The best way to ensure your Ford vehicle runs like new is to provide it with regular maintenance. Do you give your vehicle the same type of service regardless of the season? We all know that winter can be very hard on a vehicle.
However, the other seasons can also play their toll on vehicles. It's very important to give your Ford correct maintenance for every season, whether it's a Ford Ranger or a Ford Fusion. Come to Bushnell Ford and let us be your seasonal service center. We will also provide you with the necessary information on seasonal service for your vehicle.
Spring Care
After a long hard winter, which can be hard on vehicles, your Ford should receive the following service:
- Spark plugs and spark plug wires should be checked.
- Tire air pressure check
- Inspect all your Ford's caps, including radiator caps and gas caps
- Check all fluid levels, including oil, brake, transmission and power steering fluid.
- Replace windshield wiper blades because winter can raise havoc on blades.
- Have tires rotated at least every 7,000 miles throughout the summers.
- Give your Ford a spring cleaning.
Summer Care
Summertime in Lodi brings hot temperatures, air conditioning use and generally increased travel time for your Ford vehicle. It should receive the following care:
- Entire cooling system inspection, including coolant, radiator, cooling fans, water pump, hoses and belts
- Tire pressure check
- Oil and filter change using recommendations in your owner’s manual
- Inspect serpentine belt as well as other belts and hoses
- Have air conditioned checked
- Inspect the suspension system
Fall Care
Once fall arrives, your Ford should receive the following services:
- Have transmission and transmission fluid checked.
- Have the brake system checked for wear, including rotors, calipers and brake pads.
- Oil and filter change
- Tire pressure check
- Have the power steering checked along with power steering fluid
- Wash and wax your Ford to protect it from the upcoming winter weather and road salt.
Winter Care
Winter brings a lot of elements that can be hard on your Ford. Make sure it's ready for this.
- Have heating system checked.
- Make sure tires are appropriate for the weather and have sufficient tread.
- Inspect your battery and alternator.
- Make sure wipers are in good shape and washer fluid is full.
- Always keep your gas tank at least half full.
- Equip your Ford with a fully-stocked emergency roadside kit.
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