As the seasons change, shifting temperatures and weather can have a huge impact on our cars. If you want your Chevy to perform at its best throughout the year with minimal wear and tear, you’ll need to carry out proper Chevrolet seasonal maintenance.
Maintenance During Spring
You’ve made it through winter to the birdsong, sunshine, and warmth of another spring. Firstly, clean your car thoroughly, and have it inspected for damage that might have occurred during the coldest months. In particular, check all hoses and connections, which can crack from the cold, and the air filters, which might need to be replaced. You’ll also need to change your tires, wipers, and coolant back to normal ones that are fit for warmer weather.
Maintenance During Summer
The heat and strong UV rays of summer pose a new threat to your car. During the hottest months, try to protect your car’s paint, bodywork, and tires by parking out of direct sunlight.
Check all fluids often, especially the coolant and motor oil, changing as required; summer heat makes the engine work harder and can cause dust and debris to deteriorate fluids faster. Make sure your air conditioner is in tip-top shape and check tire pressure often as the heat can expand air, pushing up the PSI inside each tire.
Maintenance During Fall
As we enter fall, temperatures begin to decline and your primary focus should be preparing well for the winter months. This means testing your battery; freezing weather can be extremely tough on car batteries, often causing them to fail. If your battery is over four years old or weakening, consider replacing it before winter.
Maintenance During Winter
Winter is the toughest season on cars; slippery roads, corrosive salty slush, freezing temperatures, and poor visibility create a variety of different hazards. You’ll need proper antifreeze in your heating system to keep your engine from overheating. Also, make sure to install winter tires for better traction as the cold sets in.
Lower temperatures depress air pressure, so check the pressure in each tire more frequently, adding air if required. Swap your windshield wipers for heavy-duty wipers that can handle frost and cold. Wax your car’s exterior well and wash carefully throughout winter, removing salt slush from the undercarriage.
Allow Us To Help With Your Chevy Car Maintenance
Your car will be better prepared for any season with routine professional services. We can inspect and prepare every component for the upcoming weather changes, keeping you abreast of best practices for seasonal vehicle maintenance all year round.
Visit Frederick Chevrolet in Lebanon, PA, today for comprehensive vehicle maintenance and repairs. We provide excellent cars, deals, financing, car services, and customer support, whatever you and your car require.
