Some maintenance items to keep in mind for the long haul
Some car maintenance items to keep in mind for the long haul
What do I always talk about ladies and gentlemen on Twitter and Facebook? That’s right!!! Maintenance. So I did the usual Google search for proper maintenance, but while looking at Internet AutoGuide’s blogpost on car maintenance and State Farm’s which had somewhat the same exact thing-I felt like there had to be a few things missing or may need more in-depth look. So I discussed it with our esteemed Claims Director and came up with this list that hopefully you will all find very beneficial for your car.
The following are items/maintenance checks you should consider looked at over the next 3-12 months
1. Lubrication-Yes I know it sounds like a funny word, but oil is the name of the game. Depending on how long you drive your car, or how short your drive your car, or even if you are in stop and go traffic, this will change the way your engine runs and how long those components within your engine will last. With that said it is strongly advised to change your oil at a more accelerated pace than the recommend 3k or 7,500 mile intervals. Please remember if you would like more information regarding what would be best for your vehicle to email, Facebook or Tweet us 
all that information is below.
2. Move those Wheels-We recommend that tires be rotated every 3,000 to 5,000 miles even if they don’t show signs of wear. Tire rotation can often be done with oil change intervals while the vehicle is off the ground. This can also be a good time to have your tires rebalanced. It’s always a good time to inspect the tires for any damage, remove stones or debris from the tire treads, check for uneven wear by checking the tire tread depth and of course, checking your tire pressure. It is an advantage when all four tires wear together because as wear reduces a tire’s tread depth, maintains the handling, and helps increase the tire’s cornering traction.
3. Air and Fuel Filter Replacement - As Nike use to say…“Just do it.” Check your manufacturer’s specs or have it looked at when you have regular oil changes done. This will avoid a clogged air or fuel filter and improves performance. When you do not replaced either filters you risk problems in MPG (miles per gallon of gas), engine life and overall performance of your vehicle. So please check these items regularly.
4. Brake Inspection/Replacement-This should be performed yearly or when your tires are rotated. Brake Pad replacement is different depending on your vehicle, use and traffic conditions. Chicagoland traffic is heavy with much starting and stopping and can result in average brake life expectancy fewer than 30k miles or less. Rural and highway driving can improve on your brake longevity, but you still need to have your brakes inspected on a regularly basis. Please remember if you let your brake pads wear down to metal to metal contact, the driver puts themselves and their passengers at some risk due to diminished brake performance. Other consequences include damaged brake rotors, heat damaged hardware, and brake calipers that require overhaul or replacement. This is a very expensive repair that can be avoided.
5. What Time is it??? -Each Manufacturer has its own recommendation for replacing Timing Belts. Please follow their instructions to prevent an expensive, unnecessary repair. Various intervals are between 60 and 120k miles, but it is a maintenance expense that will prevent catastrophic and/or inconvenient engine failures if performed on time. Here’s another suggestion, some timing belts are located close to the water pump. If your service facility recommends its replacement as part of the timing belt maintenance, please follow those instructions. This may prevent the need to double pay labor when the water pump leaks and contaminates your timing belt.
6. Transmission Service Anyone? -Changing the fluid at the correct intervals can help prevent premature wear and damage to the transmission. Transmission gears deliver power from the engine to the drive wheels, shifting automatically to provide the best power and efficiency for your driving speed.
Thanks for reading,
Anthony
Social Media Manager-American Guardian Warranty Services
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