Basic Routine Maintenance Services that Can Save You from Thousands in Repairs

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Familiarizing yourself with your vehicle’s owner’s manual will help you stay on top of the routine service your Chevrolet will need over the course of its life. This manual includes a maintenance schedule, which details exactly what services and inspections will need to be performed at specific mileages. Used Chevrolets will benefit from this care just as much as a new car; all vehicles can be protected from breakdowns and the need for repairs with regular maintenance.

Changing Oil: Depending on whether you use synthetic or conventional oil, your mileages may vary, but a rule of thumb is to have your oil changed every 3,000 miles. This is especially true of newer, more efficient vehicles with Variable Valve Timing (VVT) engines that are more sensitive to old and overly viscous oil. Speak with your Chevrolet dealer and service center to set up your oil change schedule.

Regulating Tire Pressure: Properly inflated tires are more important than you may think. Underinflated tires can negatively impact your gas mileage, decrease traction, and make your engine work harder. Tire pressure may not dramatically affect your engine’s life, but you can often discern a performance boost and smoother driving on properly inflated tires. Conversely, never overinflate your tires—while accidents aren’t common, the risk of a blowout increases with overinflated tires.

Vising the Dealer for Services: Your Chevrolet dealer is the ideal source for information and model-specific care, and the dealership hires and trains technicians familiar with your particular new or used Chevrolet. They can also help you review your manual when you purchase a new or used vehicle so you can get started on the right maintenance right away. ?

The service centers at John Hiester Chevrolet are ready to help you keep your car out of the garage and on the open road for many years to come. With the right routine care, your vehicle will perform at its peak. At John Hiester Chevrolet, we offer Lifetime Engine Guarantees on all new Chevrolet cars—visit us online or call us at (919) 552-4944 for more details.