Happy September, y’all! Fall is just around the corner, and even though it might be hard to let go of summer, the reality is creeping in. This means right now is the perfect time to kickstart your fall service. I know, I know, you’re thinking I’m crazy for talking about fall/winter service already. However, maintenance becomes very busy during the fall months, and getting ahead of it could save you time! So, this week’s blog is for anyone who wants to get on top of their fall maintenance! We’ve got three important services that should be completed for your end of summer service. They’re DIY approved, but we’re happy to help with any assistance you need! Just schedule an appointment today! Service To Complete…Inspection:
- The place to start is with an inspection. This is the best way to narrow down the service/ maintenance your vehicle needs most.
- This will include important checks like battery check, fluids, belts, hoses, lights, and more
- These are important to catch now because as temperatures fall, components can worsen
- Your tire tread is extremely important, especially during the upcoming winter months. If your tire tread is low or bald, you have no grip on slick and icy roads
- The proper tread depth should be at least 2/32”
- If you need a simple way to check your tire depth, utilize the penny test
- Penny Test How To: With Lincoln’s head facing downwards, place the penny into several grooves of a tire. If you can see the top of his head, your tread depth is worn too low and it’s time to replace your tires
- If you’re in heavy snow areas, you should invest in snow tires - which have proven to provide better traction than all-season tires.
- Keep an eye out for more than just tread depth. Look for intense light exposure, puncture holes, or anything thing else
- Often overlooked, but the real MVP of winter driving, windshield wipers are extremely important all year round, especially during the winter months
- When snow, sleet, hail, etc. are falling at you, you need a good pair of wipers to keep your visibility clear
- Examine your blades for breaks, tears, streaking, etc.
- If you’ve had your wipers for more than 6 months, it’s a good idea to replace them
- If you get a lot of snow, looking into purchase wipers specifically for snow/winter weather
