05/28/2026
Summer is hard on cars, but most of the fixes are things you can do yourself with parts from the yard. Here's your summer maintenance pull list:
AC components — Compressors, condensers, and blend door actuators are all pullable.
Cooling systems — Radiators, fans, thermostats, and hoses.
Lighting — Summer road trips mean making sure all your lights are working.
Alternators — Heat kills alternators. If yours is struggling, pull a tested replacement from a matching vehicle.
Windows & seals — Rattles, leaks, and stuck windows are summer annoyances.