Vehicle Maintenance
Why Preventive Maintenance Services Are Important — Silver Lake Auto & Tire Centers
As you reflect on the recommended schedule of services for your vehicle, perhaps you’re wondering if those preventive maintenance services are really all that important. Yes, they are. Your car is likely one of your larger purchases. Whether you plan to keep on driving it or trade/sell it to get a new one, you’ll be in a better position if you’ve kept your transportation well maintained. That’s because automobiles run better, longer if they’ve had proper care. You’ll ultimately spend less for major repairs and more adequately protect the value of your vehicle if you keep up with preventive maintenance. For all your service needs, rely on the ASE certified technicians at Silver Lake Auto & Tire Centers in New Berlin, Wisconsin.
Tips for Keeping Your Auto in Great Working Order
While maintenance services can’t prevent the need for all repairs, it can greatly extend the time and miles you drive before investing in major work. You’ll be able to put more trust in your car as a means of getting you safely and reliably from Point A to Point B, as well. Therefore, we’d like to offer a few tips for keeping your auto in good shape. One of the most crucial service points is the routine oil change. Motor oil serves three important functions. It lubricates the moving engine parts, removes some of the heat that is a by-product of friction, and suspends debris and dirt to keep abrasive contaminants from damaging the engine components. Over time and miles, oil ages and begins to break down. When this happens, it can no longer do its job as well as it did when the lubricant was fresh. Degraded oil and dirt can even combine to form sludge which threatens the life of your engine.
Another important service point is your tires. Ensuring the right air pressure helps you drive safely and increases the lifespan of the tires. It’s important to regularly monitor the PSI, particularly in cold weather. Also, keep and eye on your tread depth. The minimum safe amount is 2/32. Your tires will also wear more evenly if you have them rotated and balanced according to a planned schedule. In addition to the oil, all fluids (windshield washer, coolant, transmission, and power steering) should be checked periodically and topped off as needed. Finally, keep a check on the battery, replace worn belts and hoses, and get a tune-up with spark plug change as recommended by the manufacturer or sooner if you’re experiencing problems.
Your Local Partner for Vehicle Maintenance
Don’t let service needs scare you. Silver Lake Auto & TIre Centers is your nearby partner for maintenance.