Winter weather puts a heavy strain on your car, from cold weather damaging batteries to snow, ice, and other issues on the road. These quick steps, combined with coming into Blaise Alexander Hyundai Altoona for Hyundai service, will prepare you for the months ahead.
Check Your Tires
As the weather warms up, the air in your tires will expand and increase your tire pressure. Overinflated tires deliver worse performance and wear out quicker, so test your air pressure — preferably in the morning, before you start driving — and compare it to the range in your owner’s manual. If you drive on snow tires, this is the time to switch to your summer wheels.
Check Your Fluids
Spring is a great time to make sure all of your fluid levels are topped off and ready to go. Winter driving uses up a lot of windshield wiper fluid, but power steering, brake, transmission, and coolant fluids all need to be full and ready to go, too. Replacing your windshield wiper blades can also be a good idea, especially if you’ve used them heavily during the winter.
Get an Oil Change
Getting regular oil changes is an essential part of car maintenance, but if it’s been a while, spring is a great time to get back on top of your schedule. Putting off oil changes can lead to contaminants remaining in your engine, causing further damage, clogging, and breakdowns. Even if one isn’t scheduled, getting an oil change before big spring trips is a good idea.
Get Spring Hyundai Service in Altoona, PA
Winter is hard on every part of your car, which makes spring a great opportunity for a tune-up. Visit Blaise Alexander Hyundai of Altoona and have our expert team perform a complete inspection to be ready for spring!
