To keep your Chevy or Cadillac in great condition for as long as possible, it’s important to take good care of it. Ideally, this means periodical servicing with technicians who specialize in Chevrolets and Cadillacs and love these car makes as much as you do. The following are five essential services every driver needs to have done often, all of which are available at your local Cadillac dealership.
Full-Service Oil Change
Your engine requires regular oil changes to keep functioning well. Under all that constant heat and pressure, engine oil breaks down and becomes dirty. Once every six to 12 months, you’ll need to have it flushed out and replaced.
With a full-service oil change, your mechanic also checks all the other essential fluids in your car. They’ll replenish or replace these fluids where necessary. This includes checking your washer fluid, brake fluid, power steering fluid, transmission fluid, battery fluid, radiator, radiator overflow jug, air filter, and serpentine belt.
Tire Rotation
Tires can wear down unevenly due to varying weight or pressure at the front or back of your car. To help counter this and help your tires last longer, you should get them rotated once every six months or so.
During the visit, the technician will also inspect your tires carefully for signs of damage. They’ll patch, replace, or repair any tire that needs it. It’s essential not to neglect your tires, as they really are the legs of your car.
Wheel Alignment
One common cause of uneven tire wear is slightly misaligned wheels, which can be difficult to detect. If you ever feel like your car is tugging off to one side, veering away from straight lines, then it’s likely that one or more of your wheels are misaligned.
Misalignment can be caused by a bump against a curb or some other knock that you might not have noticed. If left unfixed, misaligned wheels can lead to worsening handling, tire damage, suspension problems, and other trouble. It’s best to have the professionals at your local dealership straighten them out as soon as you can.
Brake Service
No other part of your car is more important for safety than your braking system. It’s wise to have your brakes inspected every six months, or whenever you have your oil changed or your tires rotated. The most common parts of the braking system to wear down are the brake pads, which typically need replacing once every 10,000 to 20,000 miles, depending on your driving style and environment.
Engine Diagnostic
Even with such a smoothly-functioning machine as a Cadillac’s engine, it’s a good idea to have it checked for possible problems once a year. It’s always better to catch issues early on and get them fixed before they develop into something more expensive and dangerous.
You’ll be able to get an engine diagnostic test at your local Cadillac dealer, where both computerized and manual methods will be used to examine your engine and other major car parts.
To have any of these services carried out on your Chevy or Cadillac by experienced professionals, visit Orr Chevrolet of Fort Smith. We have an expansive inventory of new and used vehicles and a dedication to providing everyone who walks through our doors with the very best in customer service.
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