- a canopy where the temperature and humidity correspond to the parameters of the environment, there is a constant movement of air and there is no direct effect of solar radiation and precipitation;
- heated room (individual garage) with a temperature not lower than 5°C and a relative humidity of 50-70%, equipped with supply and exhaust ventilation.
If the heated room (individual garage) has inefficient supply and exhaust ventilation, and the car is operated in the winter or after washing it is put into storage without prior drying, then the destructive effects on the protective and decorative coatings increase many times.
When storing the car in winter under a canopy or in an unheated room, remove the battery and store it separately; Drain the fluid from the windshield washer reservoir.
When preparing the vehicle for long-term storage:
- 1. Wash the car and wipe the body dry. Apply a preservative to the body.
- 2. Start and warm up the engine. Stop the engine, turn out the spark plugs and fill each cylinder with 25 to 30 g of engine oil heated to a temperature of 70 to 80°C, then turn the crankshaft 10-15 revolutions and wrap the candles.
- 3. Oiled tape (paper or fabric) seal the muffler outlet pipe.
- 4. Put the car on stands so that the wheels are raised above the supporting surface.
- 5. Fully charge the battery and store it in a cool dry place.
Vehicle maintenance during storage (once every two months) is as follows:
- 1. Remove the spark plugs, engage the fifth gear in the gearbox, turn the front wheel 2-3 turns and tighten the spark plugs.
- 2. Turn the steering wheel 1-1.5 turns in each direction. Actuate (3-5 times) brake and clutch pedals, accelerator pedal and parking brake.