No matter what you drive it is going to need routine service at one point or another. All cars, trucks and SUVs require a variety of specialized treatments at certain mileage points to help prevent unsafe operating conditions and breakdowns. While you should never skip any scheduled auto maintenance required by your vehicle, the missing out on the following could be particularly devastating to your vehicle. Check your owner's manual to see when your car is due for certain services.
Oil Change
Oil changes do a couple things for your vehicle. First of all, during an oil change the old oil is drained from the motor, bringing with it engine buildup that can decrease performance. Secondly, the oil filter is changed, ensuring proper oil flow throughout the engine. Finally the new oil that is added to the motor will ensure that there isn't excessive friction between the moving parts. Missing oil changes can result in massive engine wear and tear, resulting in a need for extensive engine repair.
Timing Belt Replacement
If your car uses a timing belt be sure to replace it on time. If the belt is not replaced it could snap, causing the moving parts inside the engine to be thrown out of sync. This will cause them to slam into each other, resulting in massive damage. More than likely it will take an engine rebuild or replacement to get your car back on the road.
Cooling System Service
The cooling system is responsible for regulating the operating temperature of the engine. This system, made up of the radiator, thermostat, cooling fan, water pump and a selection of hoses, requires regular fluid flushes to ensure there are no contaminants in the coolant. A cooling system malfunction could result in the vehicle overheating, which can lead to harsh engine damage.
Transmission Maintenance
Like the engine, the transmission requires routine maintenance, but at far less frequent intervals than oil changes. Transmission maintenance includes draining the old transmission fluid, removing the transmission pan, replacing or cleaning the transmission filter (if applicable), cleaning and reinstalling the transmission pan with a new pan gasket and refilling the transmission with new fluid. This is done to ensure that your transmission continues to shift smooth.
Never put off auto maintenance, your car needs it to provide you with reliable and safe transport. If it is time for auto maintenance in Denton, TX, visit the pros at Strade's Garage. We offer high quality car maintenance and repair for all makes and models. Give us a call at (940) 566-2156 to request more information or to schedule professional auto maintenance in Denton today.