subject: Auto Repair Alert! Keep Your Fall Schedule Intact! [print this page] Now that summer is behind us and fall knocking at the door, its time to think about car maintenance and auto repair. A few preventive vehicle maintenance steps will prepare your vehicle for the change in climate and give you peace of mind with a reliable car to keep you on track.
Battery - Check the battery and charging system. The hot summer weather was hard on your car battery so dont get stranded out in the cold.
Cooling System If you have kept good auto repair service records, you will know if its time to clean, flush and put new antifreeze in the radiator. This should be done about every two years.
Windshield Visability - Make sure heaters, defrosters and wipers work properly. Consider winter wiper blades and use cold weather washer fluid. After the heavy summer rain storms, it may be time replace them, as typically, wiper blades should be replaced every six months.
Engine Tune-up - If youre due for a tune-up, have it done before winter sets in. Winter magnifies existing problems such as pings, hard starts, sluggish performance or rough idling.
Tires & Alignment - Check the tire tread depth and tire pressure. For lots of rain, snow and ice, consider special tires designed to grip slick roads. Its a good time to have the wheel alignment checked as well.
Brakes Have an inspection of the braking system. Its the vehicles most important safety component.
Exhaust System - Inspect for carbon monoxide leaks, especially dangerous during cold weather driving when windows are closed.
Exterior Lighting - Check to see that exterior and interior lights work and headlights are properly aimed so that you can see and be seen.
Oil Change Dirty oil can spell trouble in cold weather. Be diligent about changing the oil at recommended intervals. Consider changing to winter weight oil. Check the fuel, air and transmission filters at the same time.
With a little effort and a minimum financial outlay, take care of the above auto repair service so you can look forward to safe and reliable fall and winter driving wherever the road may take you.
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