December is here! Which means winter is here! Before you know it the roads will be covered in ice! Our Toyota Service Team wants to ensure you’re ready and cozy for the winter. Don’t let the cold hit and be stuck in a problematic car. Ensure you and your ride are ready for what this winter will bring. Check out these auto service tips from our Toyota Service Center in Charlotte.
Winter car care tips from our Toyota Service Team in Charlotte!
Keeping up with your routine car maintenance ensures your car is working properly and efficiently. However, if you tend to neglect the warning signs and wait until the last minute to have your car serviced you shouldn’t wait any longer! Small problems such as a faulty battery or proper working AC can magnify into bigger issue and leave you stranded with a dysfunctional car. That’s why our Toyota Service Team in Charlotte is sharing some recommended service before the cold arrives. Check it out:
Battery
A car battery tends to have a life span of three years. If you’re nearing the end of that cycle then it might be time for a new one; especially if you’ve been hearing that clicking noise when you try to start your car. Stop by our Toyota Service Center in Charlotte and get your battery tested! One of our Certified Toyota technicians can check if it needs a simple recharge or if you need to buy a new battery. We recommend you come in before the temperature drops too low, because if it’s low on charge the battery might freeze.
Heater
Commuting to work early in the morning in the cold sounds terrible! Make sure your air conditioning and heater are working! Not only will it help keep you toasty warm during the drive, it’s also a safety precaution. You need the ventilating system to function properly to keep your windows defrosted.
Prep for the cold at our Charlotte Toyota Service Center!
Oil
The car oil is essential to keep your engine working smoothly. When the oil is first placed in the car it’s thin and has a nice viscosity. Overtime the oil becomes contaminated and thickens. This makes the car parts sticky, which causes them to work harder. Keep up with your routine oil service! Bring it to our auto service center and have it changed in no time!
Tires
Check your tire’s pressure and thread depth. You should regularly check it to ensure that there are no bulges or uneven wear. The tire thread is what helps keep traction on the road when driving. When it’s cold and wet out you need even more traction to keep the car steady. At our Charlotte auto service center we can inspect it for you and rotate the tires if necessary. You should also check the tire pressure, because every time the temperature drops ten degrees, your tire loses one pound of air.
If you want to ensure you’re driving a safe and efficient car this winter come by our Toyota Service Center in Charlotte! You can call ahead to schedule an appointment at (888) 378-1214.
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