A good maintenance schedule prevents avoidable repairs and helps keep your Kia in good condition for years. Most Kia maintenance is based on your mileage, but weather and temperature also affect your vehicle and cause unnecessary wear and tear. As your Kia dealer, we want to give you some examples of season-specific maintenance and improve your Kia’s performance.
Spring Maintenance
Now winter is in the rearview mirror, it’s time to get your Kia ready for the warmer weather ahead. Checking your tires is advisable, as the low winter temperatures reduce tire pressure naturally. On average, tire pressure will drop by one PSI per 10 degrees of temperature drop, and this can leave them under-inflated. An underinflated tire will suffer extra and unnecessary wear until the pressure is corrected.
Spring is also a good time to schedule an AC service. During winter, the AC is idle, which could cause bacteria to develop in the system’s dark, partially damp, sections. A regular AC checkup will ensure the vents blow the cold air you need on a hot summer day.
Summer Maintenance
While our Pennsylvania summers don’t reach the high temperatures in some other states, we get days in the 70 F to 90 F bracket. A coolant level check and a radiator check will help to keep your engine running perfectly and protect it against overheating.
Changing the oil is a good idea in summer. As time passes, older oil becomes thick and sluggish. This reduces the oil’s ability to protect engine components from friction damage and cool the hot components as it passes over them. We also replace the oil filter during an oil change to ensure the fresh oil flows easily.
Fall Maintenance
Fall is a great time to get a battery test to check your battery is ready for the winter cold. When the temperature drops, you’ll notice that starting the engine takes longer than usual. Low temperatures reduce battery efficiency as the electrolyte solution inside them becomes thicker. If your battery is old, a cold winter could cause it to fail.
Checking the headlights for good visibility and brightness will help make driving easier in winter. Our technicians can also check your fuses and electrical system to ensure all components work efficiently.
Winter Maintenance
Snow and ice can make driving more difficult, but you can prepare for this by visiting us for a tire check. Our technicians will examine your tread and tire condition and can also rebalance or rotate your tires to give them the best possible grip on the surface. We’ll replace worn tires and can fit snow tires for you if required.
If you’d like to know more about seasonal maintenance, contact us today at Mike Kelly Kia in Butler, PA.
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