Learn More About Preventative Car Maintenance in Grand Forks

Preventative maintenance is an important part of vehicle ownership, and often times determines the lifespan of your vehicle. Here is what you can do to improve the performance and lifespan of your car, truck or SUV.

Change Your Oil

In order to maintain vital parts of your engine it is recommended that you have your oil changed every 3 months or 3,000-5,000 miles.  Why is getting an oil change so important?  Oil is the lifeblood of your vehicle, and helps keep the essential components of your engine running efficiently.  Your engine generates thousands of small explosions every minute to keep your vehicle moving forward.  Oil helps control not only the temperature of your engine, but how it functions.  Due to the purpose oil serves in your engine and the intense heat it’s exposed to, it slowly turns from a liquid into a sludge.  This is why it is imperative that the oil be changed frequently in your vehicle. 

Our PDQ center makes getting your oil changed a breeze.  Call or make an appointment online today.

 

Check Your Tire Pressure

The tires on your vehicle can become damaged and wear more rapidly if they aren’t properly inflated.  If tires are overinflated it will result in diminished handling ability, because less rubber from your tire is making contact with the road.  If tires are under inflated it will not only lead to unnecessary wear and tear on your tires, but also your vehicle.  By having your tires correctly inflated, you will also ensure that your vehicle is getting the best gas mileage possible as well. Tire experts recommend checking your tire’s air pressure a minimum of once a month, to maximize tire and vehicle performance.  Bring your vehicle into Rydell today to make sure you are getting the most out of your tires.

Schedule Regular Inspections

Scheduling regular appointments for inspections on your vehicle is essential to keeping your car on the road.  By having your vehicle periodically checked, it allows technicians to look for anything that may be starting to break down or wear improperly on your vehicle.  Inspections are meant to identify automotive issues that may lead to further damage on vital parts of your car, truck or SUV. 

Make an appointment with Rydell’s Service Center online or call us for a routine inspection.

 

 

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