How long can a car sit idle?

A car is a complex technical device that does not care about idle time. And although it seems to many that nothing will happen after parking a car, still a long absence of traffic can negatively affect its condition. Let's figure out how long the "iron horse" can stand still without harming itself. You can also significantly transform your car and make it more individual if you use tuning accessories, a huge assortment of which is available in our online store.

A short break is not a problem

A few days: Don't worry if you've left your car parked for a few days. Modern cars easily tolerate such short downtimes.

A week's rest requires preparation

A week of idle time: if you plan to leave the car for a week, it is better to prepare it for idle time. Here are some helpful tips:

• Charge the battery: When parked, the battery can be discharged due to security systems and other electronic components in standby mode. Connect the battery to the charger.
• Raise the windshield wipers: to avoid sticking the wiper blades to the frozen glass (in the cold season), raise them away from the windshield.
• Fill the tank full: A full tank of fuel minimizes the formation of condensation inside the tank.

Lunar simple is a serious test

A month of idle time: with a month of idle time, the risks for the car increase. In addition to preparation, as with a week's downtime, it is recommended:

• Place the car on special supports: this will help unload the suspension and prevent deformation of the tires.
• Lubricate the rubber seals: to avoid sticking of the door and loss of elasticity of the rubber seals, treat them with a special lubricant.

Prolonged simple is better to avoid

• More than a month: Leaving the car idle for more than a month can lead to serious problems. It is recommended to start the car and let it idle for 10-15 minutes once a week. It is also useful to drive a short distance to lubricate all components and assemblies.

It is important to remember: prolonged downtime is not good for the car. If possible, try to use it regularly. And if downtime cannot be avoided, then prepare the car in advance so that it is ready to go on the road again after returning.