As colder weather approaches, preparing your Ford vehicle for winter conditions is crucial if you want it to operate as safely and efficiently as possible.
Trusting your vehicle to Weelborg Ford service technicians can help take the hassle out of winter vehicle maintenance and ensure you’re road-ready before the snow hits but for those looking to tackle the process themselves, here are important Ford maintenance tips to get you ready for winter.
Conduct a Battery Check
Cold weather can take a toll on your vehicle’s battery. Having it tested before the cold weather comes to ensure it’s adequately charged can help prevent those early morning car-won’t-start moments.
Schedule a Fluid Inspection and Top-Up
Your vehicle’s fluids play an important role in the wintertime so it’s important to make sure you’ve got enough. You’ll want to have your engine oil, coolant, and washer fluid levels and quality checked to ensure you’re ready for colder temperatures.
You might even want to consider replacing your fluids with winter-grade fluids for better performance.
Change to Winter Tires
Winter tires or all-season tires are one of the most important features of a vehicle that’s winter-ready. A tire with an appropriate tread depth ensures you have traction when driving on snow and ice, while proper inflation ensures a safer driving experience.
Have Your Brakes Checked
Schedule an appointment with the Weelborg Ford maintenance team to have your brakes inspected. Our technicians will ensure your brake pads, rotors, and brake fluid are all in good condition and ready for winter driving.
Make Sure Your Heating System is Working
Few things are as uncomfortable as a chilly car in the middle of winter. Before it gets too cold, have your vehicle’s heating system inspected to ensure you can enjoy comfortable drives in your Ford vehicle throughout the wintertime. Furthermore, your heater needs to be in good repair for adequate defrosting and visibility during the winter months.
Prepare an Emergency Kit
It’s always wise to create an emergency kit that includes blankets, a flashlight jumper cables, and a shovel to dig yourself out of snowy situations. Keep this kit in the trunk of your vehicle so you’re able to quickly access it in emergency situations.
Schedule Ford Maintenance at Weelborg Ford
Let the Weelborg Ford service team help you winterize your vehicle without the stress. We’ll conduct a full winter inspection, top up fluids, and ensure your Ford is safe for winter driving.
Contact us to schedule a Ford service appointment today.
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