Back to School Car Care

It seems like summer break just started and all of a sudden it’s August and we’re all gearing up for back to school season! To make this busy time as smooth and easy as possible, we’ve decided to give you some tips to get your car ready for school!

1. Keep Up with Basic Maintenance:Make sure to complete simple maintenance tasks like oil changes and tire rotations. Check all the fluid levels and top them off if necessary including brake fluid, transmission fluid and coolant. If you can’t remember the last time you changed your wiper blades, you might want to invest in some now before rain’s fall takes its toll. While these are simple, minimal maintenance items, they will extend the life of your vehicle and keep it functioning properly. To schedule a service appointment, click here.

2. Check the Owner’s Manual:Familiarize yourself with the recommended maintenance schedule. If it is time for a 30,000 mile service, take the time to have the vehicle serviced. Most major repairs can be prevented by following manufacturer recommendations. If you are wondering which services you might be due for, call our service advisors at 708-589-7653 and they can assist you!

3. Check Your Dash Board:Have you grown accustomed to a warning light? Don’t ignore it! Have it checked out sooner rather than later; catching a problem early will prevent costly repairs in the future. For a better understanding of your dashboard indicator lights, read our guide here.

4. Be Prepared:Make sure the vehicle has basic safety equipment including jumper cables, a pair of gloves, flashlight with extra batteries, washer fluid and other items. A pre-packaged auto safety kit is also a great choice. They are compact and provide everything you need. Some other good ideas include compact winter shovels, ice scrapers, blankets and bottled water.

5. Know Your Car:Pay attention to your car and familiarize the drivers in your family with the car as well. Make sure they know where they can find the safety equipment, spare tire and owner’s manual. Familiarize yourselves with the particular noises of your car so you are more aware of anything unfamiliar and different.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact our Service Department for assistance.

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