Many car owners only follow their car's manual and the factory recommended services until the warranty expires. After the expiry of the warranty, they forget the vehicles need maintenance and only take them to garages for repair. Hopefully, you aren't in this category.
Vehicle manufacturers know what the cars need. That's why they have a set of maintenance recommendations. Following these recommendations has a lot of benefits, including:
1. Prevent Expensive Repairs
Following the factory recommended maintenance practices can help you avoid expensive and major repairs. Solving a problem as soon as it is noticed, stops it from developing into a big problem. During the maintenance service, experts will detect small problems and deal with them in good time.
Checking transmission fluid and oil levels and replacing them when necessary ensures your transmission and car's engine continue to run efficiently. Additionally, check your car's cooling and air-conditioning systems to ensure the car doesn't overheat. Overheating is the number one enemy of your car's engine, as it can damage many components.
2. Better Mileage
Maintenance services such as changing tires, rotating tires, and changing oil, improve the car's mileage. Also, making sure your tires always have the right pressure contributes a lot to get better mileage.
If you follow the factory-recommended maintenance practices, your gas mileage will be extended, and your tires will wear evenly. These maintenance practices ensure your car performs at its best.
3. Extending your Car's Lifespan
All motor vehicle owners want the vehicles to serve them for as long as possible. This can not be the case if the vehicle is not maintained in good working condition. Regular maintenance will make your car serve you longer.
Make sure the transmission fluid, the gears, and transmission are in perfect condition. This will ensure your vehicle doesn't need major repairs or replacement of parts. Check the brake pads, brake rotor periodically to ensure they still perform as expected. If they are damaged, replace them as soon as possible.
If you need factory-recommended maintenance, we invite you to bring your vehicle to our auto repair shop today!