Why Preventative Vehicle Maintenance is Important
Don’t wait or ignore getting preventative maintenance for your car, truck or SUV. If you choose to wait too long in between services, you might end up with a bigger, more expensive problem than the one you started with. Oil left unchanged can lead to a total engine seizure. A slow leak in a brake line can send your vehicle driving out of control and putting you in danger.
Start by reading up in your vehicle’s owner’s manual about preventative maintenance and any recommendations. This manual will tell you when it’s time to change your car’s oil, air filters and how much weight your vehicle can haul safely. It’s a smart idea to follow the schedule for preventative maintenance as listed in the manual to keeping your car functioning at its best.
Tips on Preventative Maintenance
- Start and keep a schedule for when inspections are needed. Take time regularly o give your car a front to back, top to bottom inspection. Search for things that look out of the ordinary, listen for any strange sounds and keep track of how well your vehicle is performing.
- Start checking and refilling all the fluids in your car regularly. Fluid spots or puddles on your driveway or where you park your vehicle are a good indication that something is leaking. This can include oil, transmission fluid, brake fluid and even windshield washer fluid.
- Replace necessary filters or have your filters replaced professionally regularly. Changing an oil filter can be a bit challenging job without some experience, but anyone should be able to change an air filter.
- Check your vehicle’s engine belts for any wear, nicks or damage. Also, ensure that the fan belt or serpentine belt is appropriately tight and does not squeal when the car is starting up or running.
Having regular maintenance services performed on your vehicle is very important for the life of your car. Call the auto repair and maintenance experts at AAMCO Overland Park today for an easy appointment.
