Save Money With Preventative Car Maintenance

Do you own a car? You probably do, and that means you probably know how expensive it can be. Did you know that the average person will spend over $500,000 on vehicles and vehicle-related expenses over their lifetime.

Even as cars evolve to need less-frequent care, maintenance and replacement costs can take a big bite out of your wallet. Don’t worry, this helpful guide will teach you how to make smart decisions that will keep you rolling for less.

Every Other Gas Station Visit

Check Oil Level – After you have a container of the correct type of engine oil for your car you need to be sure that your car is parked on a level surface. If it is not then your readings will not be correct and you might put too much or to little oil in your engine. 

Check Tire Pressure – Saves on Gas and extends the life of tires and suspension bushings. Be sure to check the air pressure when the tire is cool, or when they are the same temperature as the outside air and have not been driven on. Driving heats up the air inside the tire, which causes the air to expand and gives a higher reading.

Every 15,000 Miles

Replace Air Filter

• Minimizes engine contaminants
• Keeps fuel economy at optimum level
• Saves you from spending more money at the pump

Inspect Transmission Fluid 

• Lubricates shifting of gears
• Life of the fluid drops after it hits 175 Fahrenheit
• Fluid needs to be flushed every 30,000 – 40,000 miles

Replace Cabin Air Filter

• Keeps dust and contaminants out of your car
• Makes heating and cooling operate more efficiently
• Results in less drain on engine and battery

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Every 45,000 Miles

Brake Service

Just as your gas mileage will vary depending on where and how you drive, so it goes with the life of brake pads (or brake shoes), the friction material that gets pressed against a metal disc (rotor) or drum to stop your vehicle.

• Fluid should be flushed because it absorbs water over time
• Pads should be inspected and changed
• Important for safety as well as performance

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Every 75,000 Miles

Timing Belt replacement

Your car’s timing belt is sealed in its own housing, which makes it extremely difficult to check on your own. Timing belts should be left to expert mechanics who have experience dealing with them.

• Runs engine components including cams and valves
• Timing belt will cause serious engine damage if it breaks
• Replacement prevents problems from arising

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