The thorough Spring Health Check focuses on areas that are most likely to have suffered increased use and wear during the Winter months:

1. Fluid and top-ups
Keeping fluids topped up is an essential part of year-round maintenance. The Spring Health Check will look to see that the screen wash, oil, and the power steering lubricant are all operating at the right levels.

2. Battery
Wet and cold weather can put a real strain on the battery. ŠKODA’s technicians will check that it charges correctly to provide the right level of power to vehicle systems and that the contacts are clean.

3. Tyres
The car is only separated from the road by a very small contact patch. It is therefore important that tyres continue to meet the minimum legal tread depth of 1.6 mm and are inflated at the optimum front and rear pressures.

4. Air conditioning
Air conditioning is vital for keeping cool as the mercury begins to rise and it is also a very effective method for clearing misty windscreens and increasing visibility during colder periods.

5. Brakes
Brakes are a fundmental safety component, and it is critical that they provide the maxmimum stopping distances during periods of changeable weather. The inspection focuses on brake fluid, pads and discs to verify that they are both legal and in perfect condition.

6. Lights
The vehicle is checked at the front and rear for any defective bulbs and incorrect beam alignment. Fog lights, which are essential for any murky Spring days, are also examined for their cleanliness and illumination.

7. Wiper blades
Smeary windscreens caused by cracked and worn rubber blades hinder visibility both in wet and bright conditions. Techicians will replace any wipers that do not make for the clearest of driving experiences.

Article source: www.skoda.co.uk