How to Prepare Your Mitsubishi for a Successful Family Summer Vacation
How to Prepare Your Mitsubishi for a Successful Family Summer Vacation
Posted on June 4, 2025
How to Prepare Your Mitsubishi for a Successful Family Summer Vacation
Summer is the perfect season for family adventures, whether exploring Quebec's roads, visiting a national park, or simply enjoying the sun by the sea. But before hitting the road, it's essential to make sure your Mitsubishi is ready to handle the miles and unexpected challenges without forcing you to stop.
Here's a handy guide to properly prepare your Mitsubishi for your next summer vacation.
1 — Mechanical Inspection
This may seem like a redundant step, but it's so essential. Before any extended trip, it's imperative to schedule a visit to your Mitsubishi dealership for a preventive inspection to detect any potential problems and, more importantly, identify any issues that could cause you problems on the road.
Here are some more crucial elements to monitor:
Brakes: They must be in excellent condition, especially if your trips include mountain roads or if you're towing a trailer. Your tires: Check their wear, pressure, and the presence of a working spare tire, if applicable. There's nothing worse than discovering the spare tire can't be used after a flat tire. And if space permits, carrying a full-size tire can save you time on the road while you're on vacation.
Engine oil and fluids: Make sure your oil, coolant, brake fluid, and windshield washer fluid are topped up.
Battery: Summer puts a strain on batteries, especially when the air conditioning is on for extended periods. Make sure it maintains its charge.
2 — Interior comfort
A well-organized interior makes any trip more enjoyable, especially with children. Take advantage of the generous storage space your Mitsubishi offers to create dedicated areas for snacks, drinks, video games, books, pillows, blankets, balls, and other outdoor play items. In short, make sure everyone knows exactly where things go on board to prevent your car from becoming a mess. What's more, when you're traveling, keeping your belongings neatly organized ensures safety in the event of a collision. Loose objects in a vehicle can become projectiles upon impact.
3 — The Air Conditioning System
One detail: also make sure the air conditioning system is working properly, and consider replacing the cabin filter to ensure clean air on board. If you're on the road for several hours, or worse, stuck in a traffic jam when the temperature exceeds 30 degrees outside, a good air conditioning system is a valuable ally.
4 — On-board Technology
Most newer Mitsubishi vehicles are equipped with a multimedia system compatible with Apple CarPlay or Android Auto apps. Before setting off, test your phone's connection and make sure the navigation, music, and weather apps are up to date. Don't forget to bring chargers for all your electronic devices.
5 — Plan your route... and your stops
Even if you like to improvise, a little planning is recommended. Calculate rest periods, identify service areas, and check if roadwork is planned along your route. Your Mitsubishi can accompany you for hundreds of kilometers a day, but your family needs regular breaks.
Also, with a well-planned route in your navigation system (or your app), you'll drive with more confidence and make your trips safer.
6 — The truly unexpected
We don't want it to happen, but a breakdown is always possible on the road. If you're far from everything, you have to be prepared, just as you would if the breakdown occurs in the middle of the night while you're traveling between two more distant destinations.
So, make sure you have an emergency kit on board that contains food, water, jumper cables, a flashlight, and blankets, as nights can be cooler.
In short, a well-prepared vehicle gives you peace of mind. By taking the time to perform the necessary checks before your departure, you'll not only ensure a safe trip, but also an unforgettable summer with your family.