There are a lot of ways to take care of the engine in your vehicle. From keeping it cleaned on the inside and out to having the fluids checked regularly, there are steps that should be taken on a regular basis in order to keep the engine in smooth operation. When the engine is not checked frequently, a problem could creep up that lands you on the side of the road waiting for a tow truck. But if you have regular maintenance, we may be able to spot a problem before it turns in to something large and disastrous, as well as costly. Spending an hour or two in the shop having maintenance done is a lot easier to do and cheaper, than if you have to go a few days without a vehicle while it had a major repair done.

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Make sure Regular Maintenance is Done Regularly

Regular maintenance will spot a problem when it is in the small stage sometimes. For instance, if there are small cracks in a belt of a hose, the technician will be able to see it and replace the part before it completely breaks and causes a larger problem on the side of the road. Maintenance will check the fluids, the belts and the hoses and make sure they are not cracked or broken. If you notice anything out of the norm, make sure to bring the vehicle in so we can inspect it for you.

Top off the Fluid Levels in the Vehicle

The fluids that run through the vehicle include the transmission fluid, the power steering fluid, the brake fluid, the antifreeze, and even the oil. If any one of the fluids is not at the correct level, then one part of the engine might fail and you could find yourself stuck on the side of the road. That is why maintenance checks are vital to keeping your vehicle on the road and running smoothly. If there is a question as to what the fluid level is at, you can check it yourself or make a note and have us do it for you the next time you are in the shop having something done.

When the Engine should be Cleaned

There are a couple of ways that you can keep your engine clean on the outside. We will be able to use special solvents and clean the grease and get the grime off all the parts of the engine on the inside and the outside. However, if you are not a trained mechanic you should not mess with trying to get the engine cleaned up. The chemicals can be dangerous and you could harm the engine if you do not know what you are doing. The technician will also be able to safely clean the outside with a power washer and some soap. You can also bring the vehicle in and we can inspect the condition of the engine for you. This can help to keep the vehicle safe and reliable.