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Kalamata and Messinia in general are currently in the midst of olive harvesting. A particularly intense period for farmers, but also for owners and drivers of 4×4 vehicles.
Olive trees spread throughout the prefecture of Messinia, from the mountainous villages of Taygetos to the more flat olive groves around Kalamata. The routes to the fields are usually particularly demanding, resulting in cars being subject to significant wear and tear. Driving on dirt roads, rocky paths and muddy roads puts a significant strain on 4×4 cars.
We understand how important it is to properly maintain your car during this time. With proper preparation and proper interventions from a specialized car repair shop, you can ensure that your car will remain safe, durable and able to serve you without problems throughout the olive harvest season.
At Sokratis Samios Auto Service, we fully understand the needs of 4×4 drivers and provide comprehensive solutions for the maintenance of your vehicles. In today’s article, we will present to you in detail three key points that you should definitely check on your car, immediately after the harvest is completed.
➡️ Suspension and tires: the basis for safe driving
The first and most important part that you should check is the condition of the suspension and tires of the 4×4. The dirt roads around Kalamata, the uneven terrain in many Messinian olive groves and the uphill paths, especially in the mountains of our prefecture, can easily cause significant damage to these points. Below, we will tell you in detail what are the check points that an experienced car mechanic should examine:
- Damage or leaks in shock absorbers: Dust and stones kicked up while driving in the fields can cause premature wear on shock absorber seals.
- Play or loose points in the arm and axle connections: Driving on uneven terrain can cause micro-movements that, over time, develop into serious problems.
- Even tire wear and correct tire pressure: During the harvest season, our car is usually loaded with heavy loads. This fact, combined with driving on muddy or wet terrain, should make us even more careful in checking tire pressure.
What can we do to avoid these problems? Proper alignment and timely replacement of worn tires significantly reduce the risk. At our workshop, our team of technicians undertake a complete and thorough inspection of the suspensions and tires of your 4×4, providing the reliability you need to avoid any problems in your travels.
➡️ Brakes and braking system: safety at every turn
Another point that you should check on your car, after the stress of the olive harvest, is the functioning of the brakes and braking system. Dust, mud and constant driving through fields are a major “enemy” of our car’s braking system.
Pads and discs are subject to intense wear, while the quality of the brake fluid often deteriorates.
Checkpoints:
- Cleanliness and wear of discs and pads: Even a small accumulation of dust can cause noise and reduced braking performance.
- Check the level and quality of brake fluid: Mud and dust can cause micro-leaks and reduced pressure in the system.
- Brake pedal response in conditions of increased load or rough road: A check of the performance of the brake pedal in these demanding situations is valuable and can give us very useful conclusions.
Messinia has many uphill dirt roads and steep mountain routes. It is therefore important that our car’s braking system works perfectly, so that we can drive safely and without unforeseen situations.
➡️ Engine, filters and fluids: the heart of the 4×4
Finally, a very important part that needs to be checked on the car is the engine. During olive harvesting, the engine of a 4×4 works at high intensity. High revs, carrying a large load and driving in muddy fields, strain the engine and require careful care.
Below we give you three engine check points that the auto repair shop should examine after the olive harvest season:
- Check and possible change of engine oil: After heavy use, oils usually wear out faster.
- Cleaning or replacing air filters: Dust from the fields reduces performance and increases fuel consumption.
- Checking the coolant, transmission and brake fluids: Proper maintenance protects the engine from damage and overheating.
With a check after completing your work, you can ensure that your vehicle is in ideal condition for the next trips. At our business, we utilize the most modern equipment to perform the diagnosis, thus ensuring maximum reliability.
Why choose Sokratis Samios Auto Service
Sokratis Samios Auto Service provides you with comprehensive care for all 4×4 vehicles in Messinia. Among other things, we provide:
- Professional engine diagnostics and maintenance.
- Checking and maintaining suspensions, brakes and tires.
- Specializing in many brands and types of 4×4.
- Bodywork and painting services for any wear or damage.
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Conclusion
The olive harvest in Messinia is one of the most demanding periods of the year for the use of a 4×4 vehicle. Therefore, after the harvest is complete, it is very important to proceed with inspection, care and regular maintenance of the vehicle, by a workshop you trust. This way you will ensure reliability, safety and longevity for your vehicle.
Make an appointment today to bring your 4×4 to our auto repair shop. Our specialized team, combined with the latest technology machinery we have, guarantee that your vehicle will be ready for every new journey, after the stress it endured during the olive harvest.
Sokratis Samios Auto Service is located at 32 Nikolaou Plastiras Street , Kalamata. We are available by phone (6984597400) for emergencies even outside of opening hours, until 21:00.
📞 Book your appointment now with Sokratis Samios Auto Service , by clicking here or by phone (27210 27325, 6984597400) and via the chat on our website.
