Despite how reliable and safe modern Chevrolets are, it’s unwise for any driver to take their road safety for granted. The more diligently you carry out the following safety-related maintenance tasks, the less likely you are ever to come close to a skid or collision. You can ensure you don’t forget any of these Chevy services with a regular maintenance schedule at your local Chevy dealership.
Book Biannual Brake Inspections
Brakes are clearly vital for road safety, ensuring your car slows down and stops promptly. A sudden emergency stop, in particular, requires strong brakes; you wouldn’t want to discover in that moment that your brakes are a little the worse for wear.
The key to reliable brakes is routine brake inspections. Twice a year or more, have one of our technicians examine each component and replace worn-out parts. Also, keep an eye out for symptoms of a nascent brake fault.
Keep Your Tires Inflated and Rotated
The only point of your car touching the road is the tires, which need to be kept in excellent condition. When under- or over-inflated, tires can either heat up and blow out or lose traction on wet surfaces. Monthly air pressure checks mitigate this danger.
Your tires also need to be kept uniform in wear and size with twice-a-year rotations. Have each tire’s alignment and balance checked at the same time and corrected if necessary.
Top Up or Flush Vehicle Fluids
The motor oil, coolant, transmission fluid, brake fluid, power steering fluid, and differential fluid all protect and maintain your vehicle, preventing unexpected breakdowns. Check each vital vehicle fluid once a month and have it flushed at the intervals recommended in your owner’s manual.
Replace Your Windshield Wipers
Your windshield wipers are crucial for visibility in inclement weather. Most drivers should have new wipers installed twice a year, once directly following winter, which is tough on wipers. You should also keep your windshield wiper fluid at a suitable level.
Maintain All External Lights
Visibility often depends on the headlights, too, especially after dark. The brake lights and turn signals are essential for safe communication with other drivers at all times of the day. Once a month, check all your car’s external lights, cleaning lenses if required, and have bad bulbs promptly replaced.
Book Routine Chevy Services at Your Chevy Dealership
These and further maintenance tasks will keep you and your passengers as safe as possible. If you arrange a convenient maintenance schedule with our technicians, we’ll help you stick to it with courteous reminders.
Visit Jim Butler Chevrolet in Fenton, MO, today to have your Chevy looked after by experienced professionals.
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