If you believe there is a chance that you will not be using your car for at least a month, it is necessary for you to take proper precaution and care in order to preserve it throughout this idle time. When you prep your car for this type of storage, you have a greater chance of preserving it for when you want to use it again.

Follow these helpful tips in order to protect your car throughout the storage situation.

• First, fill your car up. A full gas tank is a happy gas tank. When you do this you will prevent against condensation from forming in your tank while it is idle. Consider adding a fuel stabilizer and take your car for a ride before you store it in order to distribute the stabilizer evenly.

• Give your car a good washing and detailing. Whether you do this yourself or if you take it to a professional, make sure a layer of wax is also applied for added protection and care.

• Buy a 4-mil polyethylene drop cloth to place on your garage floor. This will act as a vapor barrier and protect your undercarriage.

• Make sure your parking brake is off.

• Disconnect the battery. This will prevent corrosion from building up and it will also prevent the battery from draining.

• Consider putting the car up on blocks. This decreases the weight and stress on the tires and the wheels.

• Put a rag into the tailpipe to reduce the chance of moisture building up and rusting this area.