The sweltering heat of summer can potentially lead to some problems for your vehicles. Don’t get stranded along the highway or out in hot parking lot — prevent a breakdown by giving your vehicle the TLC recommended in these summer car care tips.
Engine
It’s critical to maintain your vehicle’s cooling system during the hot summer months. The system may need a full flush, which we can perform at Copeland Chevrolet.
Battery
Temperature fluctuations and vibrations can be tough on car batteries. Even though you can’t beat the heat, you can extend your car’s battery life by making sure the battery is securely mounted, and that none of its connections are loose.
Fluids
Summer is the perfect time to top off your vehicle’s many fluids. These include power steering fluid, brake fluid, transmission fluid, and of course, motor oil. If your car’s oil looks grimy, bring it to our service center for an oil change.
Tires
There’s nothing quite as startling and inconvenient as a tire blowout. The hot pavement can put a strain on tires and increase the likelihood of a blowout, but you can safeguard against this by making sure your car’s tires are properly inflated.
Climate control
Driving in the summer heat can lead to exhaustion. If your car’s AC isn’t cutting it, you may need to refill the refrigerant. Though this can be a DIY project, you can play it safe by bringing your vehicle to our service center.
Need help getting your vehicle ready for summer? We can handle any Summer car care repair or maintenance task at Copeland Chevrolet.