Car Maintenance Tips For Summer

Prepare Your Ford For The Summer Months

When the weather changes and summer arrives, your Ford needs special maintenance. You get a break from the salt, snow, and ice, as your focus turns to heat, humidity, and UV rays. The service team at Spitzer Ford Cuyahoga Falls has the tools and equipment ready to help drivers between Akron and Hudson get their Ford cars, trucks, and SUVs ready for summer weather.

Our experienced service technicians are experts in Ford maintenance, so you can trust they will take the necessary steps to ensure your Ford is ready for you to hit the road for your epic summer road trip.

Ford Summer Maintenance Tips

Step one in preparing your vehicle for summer is scheduling a multi-point inspection using our online service scheduling tool. Our technicians will inspect your air filter, fill your tire pressure, and check your windshield wipers. After the long, cold Ohio winter, your cabin air filter will be filled with dirt and debris, possibly even mold and mildew from the winter freeze and thaw cycle. A new cabin air filter will make your Ford’s interior smell fresh and clean when you turn on the air conditioning. New windshield wipers will improve your visibility when the summer rains arrive.

Another recommendation for summer car care is an air conditioning and cooling system check. During this appointment, our technicians will check the coolant level and your Ford’s air conditioning system. Spring is the perfect time to check your AC, so you know it will function properly when the high temperatures arrive.

We also recommend scheduling your routine Ford maintenance as written in your owner’s manual. All Ford models – even the EVs – have a manufacturer’s recommended maintenance schedule. They include everything from checking brakes and car batteries to power steering fluid and exhaust systems. It’s always a good time to check your vehicle’s oil life and schedule an oil and oil filter change if your Ford is due.

Keeping Your Car Clean All Summer Long

You can help keep your Ford running well by keeping it clean during the summer. Weekly car washes and interior vacuuming will keep pollen, mold, and road debris from building up in and on your car. On hot days, try to park in the shade to keep the inside from overheating and to prevent UV damage to your vehicle’s exterior. Pay close attention to your tire pressure monitoring system as the heat can affect the air pressure in your tires.

Choose Spitzer Ford In Cuyahoga Falls, OH For Summer Maintenance

As the summer months approach, now is the time to plan for summer maintenance. The heat and humidity put different stress on your vehicle, and the wear and tear can cause long-lasting damage if you ignore it. The Spitzer Ford Cuyahoga finance team can help you with vehicle maintenance plans, and we invite you to explore our website to find service specials that help you save money.