Summer Auto Maintenance and Service | Stanley Ford McGregor

Summer Maintenance at Stanley Ford McGregor

While you probably provide your vehicle with routine maintenance, you might not always take the time to really inspect it. Before summer hits, you’ll want to make sure that you’re properly equipped for the rising heat. For a professional opinion that you can trust, you’ll want to come and see us at Stanley Ford McGregor.

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Your Oil, Your Fluids, and Your Battery

When you’re starting to look at your model, you might not be sure where to even start. When there are so many moving parts, it can be overwhelming. That’s why you’ll want to take a look at your battery and your oil first. These are generally easy to diagnose, as any mechanic can use a voltmeter on your battery, while you can check your oil yourself using your dipstick. You may also want to take a look at your service sticker if you have one, as this can give you an idea of when you might need to change it. If those are taken care of, you’ll want to move to your model’s fluids. You’ll want to make sure that you’re topped up on windshield wiper fluid, coolant, and more. If you’re unsure of how to check some of your fluids like your power steering or transmission fluid, you can visit us at Stanley Ford McGregor.

Make Sure Your Tires Are Fit for the Road

When you’re driving, you probably aren’t thinking about your tires. While it’s easy to remember your next oil change, some services like tire alignments can sometimes slip past you. If this is the case, you’ll want to take the time to check your tread. Over time, your tires are going to wear, and they’ll eventually start balding. This can severely impact your handling on the road, and if they get to the point where wires start to poke through, you could risk a blowout. You’ll want to replace worn tires as soon as you can, but if they’re still in good shape, you’ll want to focus on your tire pressure. This is the next step you’ll want to take, and you can generally find the recommended PSI on the inside of your door. When you want to make sure that your tires last, it’s important that you keep up with your tire rotations, balancing, and especially your alignments.

Make Sure Your Vehicle Is Up to Par

While your tires and your fluids might be taking most of your attention, you’ll want to check on the other parts of your vehicle. While there are plenty of places to start, you might want to make sure that you have:

The Ability to Stop on a Dime: Your brakes experience wear just like every other part of your vehicle, so it might be time to have your brake pads inspected.
Smooth Performance Behind the Wheel: If your model seems to be lacking when it comes to handling, it could be a result of a bad suspension. If you want to have your model inspected near McGregor, Temple, or Gatesville, you can schedule an appointment with Stanley Ford McGregor.
Fresh Air at a Moment’s Notice: During summer, your air conditioning system is probably going to be working overtime. If you notice moisture, an odd smell, or weaker air, you’ll want to visit us so that we can help you solve the problem.

If you need to be ready for the summer, schedule your next service with Stanley Ford McGregor.

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