If you haven’t noticed or heard, it’s National Car Care Month! Hip – hip – hoorah! That means it’s time to get your butt in gear and get to showing your vehicle the TLC that it truly deserves. Seriously, living in Upstate New York means that our vehicle is subject to plenty of cold temperatures, salted roads, and other damaging conditions. With that being said, it’s very important to take care of your vehicle when the sun starts to shine again and this week, we have your guide to taking care of your vehicle! Check it out below and stop in to see us if we’re the answer to all of your service needs!

1. Check any and all fluids that are in your vehicle. If they seem low, fill them up. If they look dirty, change them out. Engine oil, power steering, brake fluid, and windshield washer fluid – check them all!  
2. Have your battery checked by a professional to ensure that it is still in proper working condition.  
3. You should check your brake system at the end of each season to be sure they are working properly. In addition, have your rotors, brake linings, and drums inspected at every oil change.
4. Take a look at your hoses and belts – check for cracking, brittle, loose, or signs of excessive wear.
5. How are your tires looking? Make sure they are at proper PSI levels and make sure your tread isn’t unevenly worn.
6. Inspect your exhaust system, you’re looking for any leakage or damage. A key indication of this is unusual noise.
7. Give your HVAC system a go. If your noticing issues or unbearable smells, stop in to see our team and we’ll be more than happy to take a look for you.
8. Got lighting? Take a few minutes to check all of your lightings in your vehicle. Headlights. Brake lights. Interior lighting. It’s important to be able to see and be seen – make sure these are in proper working condition at all times.
9. Windshield wipers are a must. If you haven’t replaced your wipers in the last six months, it’s time to swap them out for a fresh new pair.
10. Lastly, it’s a great idea to schedule a tune-up to improve your fuel efficiency for all of those spring/ summer road trips you’re planning!