Winter is tough on drivers and tough on vehicles as well. If you live near Detroit, MI, visit our dealership for winter Chevrolet service. Let’s review top winter maintenance tasks to prepare your vehicle for an upcoming drop in temperature.
Tires and Brakes
Your vehicle’s ability to grip the road, handle extreme conditions, and brake efficiently are all critical during winter. This is why a lot of winter service centers around tire and brake care.
You need a set of dedicated winter tires, which are designed to maximize traction on slick road conditions. If you choose not to purchase a new set of tires, it’s important to ensure your tires have the appropriate level of tire tread depth. The positioning of the tires can be just as important as the tire tread depth. Tires wear unevenly and dangerously if they aren’t rotated on a proper schedule.
Likewise, heading into winter, it never hurts to double-check the health of your brakes. Even if your brakes aren’t whining or screeching, your vehicle’s brake pads need to be replaced on a regular schedule.
Warmth and Visibility
Don’t neglect the little things, such as windshield wipers and rubber floor mats. Are your headlights shining at full power? Are your heating and defrost systems fully functional? These things keep you safe and help make winter driving much more enjoyable.
Windshield wipers are more likely to break in lower temperatures. If your wiper blades are leaving streaks on your windshield or making squeaking sounds when in use, it’s time for a replacement. Additionally, windshield de-icing fluid is a must-have for snowy and icy weather.
Visit James Martin Chevrolet in Detroit, MI, for winter service today. Our service technicians will make sure that your car is prepared for even the coldest winter nights!
