How to Prepare your Chevrolet Vehicle for Winter

Scheduling routine maintenance at our local

Chevrolet service

center is vital to keep your Chevrolet vehicle working at optimal performance. Preparing your Chevrolet vehicle for the winter months is critical to ensure it will withstand the cold temperatures and icy, snowy road conditions. This is what you need to do to prepare your Chevrolet car for the winter.

Get an Oil Change

Routine maintenance of your Chevrolet vehicle includes an oil change, but its still essential to get an oil change for the winter months. The cold or freezing temperatures cause the engine oil to become a thicker texture that can cause further damage with expensive repair costs.

Check Your Antifreeze

Antifreeze is an essential fluid for colder to freezing temperatures. It helps to regulate the temperature of your Chevrolet vehicles engine and radiator to prevent overheating. It also stops the water in your engines cooling system from freezing in the winter.

Check the Battery

Getting your car battery inspected or replaced, if necessary, for winter is essential colder or freezing temperatures cause stress to your vehicles battery.

Change the Windshield Wipers

There are windshield wipers designed for the winter especially designed for the season. It is also vital to replace the windshield washer fluid. Winter washer fluid centers on clearing road grease and salt.

Inspect Your Tires

Tires wear out over time, so routine maintenance of tire pressure, tread depth, balance, and wheels are essential for an optimal-performing Chevrolet vehicle. Snow tires are also available for dangerous winter roads, especially in areas with heavy snowfall and slippery roads.

Schedule Your Next Service Visit at Lester Glenn Chevrolet

Ready to schedule your next maintenance visit with

Lester Glenn Chevrolet

? Call us today or schedule the appointment online. One of our experienced technicians will be happy to help you get your Chevrolet vehicle ready for winter.

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