Regular Ford maintenance ensures that your car always runs efficiently, saving you money in the long term. Old fluids and worn components will cause problems that grow worse over time. Correct maintenance prevents these problems, as potential issues can be noticed and repaired by our Ford-trained technicians. As your Ford dealer, we’d like you to know about some of the types of maintenance we perform.
Types of Ford Maintenance You’ll Always Find at Your Ford Dealer
Headlight Replacement
Good headlight bulbs are invaluable when driving at night or in other low-visibility conditions. They enable you to see the road ahead, and they also ensure that other drivers and pedestrians can see you. A lack of visibility can easily lead to an unnecessary accident. Headlight bulbs have a working lifespan of 500 hours to 30,000 hours, depending on the type of bulbs you have.
Old bulbs can start to flicker, grow dim, and eventually blow out. Replacing a bulb is quick and easy, and we recommend replacing both bulbs simultaneously. Headlight bulbs are always installed in pairs. If one has failed, the other will fail in a few days. Replacing both bulbs will allow you to drive safely at night and avoid needing to return to have the second bulb installed.
Radiator Hose Replacement
The radiator is responsible for removing engine heat to maintain a safe operating temperature. Liquid coolant is pumped through your engine, and it absorbs heat from the engine components as it passes over them. The coolant’s final destination is the radiator, where the now hot coolant enters the aluminum radiator tubes. Airflow over the tubes rapidly removes the heat, and the coolant circulates through the engine again.
There are two radiator hoses, one at the top and the other at the bottom of the radiator. They’re made of toughened, heat-resistant rubber that can withstand temperatures above 300 F. As time passes, these hoses will become less flexible, which can cause cracks. Cracks can leak, and your engine will overheat as it loses coolant. We’ll check the condition of your hoses and replace them if they’re damaged.
Battery Replacement
The battery provides the electrical power that’s used to start the engine. It stores electricity as chemical energy. The chemical reactions that allow the battery to supply, store, and recharge will eventually cause the battery to fail as the chemicals break down and become inert. Their breakdown is a gradual process, but over time, the battery will become more difficult to recharge.
Our technicians can get your battery’s capabilities using a computerized battery tester. This tester will give a clear indication of the battery’s potential remaining lifespan. If your battery is failing, we can quickly and easily replace it.
Regular maintenance will keep your Ford in great condition and extend its life. Contact us today at Chestatee Ford in Dahlonega, GA.
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