5 Maintenance Tips for Your Ford

When your dad told you it was important to keep up the maintenance on your car, you probably rolled your eyes. However, dad had a point. A well-maintained car has fewer problems and you’ll get more miles from it. At Conway Ford in Conway, SC, we’ll check on these five points to keep your Ford maintenance schedule up to date and your vehicle running smoothly.

1. Regular Oil Changes

Getting the oil changed regularly in your Ford may be the most important thing you do to ensure many trouble-free miles. Oil changes improve your engine’s performance and lengthen its lifespan, among other benefits. Clean oil helps keep the engine parts lubricated and functioning correctly. It also helps clean out gunk that causes friction and overheating. At Conway Ford, we offer the Motorcraft oil type that’s best for your vehicle’s engine.

2. Keep Fluids Topped Off

Besides oil, your Ford has other important fluids that keep it on the road. Our service department will check the levels of your brake, power steering, and transmission fluid, all the way to your windshield washer fluid. We can also drain and replace these fluids when necessary so your car gives you many trouble-free miles.

3. Check/Change Filters

Modern automobiles have numerous filters to keep them running in peak condition, and it’s important to check them regularly and replace them when they’ve reached the end of their useful life. We replace your oil filter at each oil change. We’ll also check and/or replace your Ford’s cabin air filter and fuel filter either when they show signs of wear, or at the recommended mileage interval.

4. Check Tires and Battery

Driving your vehicle on worn-out tires is an invitation to an accident. Our dealership will check your tires at your oil change. We’ll rotate your tires and check the air pressure to extend their life and drivability. We will also do a load test on your battery to make sure it’s charging properly and will recommend you replace it if necessary.

5. Check/Change Serpentine Belt

The serpentine belt drives nearly every important part of your Ford. It delivers power to the water pump, air-conditioner compressor, alternator, power steering pump, and even the engine crankshaft. This is one belt that needs to be in good shape. If our mechanics see the belt is brittle or frayed, they’ll recommend replacing it immediately.

Contact Conway Ford in Conway, SC, either by phone or online to set up your service appointment. 

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