There’s the bright side of spring that’s filled with pretty flowers and balmy days with plenty of sun. Then there’s spring’s evil twin – the pollen season. The pollen season is filled with runny noses, itchy eyes, sneezing, and a powdery yellow coating on your car. Besides being annoying , pollen on your vehicle can actually be damaging. Keep reading to learn how to protect your vehicle from pollen this year.
The Dangers of Pollen
When it comes to your car, some people might say that the biggest pollen hazard is creating an ugly eyesore, but the powdery spring nuisance can cause quite a bit of trouble. Most people don’t know that pollen is acidic and the longer it stays on your vehicle the more damage it does. If it remains on your vehicle for a long stretch of time it can ruin your clear coat and damage your paint job. In addition, when pollen gets in your interior, it can clog up the cabin’s air filter, and that’s not all. It can even deal a bit of damage to your engine. Keep reading to find out how you can prevent these problems.
Check Your Air Filter
Before the first dusting of pollen falls, make sure your cabin air filter is clean. You can check your owner’s manual to locate your cabin air filter, but they are usually positioned behind your glove compartment. If you’re not comfortable checking your air filter yourself, make an appointment with Thomasville Ford and we’ll check it for you.
Keep The Windows Up
Riding with the windows down on a bright spring day is a wonderful experience but when the pollen count in your area is high it’s best to keep the windows rolled up. You can check the pollen count in Thomasville, Georgia here.
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Wash and Wax Your Vehicle Regularly
You can wipe the pollen off the hood of your car everyday to keep it looking presentable, but that’s not enough to prevent damage. Unfortunately, waiting on the rain to wash away the pollen won’t suffice either. You’ll need to regularly wash your vehicle to keep the pollen from damaging your paint job or finding it’s way inside. You should also wax your vehicle before spring arrives to add an additional layer of protection.
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