How To Get Your Car Ready For the Summer

We’re finally heading into summer. The weather is clearing up and we can spend even more time outdoors. Summer is a time full of adventure, life, and memories in the making. Who doesn’t love summer?

You don’t want to hit summer without doing any preparation. All of the extreme temperatures and blazing heat can do some damage to your car. It’s important to always be mindful of how the weather is going to affect your car. Thankfully, preparing for the summer is a lot easier than preparing for winter. We’ll walk you through the steps you need to take for your car’s summer body.

How To Prep Your Car for Summer

The first thing you should check on is your tires. If you have a set of winter tires on, then it is definitely time to change them. Otherwise, you will want to check on the condition of your tires. Old, worn out tires can lead to some big problems in the summer. You’ll also want to check on your brakes to see how they are holding up. They likely saw some heavy use in the winter, so checking in on them can be useful.

Checking all of your fluid levels is a good idea, but especially now when we are transitioning from cold to hot. Making sure the levels and condition of your fluids are good will help keep things running smoothly. It’s also a good time to fix and replace the little things that might have gotten bumped or broken over the winter. Getting everything in working order feels good and it helps your car look good too.

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Car Care in Grand Junction, CO

If you are looking for your next car, then stop by Carville’s Auto Mart and talk with our salespeople. You can also call in with any questions and we’d be happy to help.