With spring just around the corner, it's time to prepare your vehicle for warmer weather. Mendota Ford is here to help with all your spring car maintenance needs. Keep reading to learn why spring service is so important for your vehicle and what our expert technicians recommend.
The Importance of Spring Car Maintenance
After a long winter, it's common for cars to have built-up deposits of salt, dirt, and debris. Not only is this unsightly, but it can also cause corrosion and wear on your vehicle over time. That's why a thorough spring cleaning of your car is so important.
It's also critical to check fluid levels and have them changed if needed. Fluids like motor oil, transmission fluid, coolant, and brake fluid degrade over time. Replenishing them will help keep your car running smoothly.
Of course, as the weather warms up, so do the temperatures. It's essential to check your tire pressure and tread depth to ensure safe handling and braking. Rotating and aligning your tires will also help them wear evenly and extend their life.
Recommended Spring Car Maintenance from Our Mendota Dealership
Here are the top spring car maintenance services we recommend at our Ford service center near LaSalle:
- Oil change - Old oil contains contaminants that can damage your engine. New oil helps lubricate and protect critical components.
- Fluid check and replacement - Check levels and the condition of transmission, brake, power steering, and other fluids. Replace if needed.
- Battery test and replacement - Cold weather is hard on car batteries. We'll test yours and install a new one if it's time.
- Tire rotation and balance - Rotating tires helps them wear evenly. Balance ensures a smooth ride around Rochelle.
- Wheel alignment - Proper alignment reduces tire wear and improves steering and handling.
- Air filter replacement - A clean filter allows proper airflow to your engine.
- Cabin air filter replacement - Prevent pollutants from entering your car's interior.
In addition to these key maintenance items, we'll perform a thorough inspection and let you know if we see any other issues, like worn brakes or damaged belts/hoses. It's much less expensive to fix minor problems before they turn into major repairs down the road.
Schedule Spring Car Maintenance Today
Get ahead of any issues and be ready for spring and summer driving around Sandwich. Call, use our digital form, or visit Mendota Ford to schedule your spring car maintenance. We service all makes and models. Our expert technicians have years of experience and use only top-quality products.
Located at 1401 South 13th Avenue in Mendota, we are eager to greet drivers from Dixon and all the surrounding communities. We look forward to caring for your vehicle and preparing it for your next adventure.