One of the best ways to keep the value of your car and to prevent costly repairs is with regular maintenance. Make sure you are keeping up with these important preventative maintenance tasks recommended by Ford.
Change Your Fluids
Most car owners know their car needs regular oil changes. However, that is not the only important fluid that needs to be regularly checked in your Ford. You should also have your radiator fluid, transmission fluid, and brake fluids checked often. Additionally, your air conditioning coolant can affect your car’s ability to reach a comfortable interior temperature. Low windshield wiper fluid can reduce visibility and result in a dangerous driving situation. Make sure that your vehicle inspection includes each of these important fluid checks.
Maintain Your Tires
Your vehicle’s tires may be more important than you realize. Not only are they responsible for getting you where you need to go, but they can also affect your fuel efficiency, wear and tear on the mechanical components of your car, and the overall safety of your car. You should have your tires rotated as often as you have your oil changed. It is also important to regularly check your tires’ treads and to replace them when they are low. In many cases, choosing the cheapest tires is not usually the safest choice.
Regular Car Washes
Car washes serve more purpose than having a clean car: they also protect your car’s exterior paint. Large amounts of dust or debris that is not removed can scratch the paint over time. Additionally, if your windshields and windows are covered in dirt, it can present a dangerous situation, reducing your visibility. Regular car washes are just as important during the winter months as they are in the summer. When ice from the road’s sticks to your car’s paint, it can eventually lead to rust.
Inspect Your Battery
Without a battery, your car will not work. Avoid the inconvenience of a dead battery by checking your battery’s charge often. There are tools that you can use at home to test the charge of your battery. Some car inspections also check the battery during the multi-point inspection. The technician can usually identify when a battery’s charge is low and notify you when it’s time to replace the battery.
Choosing a Ford Dealer
Many Ford owners consider the differences between maintenance tasks at a local mechanic or with a Ford dealer. Ford mechanics are the most knowledgeable technicians when it comes to the maintenance of your Ford. Choosing a Ford dealership for these services can ensure that your car maintains its value, maximizes its fuel efficiency, and ensures that it is reliable and safe. In fact, most Ford warranties will require that you receive services through an approved Ford dealer.
Ford dealers offer the most important services including oil and filter changes, wheel alignment, and a full multi-point inspection. Come by the Ford Store Morgan Hill today to schedule your Ford inspection. You can easily schedule an appointment online.
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