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Essential Fall Car Maintenance Tips
You know the drill: as the days grow shorter and the leaves begin to change color, it's a clear sign that fall has arrived in Missouri. While many people associate fall with cozy sweaters and pumpkin spice lattes, it's also a crucial time to ensure your Ford or quality pre-owned vehicle from Bob Sight Ford in Lee's Summit is in top shape for the upcoming seasonal changes. To help you stay safe on the road, here are some essential fall car maintenance tips. After you're done reading, we recommend scheduling a service appointment so you don't put anything off for too long. If that sounds like something you're interested in, keep reading!
Maybe the Easiest Thing You Can Do For Your Vehicle
Are you ready for it? It's your windshield wipers. One of the very first things that we recommend to anyone for the fall months is to make sure that their wwipers are working properly. Many recommend that windshield wipers be changed every six months, and while we aren't telling you that you have to follow this advice to the letter, during months where it will rain more such as fall, you'll feel better on the road knowing that they've been checked out. They are key to ensuring you can see effectively out of your new Ford, and if you have too much streaking, that could actually make things a lot worse. So definitely avoid all of that and just take the opportunity to get them replaced! Our service techs can even direct you to some of the best ones if you want an opinion to work with.
Check Your Tires and Keep Rolling
The condition of your tires is vital for traction and safety. As temperatures drop, tire pressure can decrease, potentially leading to underinflated tires. Make sure to check your tire pressure regularly and consider switching to winter tires if you live in an area with harsh winters. Also, inspect the tread depth to ensure adequate grip on wet and slippery roads.
Change Your Oil: Fall, Spring, and In Between
We can't talk about maintenance without also mentioning that you should be getting regular oil changes done for your vehicle. This is perhaps the most important maintenance tip we can continue to give as it works hard to keep the engine in your vehicle running smoothly, without any hiccups. It's also incredibly cost effective, as engine parts can be expensive and timely to replace. What this boils down to is, if it has been a fair few months since the last oil change, it might be the perfect opportunity to schedule one and make sure that the cool weather doesn't have any trouble in store for your vehicle.
Check the Battery and Make Sure the Spark is Still There
Another key maintenance tip that we want to point out is the overall importance of the battery in your vehicle. This is how everything stays running efficiently, and if you ever end up with a dead car battery, you'll be out of luck until someone comes around to rescue you. So, this is a great opportunity to allow our service technicians to test your battery to see how it is holding a charge, and if they recommend getting it replaced. Usually, batteries younger than five years old should be fine, but anything older than that should be looked at.
Schedule Service Appointment at Bob Sight Ford!
Taking the time to prepare your car for the challenges of fall and the impending winter will help you navigate the changing seasons with confidence and peace of mind. This is really an opportunity to ensure that your vehicle continues to run well, no matter the weather that you have to deal with ahead. So schedule that appointment, and allow us to take care of you!