If your vehicle is left outside overnight, moisture from rain, snow, or dew can accumulate on the surface of the brake rotors. This humidity causes an oxide layer to form on the rotor, although you can use your brakes while you drive to remove the rust layering on the surface. If you want to keep your car's metallic pieces from rusting, the most effective way to avoid rust is to park the car in a garage or other dry environment overnight.

ABS Brakes

If you stop hard on snow or ice, you will likely engage your vehicle's anti-lock braking system, also known as ABS. In many cars, the ABS mode makes grinding or humming sounds when you hit the brake pedal. You may not be used to how the antilock brakes work, but don't panic - these sounds are normal and indicate that the ABS brakes are working as they should. Please don't fret about it. For the ABS brakes to work effectively, the driver needs to hold down the brake pedal with the foot adding constant pressure; no need to pump the brakes. So, make sure you keep continuous pressure on the brake pedal; don't take your foot off, even when you hear grinding or humming sounds.

Keep your car running smoothly with the help of a synthetic oil change in Fairfield Township. Call Esyntheticmotoroil at (513) 348-0758 to get acquainted with AMSOIL's range of oils and brake fluids. Place an order by calling and stopping by their website.

If brake noises persist after the winter season it's over, it may be time to let your trusted mechanic take a look at your vehicle. Your brakes are one of the essential safety features in your car; don't risk driving with damaged brakes.

Car Noises That Can Be a Symptom of a Breakdown

Most drivers have heard a high-pitched screech when accelerating. This noise usually comes from the belt that moves the auxiliaries when it slips on the pulleys. This can be fixed by something as simple as changing the belt, giving it a little more tension, or warning the driver that one of the pulley bearings, the tensioner, or an auxiliary is slightly seized.

Thumping in the Engine

If you hear sudden beats in the engine, turn it off and call a crane to take it to the workshop. It may be a small thing, but in many cases, it's a connecting rod that has loosened and hits the crankshaft. The repair is expensive, but it'll be worse if you keep on driving and the connecting rod seizes or comes out of place and ends up breaking the engine block, which will force you to replace a new engine altogether.

Keep your brakes operating correctly with the help of a synthetic oil change in Fairfield Township. AMSOIL's DOT 3 and DOT 4 Synthetic Brake Fluid gives the highest ABS and traction-control performance to keep your car running in its best shape while improving the brake system. Contact Esyntheticmotoroil at (513) 348-0758 or visit their online shop to learn more about their products.