Summer Vehicle Care Tips

Summer is the perfect time to jump in your vehicle and go for a cruise around town. It’s also a great time to head out on a road trip with family or friends. In order to keep your automobile performing optimally, there are a few summer vehicle car care tips the team at Melloy Dodge recommends you utilize. A little bit of routine maintenance goes a long way when it comes to protecting an investment such as a car.

Multi-Point Inspection
Most states require that your car is inspected each year. Aside from the legal requirements of this process, a multi-point inspection can be used to catch a number of problems before they turn into expensive repair jobs. Commonly, small repairs can be done during the inspection process. Melloy Dodge performs a multi-point inspection when we change your oil. Set up your appointment today!

Oil Changes
After a long winter, make sure that the old oil in your engine gets changed out. When you have older oil sitting in there, harmful particulates can accumulate. This accumulation leads to issues with your engine and transmission. The frequency of your oil change should depend on the mileage driven
and can range from 3,000 to 5,000 miles. Check your owner's manual for this information. Also, commonly, individuals service their vehicle every 3 months.

Tire Rotation
Rotating your tires yearly can help promote a good wear pattern on your tires. Tires are a big expense for your vehicle. If you can keep them around for a bit longer, your budget will thank you. Inspect your tires regularly to make sure you don’t have one or more tires wearing down prematurely.

If you would like to know more beneficial summer car care tips, reach out to the team at Melloy Dodge. Our service department is staffed with some of the most knowledgeable technicians in the area. They will ensure that you are following a good maintenance and repair schedule for your vehicle all year round! And, of course, Melloy Dodge is providing the necessary sanitary conditions to keep you and our staff safe during the COVID crisis.