Maximizing Your Ford’s Lifespan: The Ultimate Maintenance Guide

Ford cars are high-quality and long-lasting, but they do need some help with lasting as long as possible. That’s why you need to regularly head to your Ford dealer for Ford maintenance. There are certain services your car needs to prevent breakdowns and premature wear and tear. Let’s take a look at some of the most essential ones.

Get Regular Oil Changes

Check your owner’s manual; in there, you’ll find instructions regarding how often you need an oil change. Make sure you abide by the timeframe given and never miss an oil change appointment. Going too long without an oil change can cause premature wear and tear and even make your engine seize up.

Check Your Fluid Levels

Monitor fluid levels at home so you’ll notice as soon as the levels get low. Visit the dealer when any of the fluid levels get low, including the oil. You may need oil top-ups in between your regular oil changes.

Get Interim, Full, and Major Service

Interim service is done as needed, usually every 6 months. During interim service, you may have your battery checked, various filters replaced, and fluid levels checked. You’ll also likely get a tire rotation during interim service, too, as tire rotations and oil changes often need to be done at the same frequency. These things will also be done during full service, which is more comprehensive and needs to be done annually.

During a full or annual service, the technicians will perform more extensive checks on your vehicle. In total, 80 or more different parts of your car may be checked during your full service appointment. Lastly, major service is done every other year, and even more parts of your car are inspected during it. Wear-and-tear parts such as your brake discs and fuel lines are typically replaced during this service.

Get Your Fluids Exchanged

The fluid levels in your car don’t just need to be topped up. You also need to exchange the old fluid for fresh fluid at different intervals, similar to getting an oil change. Check your owner’s manual to see how often it says you need to have different fluids drained and replaced. You can also talk to your technician about having fluid exchanges during your regularly scheduled interim, full, and major service.

Stop by Chestatee Ford in Dahlonega, GA for all your vehicle’s maintenance needs. Contact our service department at 706-919-9244 or head to our website to schedule service now.

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