If your vehicle is not used for a long time, it can suffer several unforeseen breakdowns. This post by TenEyck Distributing in Saint George sheds light on what happens if you leave your car stopped for too long. Read on!

Whenever you decide to leave your car stopped, don't forget to reach out to an AMSOIL dealer! Dial (208) 589-4660 to get in touch with TenEyck Distributing in Saint George. Their oil connoisseurs will advise you about the best options for your car's needs.

Mechanical Malfunctions

The most important faults that a vehicle can develop when left stopped for a long time are mechanical. One of the most critical defects would be that the powertrain stops working correctly. Otherwise, the vehicle would be completely useless. The engine can also get stuck due to old lubricating oil that can turn pasty inside the motor, and when this muddy paste dries up, it causes the engine to stick and prevent movement. This is catastrophic for the motor's internal components as they can strain to the point of breaking. On the other hand, the fuel, unfortunately, contains a certain amount of water, and this will start to generate rust that will eventually not allow the pistons to move or require a lot of effort to do so.

Cooling System Faults

The engine's cooling system works thanks to antifreeze liquid. If it's not moved for an extended period, its ingredients will separate, especially the ethyl glycol and water. Water creates rust and corrosion in the system. Subsequently, the cooling system can get clogged with rust and corrosion, and starting the engine will cause the water pump to break quickly. Also, the engine would quickly overheat, and your car could drift. Belts and hoses dry out due to dust and moisture in the environment, which would cause them to break the next time the engine is turned on. This will lead systems like the alternator, the water pump, and others to underperform or stop working.

Call (208) 589-4660 to get familiar with the benefits of synthetic oil products, the professionals at TenEyck Distributing in Saint George will present you with an AMSOIL formula that will fit your vehicle's needs.

Electrical Faults in the Vehicle

If you decide to leave your car stopped, you must keep in mind that batteries or accumulators work through chemical reactions. These reactions fade over time if electricity is not added to them. The battery fluid is responsible for being the conductor of this chemical reaction, and if the charge is lost, you'll need to replace the battery with a new one. When a vehicle is left without use for a long time, dust accumulates in every expected and unexpected place. When this happens in the electrical terminals at the moment of having an electrical current, it will cause a short circuit. All of which can damage everything from the vehicle's fuses and even cause a fire. Dust will also clog things like window lifters and other systems, burning out the motors that control them.

Brake System

This is another element that could get damaged leave your car stopped for a long time. The brakes system can get rusty, especially metallic components, preventing the linings or shoes from working correctly. To withstand the temperature that friction generates when braking without evaporating and losing pressure, brake fluid is made up of chemicals that are corrosive to some materials. After an extended period, they can even break the hoses that store it, leaving the vehicle unable to stop, and this can certainly cause a fatal accident when not treated on time.

Vehicles Are Designed to Be Driven

Suppose cars are not maintained when stored, as you can see. In that case, they will present defects that will leave the vehicle stranded and be extremely risky for the people who drive them, the passengers, and even others outside the car. So, if you're going to stop the vehicle, don't forget to run the vehicle's engine at least once a week. If you want to know how to avoid breakdowns in your vehicle, take a look at TenEyck Distributing's blog and scroll through their wide arrange of topics that could help you.

Keep your car in excellent condition with the help of a synthetic oil change to complement its preventive maintenance routine. To keep your engine running smoothly, be sure to check out and try AMSOIL's Signature Series 0W-20 Synthetic Motor Oil. Reach out to TenEyck Distributing in Saint George to find out more about synthetic oil products by calling (208) 589-4660 or visiting their online store to make a purchase.