One of the hardest seasons on your vehicle is the winter, thanks to ice, snow, freezing cold, and more. With that in mind, once the temperatures start to rise, you should take the time to get your vehicle maintained to ensure it’ll continue to operate at its best for the rest of the year. Downtown Ford’s certified service experts walk you through the kind of maintenance you can expect when you book your vehicle in for a spring service appointment.
Tire Change
Once the temperatures rise above 7-degrees, you need to get your winter tires replaced. Warm temperatures are actually rough on winter tire rubber, and their treads are not well suited to regular summer driving. You can best preserve them for next winter by getting them swapped for your all-season tires as soon as it’s safe to do so. This is also a great time to get your tires rotated, have their pressure checked, and get your alignment fixed.
Battery Check
Your battery takes a beating in the winter months, thanks to the cold temperatures. Come spring, you should always get your battery inspected to make sure there’s no corrosion or wear on the casing, and to ensure it’s still operating at optimal capacity. If there’s an issue with the battery, now’s the right time to get it replaced so it doesn’t quit on you unexpectedly.
Filters and Fluids
Spring is also a great time to have your filters replaced, both in the engine and in the cabin, as there’s a lot of dirt and dust uncovered by the melting snow. This is also the perfect time for a six-month oil change, and to get your fluids topped up for the summer.
Wiper Blades
Wiper blades need regular replacement, and this is a good time of year to do so, so your windshield gets properly cleared in the spring and summer rain. This is doubly true if you’ve been using winter wiper blades for the ice and snow, as the heavier rubber makes the wiper motor work harder in the warm months.
Schedule Your Spring Service with Downtown Ford
Our team of Ford certified technicians is on hand to help you with all your service and maintenance needs, no matter the time of year. Book your next regular service appointment at Downtown Ford, today!
