The return of winter means colder weather, flurries of snow, and slick roads. The season can create driving conditions that are more hazardous than other times of the year, so you’ll want to make sure that you perform the proper Jeep® service tasks to ensure your vehicle is ready. Blaise Alexander Chrysler Dodge Jeep® RAM of Mansfield recommends the following when preparing your car for cold weather.
Tire Rotation or Winter Tires
It’s important to make sure your Jeep vehicle can get the best traction possible. For winter when road conditions become inconsistent, this is even more necessary. Tire rotations will help optimize your tires' wear for grip, while winter tires are perfect for areas with consistent snow.
Check Windshield Wipers
Increasing rain or snow means you’ll run your wipers more frequently than in other seasons. Damaged wiper blades will cause smears, which can be hazardous. Running wipers with wiper fluid is a quick indicator of their performance for incoming winter weather. Get your wiper blades changed before you run into visibility issues on the road.
Test Your Battery
Your battery is essential to start and drive your vehicle. Over time, car batteries degrade, and cold weather can make it even harder for your battery to perform properly. Getting your battery tested is quick and easy, and it can prevent you from being stranded; let our technicians examine and replace your car battery before you find yourself on the snowy shoulder of the road.
Oil Change
It’s important to get oil changes at the recommended intervals for the best performance and longevity. Cold weather can cause your oil to perform worse than in warm weather, thickening quicker and causing dangerous friction in the engine’s pistons. Getting an oil change, possibly with synthetic oil, can keep your engine from seizing up in the middle of winter weather.
Get Your Winter Jeep Service in Mansfield, PA
These tips are merely a starting point to get your vehicle prepared for winter. At Blaise Alexander Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM Mansfield, our state-of-the-art service center has the latest tools and technology to make sure your Jeep is in tip-top shape for the winter months. Schedule service online or stop by our dealership today!