With Spring Coming back, It's Time To Consider A Tune-Up

Spring is a great time to remind San Jose drivers of good car care tips. Though, we may not have as severe winters as other States, keeping up with car maintenance will ensure your vehicle lasts longer with fewer needs of more expensive work. If you take these car care tips seriously, you'll not just preserve the look of your car but you will also be ensuring it performs to the best of its ability. If you have any questions regarding the below car care practices, please touch base with Stevens Creek Chevrolet at 408-549-1907 and we'll help you diagnose any car problems.

Looking After Your Automobile's Belts and Hoses Is Important for Auto Performance

Belts and hoses are a portion of your car’s engine cooling system, its air conditioning system and its charging system. Belts and hoses are essential in keeping the performance of one's vehicle. Weathered hoses and belts with breaks or leaks can interrupt your car’s systems, the systems that keep you comfortable while keeping your car running properly. You should check the radiator and heater hoses, along with the timing belt for splits and holes. If they are worn out, you should replace them prior to them getting worse. Should you hear a loud squealing sound, it could be a bad belt or problems with your power steering system.

Automotive Fluids Help Keep Your Car Running

Your auto fluid levels needs to be looked at regularly and we don’t mean just your oil. Antifreeze, windshield fluid, brake fluid, transmission fluid and power steering fluid are all essential components to keeping your car running properly. Antifreeze protects your engine from getting too hot and from freezing. Brake fluid transfers components in the braking system. Transmission fluid operates as a coolant and lubricant for the moving parts in your vehicle’s transmission. Power steering fluid ensures your power steering system is adequately pressurized.

Other Car Features to Check This Spring

1. Battery - cables and terminals
2. Brakes and rotors
3. Tire tread and tire pressure
4. Windshield wipers
5. Left over road salt

Routine Auto Maintenance Helps You To Save Money

Preventive auto upkeep restricts costly problems later down the line. Dismissing that squeak or grinding sound won't make the problem go away. Neglecting it will only assure you'll have a more expensive repair in the future. So keep up with preventive maintenance on your car and don't forget if you want help with any automotive repair problem, you can get in touch with Stevens Creek Chevrolet at 408-990-3793 or schedule an appointment online.