Have you ever had a tooth problem and wished you’d gone to the dentist earlier? Just as with your oral health, diligent preventative maintenance will save you from a world of financial hurt down the road. If you routinely care for your car in the following ways, it will experience far fewer serious malfunctions and enjoy a much longer lifespan. Your car will also perform far better with regular performance services at your local Kia dealership.
6 Tips for Keeping Your Kia Running Smoothly
Change the Oil on Time
The motor oil should never be neglected. Even one missed oil change can accelerate wear and tear inside the engine as friction rises. Most drivers should have their oil changed biannually, but consider more frequent changes if you routinely drive in heavy traffic or put your engine under excess strain in other ways.
Keep Each Vital Fluid Fresh
The coolant must also be checked regularly and flushed every two years or so. Likewise, the brake fluid, transmission fluid, power steering fluid, windshield wiper fluid, and differential fluid all need regular attention.
Have the Tires Rotated
Your car’s tires require a good deal of care, too. Make sure to check the air pressure monthly. Also, have them rotated twice a year or more. Rotations mitigates uneven tire wear, keeping traction strong and the tires long-lasting.
Keep Your Wheels Aligned
Over time, your car’s wheels will become bumped slightly out of proper alignment by rough patches of the road. Twice a year, have each wheel professionally measured to see how they’re doing. Once a wheel is clearly misaligned, ask a trusted technician to set it straight once more.
Have the Brakes Inspected
Your brakes should ideally be inspected by a professional once a year. When you bring your car in, we can raise it to remove the wheels and entire braking mechanism, examining each component in turn for excess wear or nascent faults. The brake fluid and lines also need to be inspected.
Change Both Air Filters
The cabin air filter keeps you breathing clean air as you drive. Similarly, the engine’s air filter prevents airborne nasties from entering the cylinders. Both of these filters need to be replaced at least once a year to ensure smooth airflow.
Book Regular Performance Services at Your Local Kia Dealership
Optimal vehicle performance requires routine maintenance services with a trusted technician. When you book vehicle upkeep with us, we can set up a schedule that suits your busy lifestyle and even help you to remember each servicing visit with courteous reminders.
Visit Springfield Kia in Springfield, MO, today to get your car tuned up and optimized by qualified professionals.
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