Chassis As in the human foot are bearing the weight of the body, chassis and frame are holding the car, so they deserve due attention.
The importance of the case should be obvious, but is a system so complex that many engineers and define it only as the unit that connects to the car with the surface of the street or road.
However, their work and importance beyond: Supports and suspension to the total mass of the vehicle, hold the steering, engine load and the braking system also serves to transmit torque without the which no auto walk. But he has other more.
Features
The chassis is not just a metal frame (called frame) which are placed on other parts, which make the chassis itself, but as mentioned is a system that must support the weight of the entire vehicle, while ensuring a smooth operation, such as those produced by the curves when traveling at excessive speed. The front and rear, with its many parties are also supported on the frame. Before arriving to redress better take a preventive strategy to avoid it (holes on the way), and to have his car unnecessary twists caused by sudden acceleration and braking. There is little that can be done when the damage to the chassis is great, but to an owner must be said that this is a very well constructed piece with high quality materials. Even so, corrosion, due to lack of service, you can seize it and destroy it.
Maintenance
In this sense, speaking of keeping the bottom of the car we refer not only to the chassis itself, but as vital parts such as suspension, lower the engine and transmission. All these components require, as any other part or system of the car, regular checkups and cleaning.
The best way to evaluate the status of a case is raising the car through a bridge, or view it from below in a pit. Cleaning should be done at least four times a year, and the best way to do this is through a jet of steam at high pressure and temperature to loosen dirt, scale and other impurities. To this end, using specialized washers.
If the vehicle is traveling through areas of high salt concentration, as on the coasts, washing should be performed more frequently and should reach the bottom and inside of the mud flaps. This recommendation is due to damage caused by the iron salt.
so hard washing will also means that the lubricants dry out or dissolve. It is therefore necessary that after cleaning re-lubricate all components or parts specified by the manufacturer for that purpose.
also be lubricated various elements of the suspension and steering, as well as use to check the status of pieces such as crosses and compacts. Some manufacturers, due to changes in technology, claim that certain models do not need this kind of maintenance, but if in doubt contact your dealer or consult your car owner's manual.
When washing is complete, apply a protective coating that appears to mix oil WD-40 plus a silicone solution, in turn, keeps the lubrication for longer. A final recommendation for best results and protect the chassis even more is applied at the end of the wash and lubrication, a rust throughout the structure.