Winter takes its toll on our vehicles, even in the mildest cold weather conditions.
It’s a good practice to have service experts, like those at Peruzzi Toyota in Hatfield, PA, to give your car, truck or SUV a thorough check so that you can head into the spring and summer months with confidence. Here are the items that can use a little TLC, as recommended by the technicians at Peruzzi Toyota.
TIRE MAINTENANCE
If you use winter tires, remove them and swap them out for the all-season type to carry you through the fall. Also, ensure your tire pressure is adequate (typically 30-32 PSI) and that your treads are in good condition.
FLUID CHECKS
When the weather outside is frightful, it’s all-too-easy to neglect regular checks of coolant, oil and brake fluids. Neglecting coolant, for example, can lead to engine damage and the resulting costs can be dramatic. Have the service department at Peruzzi Toyota inspect all of your vehicle’s fluid levels and bring them up to par.
Oh, and while you’re at it, have the blades changed on your windshield wiper: grating against ice, snow, mud, and salt does a number on them.
CHECK THE AIR FILTER
A clogged or dirty air filter can seriously reduce your gas mileage, as much as 10%. Have a new one installed for the new season.
CHECK YOUR BATTERY
Have a battery load test performed to see if the voltage is up to snuff. (A good rule of thumb is to consider a new battery every three years or so, depending on driving habits and overall weather conditions.)
After the service department at Peruzzi Toyota in Hatfield, PA gets your vehicle ready for the spring season, handle the cosmetic chores. It’s important to do a thorough wash-and-wax to clean off the gunk that – over time – can impact the exterior. Also give your interior a cleaning: pull out the vacuum cleaner attachments, then use a steamer or upholstery cleaner on any stains. Wipe down the consoles with a damp cloth.
Now your vehicle is fresh and ready for the road trips of spring and summer!
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