Summer Maintenance

Summer Maintenance At Stanley Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM Gilmer

When you’re trying to get your car ready for the changing seasons, you’ll want to make sure that you make a stop by Stanley Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM Gilmer. There are a lot of systems, fluids, and parts that you’ll want to keep close track of when you’re preparing for the road, but when you’re near Tyler, Gilmer, or Longview, you can easily stop by our dealership for a quick inspection.

Your Fluids

When you’re trying to make sure that your vehicle runs smoothly, you’ll want to make sure that all of your fluids are taken care of. The most important fluid in your vehicle is arguably your oil, as it makes sure that your engine is lubricated, and can prevent the buildup of heat. If it’s been a while since your last oil change, you’ll want to schedule an appointment as soon as possible. Bad oil can completely wreck your engine. You’ll also want to keep an eye on your coolant, as that will also help your model deal with the increase in temperature by cooling down your engine as needed. For other systems like your power steering, brakes, and your transmission, it’s best to see a professional for your fluid change, as they can be hard to access depending on your model.

A Quick Tire Check

Your tires are in constant contact with the road, so you’ll want to make sure that they’re in good shape.

• Pressure Check: You should always start with a pressure check when trying to determine the state of your tires. Generally, you’ll find the recommended PSI written on the tire itself.
• Tire Balancing: Your tires are often different weights and need to be balanced in order to maintain proper performance. If your model’s handling feels rough, you may want to ask your technician about tire balancing.
• Tire Rotation: Tires can take a different amount of wear depending on where they’re placed. If you want to make sure they last for a longer time on the road, you’ll want to get them routinely rotated.
• Tire Alignments: When your tires aren’t aligned, it can feel like your vehicle is trying to pull against you when driving. This can also cause your tread to wear away quickly.

Other Major Parts

Once you’re finished dealing with your tires and your fluids, you’re going to want to take a look at some of the major parts of your vehicle. This might include your:

• Battery: When your battery goes out, your vehicle is going to refuse to start. When you want to get ahead of the problem, you can always bring your battery to the dealership for testing.
• Brakes: Your brakes won’t last forever, which is why you’ll want to get them routinely inspected. This will make sure that you avoid any potential accidents on the road.
• Other Systems: If you notice that a certain part of your vehicle is struggling, you can always stop by for service. You’re going to want to be confident in your vehicle when you’re behind the wheel, so if you ever feel like something is wrong, you can count on our mechanics to provide you with a quick and easy solution.

 

When you want to make sure that you’re ready for the Summer heat, you’ll want to schedule a service with Stanley Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM Gilmer.