Summer Maintenance Care for Your Vehicle

Summertime is finally here. Now that the warm weather has arrived, you may have some road trips planned. In order to be sure you're ready for what the summer has to bring, check out these summer maintenance care tips for your vehicle.

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When the temperature rises, you need to keep the interior of your car cool. This requires coolant. One of the first things you need to do when performing summer maintenance on your vehicle is to check your coolant levels. Coolant allows you to run your air conditioning. If your coolant is running low or the fluid itself is dirty, you will want to replace this fluid.

The last thing you want to happen during your summer road trip is a breakdown. In order to avoid your car breaking down during your trip, you want to be sure all the essential fluids are topped off. You also want to tend to your car's battery and be sure it is running up to par. Car batteries need to be replaced every five years or so, so test the battery before your next road trip to be sure it doesn't need to be replaced.

The brakes, belts, and hoses of your vehicle also need to be inspected before a trip. A professional mechanic can take a look at all of these parts and be sure they are in top-quality condition. If any of these parts are in poor condition and at-risk of failing, they can cause major issues during your next road trip. Poorly functioning brakes can increase your risk of getting into a collision, while low-quality belts can break and stop your car from operating. The hoses are also a key part of your vehicle’s mechanical system and must be in the best possible shape to help you get from here to there as safely as possible.

When you follow these tips, you can be sure your car is summer road trip ready. For assistance caring for your car, check out Route 1 CDJR. Our service and parts team can provide you with quick and efficient services. To schedule your appointment or to place an order for a part, you can reach our service team at 609-403-3389 and our parts department at 609-403-3335.