There are two main benefits of keeping up with vehicle maintenance. First, your mechanic can let you know what is starting to wear out, what needs replacing right away, and what’s looking good. Secondly, you can drive your car with confidence knowing that you have a reliable and safe source of transportation.
Depending on the make and model of your vehicle, a major car service generally includes the following:
- Changing the oil and filter
- Tire service--rotation, alignment, balancing, air pressure (including the spare)
- Inspecting and cleaning the battery
- An inspection of all fluids, filters, belts, hoses, brakes, and emissions
- Windshield wipers
- Replacing burned out lights
- Replacement of various filters, fluids and spark plugs.
- Replacing the timing belt and/or serpentine belt at the recommended mileage interval.
- Servicing the air conditioner/heater
- Other services related to the fuel delivery, emissions and ignition systems.
