With the change in seasons, Bowers Automotive in Colorado Springs offers our favorite spring car care and maintenance tips to get you ready for the open road. Our team of ASC specialists can provide a thorough inspection and any auto repair services needed to get you ready for spring and summer fun.
You can trust the expert team at when you need vehicle repair in Colorado Springs. We are a complete automotive center with services ranging from regular maintenance to transmission and brake repair. We also perform all factory scheduled maintenance on cars, trucks and SUV’s both foreign and domestic.
The skilled technicians are ASE certified and use the latest technology and equipment to provide top quality repair. We also use only the highest quality parts, fluids and oil for your safety. Our courteous staff will help you assess the situation and provide you with cost effective alternatives for your repair. We know you will be 100% satisfied and we guarantee all our work.
Read on to get the best spring car care and maintenance tips.
Windshield
The windshield is an indispensable part of your vehicle’s safety. During the winter, sand and rocks are used to help drivers maintain traction in snowy weather. But those rocks and gravel on the road can fly up and hit your windshield, causing chips and cracks. Before you head out on a spring or summer road trip, be sure to get your windshield repaired or replaced for unhampered driving.
Wipers
Make sure that you see clearly through the windshield especially when the rain hits this spring. Get your wiper blades changed and even upgraded for a higher quality driving experience.
Tires
Another essential safety element of driving is your tires. Keep your vehicle’s tires inflated according to the owner’s manual recommended PSI for a safe trip, near or far. Extend the life of your vehicle’s tires with balancing and rotation. Check the tread to ensure there are no bruises or cuts on the sidewalls.
Lights
Check all interior and exterior lighting including headlights, hazards, turn signals, brake lights, dome light, and more. If these are not up to par, an emergency could take an unnecessary turn for the worse.
Fluids
The fluids coursing through your vehicle all perform essential tasks. Be sure that all fluid levels are correct and if not, then top them off. However, low fluid levels can also indicate a leak, so it’s best to have your vehicle looked over by our professionals. We can spot the signs of a leak and get it fixed.
Oil and Filter
We all know that the engine oil in our cars is indispensable. Keep your vehicle happier and healthier with regular oil changes according to the owner’s manual instructions. An oil filter change is a must as well. Forgetting to change either one of these on a regular basis will inevitably lead to problems with the engine and more expenses down the road.
Battery
Winter weather temperatures can wreak havoc on your vehicle charging system. So, as part of your spring car care regimen, check that the battery is mounted securely, the terminals are free of corrosion, and it’s tightly connected.
Belts and Hoses
These take a beating in the cold weather. Check the belts for cracking, fraying, glazing, or looseness and check the hoses for leaking, blistering, cracking, softening or hardening or any other visible damage.
Filters
All of the filters on your vehicle will need replacement periodically. Extend the life of your car with a filter’s checkup this spring. Just give us a call, we’d love to help.
There is no time like the present, so come in and see us at Bowers Automotive for spring car care and maintenance so that you can drive all year long with no problems. We look forward to you dropping by or scheduling with us soon.