Summer Vehicle Maintenance Benefits

September 9th, 2019 by

When it comes to summer car maintenance suggestions, Sterling McCall Lexus is standing by to help. There are plenty of ways in which your vehicle can experience some potentially destructive wear-and-tear throughout the ‘dog days’. That damage can be prevented, however, by observing these simple steps toward ‘summer-proofing’ your vehicle.

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The Benefits of Summer-Proofing Your Vehicle
You have meticulously planned and mapped out your course for an incredible summer vacation with your friends and family. But nothing can ruin your road trip plans faster than a broken-down car. And your vacation plans aren’t the only potential casualties if you choose to disregard the advantages of summer-proofing your car.

Car Maintenance Saves You Cash
Putting off car maintenance is an error that everyone makes. In our rush to get on the road, we do not take the time to make certain our car, truck, or SUV is ready for the road. Before you know it, your radiator has sprung a leak or your engine has burned up in the summer heat. Which do you think will cost you more? A gallon of coolant or a new engine?

Increase the Lifespan of Your Vehicle
Keeping your vehicle maintained isn’t simply to make certain you get a less costly, hassle-free road trip. Over time, keeping your car maintained ensures its longevity for far longer than a minimally maintained one.

Road Safety
No one wants to be broken down on the side of the road in the middle of nowhere, or worse. keeping your car in tip-top shape can make sure you and your family and friends get to ‘Point B’ safe and sound. So, before you hit the road, take a few minutes to look at this short summer vehicle maintenance checklist:

Air Conditioner
When you run your A/C, pay attention to any strange odors, odd sounds, or minimal or no cooling. If any or all of these problems pop up, you’ll probably need to get your A/C system checked out.

Coolant
Check your radiator or overflow tank levels to make sure your engine is being effectively cooled. Using a coolant tester can verify your water/coolant mixture is where it should be.

Engine Fluids
Check your oil, brake fluid, and transmission fluid to ensure your vehicle’s moving parts are effectively lubricated at all times.
The 3 ‘B’s’

Brakes
Remove the tires one-at-a-time and check your brake pads and/or shoes for any noticeable indicators of wear-and-tear.

Battery
A battery tester can check the strength of your battery to make sure your car starts up each time you need it to.

Blades
Ensure your windshield wiper blades are in excellent shape and not bouncing across your dry windshield or leaving a trail of water on a wet one.

Getting Your Car Service Done at the Auto Dealership
For all of your automotive preventative maintenance needs, Sterling McCall Lexus in the Houston area has everything you require to maintain your car, including the expertly trained, Lexus certified mechanical specialists you’ll need to guarantee your vehicle is repaired to manufacturing specifications. So, when making your preparations for the summer, make sure to set up a quick summertime examination of your car, truck, or SUV and allow our automotive specialists provide you with a risk-free summer season.

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