Spring Cleaning for your Vehicle

Winter not only puts our patience to the test, it puts our vehicles to the test. Cold weather, snow, ice, road salt, and potholes are just some of the curveballs winter likes to throw at your car. Now that spring has finally sprung, it is a good time for a little spring cleaning for your vehicle. Here are a few tips to help spring your vehicle to a clean spring.

 

Batteries, Plugs and Wires

The electrical parts of your vehicle, especially your battery, work extra hard during the cold months of winter. Make sure to test your battery to see if it made it through winter or if it needs to be replaced.

Tires

Cold weather can torment your tires and decrease your tire pressure. Make sure to check/fill the air in your tires and check the outside of your tires for any wear and tear. Don’t forget about your spare!

Wheel Alignment

After a winter of snow and rough roads, spring is a good time to make sure your wheels are aligned properly to keep your vehicle driving correctly.

Suspension

Potholes and rough roads in the winter can wreak havoc on your vehicle’s suspension. Get your shocks and struts checked out for any wear and tear.

Belts and Hoses

Check all of your hoses and belts for cracks, blistering, and brittleness that may have formed due to winter weather. Replace if you spot any of the above problems.

Brakes

Make sure to get your brake system checked to spot any issues that may have arisen during the winter months. It is better to be safe than sorry.

If you need help spring cleaning your vehicle, just drive in to your local New England Jiffy Lube. Our certified technicians would love to provide your vehicle with the preventative maintenance it deserves and also provide you the peace of mind that you deserve.



Photo Credit: "Steve Johnson"