Importance Of Maintenance Available at Russ Darrow Metro Mazda
Importance of Maintenance Even When Driving Less in Milwaukee, WI
Every year, winter comes around and makes driving more problematic for Wisconsin residents. As a result, you may not be driving nearly as much, and your car may end up experiencing some problems. Vehicles are meant to be driven, and if you don't take the time to get your tire pressure upgraded, your engine oil changed, and receive other types of repairs, you may be putting an unnecessary amount of strain on your vehicle that could cause it to break down unexpectedly.
Maintenance is Based Both on Time and Mileage
Too many people think that their Milwaukee Mazda vehicle only needs to get maintenance based on mileage intervals. However, cars that sit too long without driving still need to get upgrades and repairs from time to time. Even if your vehicle is mostly sitting, you still need to take it to the shop every 3-6 months to get your engine oil changed, your tires rotated (if required), your cabin and engine air filters changed, and other steps to ensures that it stays operating smoothly and efficiently.
Run Your Engine for a Time to Prevent Engine Oil Stagnation
Your vehicle's fluids are designed to move and stay clean by working through various filters in your engine. Unfortunately, letting your car sit for too long will cause your fluids to become sludgy and dirty, particularly your engine oil. If you run your vehicle for at least 5-10 minutes every other day, you should be able to avoid this problem. You don't need to drive your vehicle to get benefits, though driving it does help your fluids move more efficiently than simply parking your car.
Tire Pressure Will Decrease Over Time
The air in your tires will likely decrease in volume during the winter due to the colder temperatures. And when you let your car sit for too long, the tire pressure is likely to go down even more. Make sure to check your tires at least once every week and add an appropriate amount of air to each to keep them balanced. Ensure that you follow the "winter air" guidelines during cold months by adding more air than you would normally. Doing so helps to decrease air loss.
Contact Us at Mazda of Milwaukee to Keep Your Vehicle Maintained
Get a hold of us at Russ Darrow Mazda of Milwaukee to learn more about how we can help. We serve Milwaukee, Wauwatosa, West Allis, Brookfield, and Menomonee Falls and can provide the maintenance help discussed above. We follow strict Covid guidelines, striving to protect our customers and keep them safe. And we hire local technicians who are trained to handle the complex issues that a severe Wisconsin winter can cause even the sturdiest of vehicles. So contact us now today to get help.