Maintaining your vehicle keeps everything running smoothly and helps it perform at its best. Here are 7 must-do friendly maintenance tips to keep your car healthy and its trade-in value at its optimum.
Maintain your oil: Just like our bodies need water, cars crave good oil. When to change it can depend on how frequently you drive and how you drive. If you don’t properly maintain the oil levels, the engine will overheat. Check your oil every 3-4 months or an estimated three thousand miles. With synthetic oil, expect a lifespan of anywhere from 10,000 to 15,000 miles. Either way, when you top it off, your engine will thank you.
Tire TLC: An easy checking of the tread on your tires is to stick a penny in between the tread. If you can see the top of Lincoln’s head, the tires are worn down and it’s time to get new ones. Be sure to keep those air pressures in check once a week! It’ll give you better gas mileage for more adventures.
Wipe Away Worries: If your wipers are worn, swap them out at once for a new pair for better safety. We can help because your safety matters more than anything.
Check coolant level: Review your owner’s manual to determine where the coolant reservoir is. Wait until your engine is cool to look at it – the outside should have ‘low’ and ‘high’ visible markings. However, due to the complexities of these systems, check with us to support you in determining how to DIY if you are inclined to.
Check engine belts: Have your engine belts checked every year or two and replace them at every 50,000 miles. The belts live in the front of your engine and loop around various pulleys, fueling everything from the alternator to the air conditioner. Make sure to stop in to get these looked at and serviced.
Manual Magic: The Owner’s Manual of your vehicle is a treasure trove listing most preventative maintenance schedules. Stick to it, and make sure to schedule your service appointments.
Keep your vehicle clean: Waxing your car not only makes it shine and look great, but it effectively protects the finish on the vehicle. We recommend waxing two times per year. Save your interior from fading and other sun damage by parking in the shade. These spa days are especially important if you are looking to sell or trade-in your car.
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