You’ve got places to go this winter. Don’t let car problems keep you at home. Fortunately, there are some things you can do (or have done) for your vehicle to make it safer and more reliable when the mercury falls. Here at Yark Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram in Toledo, our service center team is pleased to offer maintenance tips to help you keep going all year long.
Key Winter Car Care Considerations
There are several components on your car that you should check before setting out from Sylvania this winter, including:
- Battery
- Tires
- Belts and hoses
- Oil and Fluids
- Brakes
- Windshield wipers
Battery Checks and Oil Changes
You won’t even be able to get going if your vehicle won’t start. Frigid temperatures in Perrysburg can make your car’s oil thicker and cause the engine to struggle to turn over. Replacing your oil with a lower-viscosity oil can help. However, if your battery is weak, it may need to be replaced. The certified technicians in our service center can test your battery and charging system – including the cables and terminals – to make sure it has enough juice and that you’re getting a good connection. If necessary, we can replace your battery with one that has more cold-cranking amps.
Tires and Brakes
Tires with low pressure can trip up your travels and worsen your fuel economy. Worn or balding tire treads can be dangerous because you might slide through an intersection on icy streets in Maumee. You may even want to switch to all-season tires or winter tires for optimal traction in snow. Yark Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram offers a wide selection of tires, so we’re likely to have the right size and type for your car. Bad brakes can be even more risky, so you should have them serviced as soon as you notice squeaking sounds or weaker stops.
Windshield Wipers
Your windshield wipers may seem like a minor matter, but if they’re damaged, they could ruin your visibility during a snowstorm in Oregon, OH. Luckily, we carry a wide array of windshield wipers in our parts center, so we’re sure to have the right size for your vehicle.
Contact Yark Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram to Schedule a Service Appointment
You may be able to do many of these tasks yourself, but Holland, OH drivers can save themselves time and hassles by letting the factory-trained mechanics at Yark Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram handle them. Contact our service center to have your car winterized today.