How To
Be aware! Keep your vehicle safe, dependable and on the road longer. The following tools are courtesy of the Car Care Council, a non-profit organization dedicated to educating motorists about the importance of regular vehicle care, maintenance and repair through its “Be Car Care Aware” consumer education campaign.
To learn more about the Car Care Council, visit www.carcare.org.
The Car Care Guide guide boasts 80 pages of useful information for motorists and is available online for FREE. The guide covers major services, 12 component groups within the vehicle, service interval recommendations and much more. Additional topics include an expanded environmental awareness section, finding an automotive repair shop, alternative fuels, understanding the warranty, vehicle telematics, and careers in the auto care industry. Click here to view.
TPMS Checking Your Pressure
Newer model vehicles are equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) to warn drivers that at least one of their tires is underinflated. The dashboard light looks like an exclamation point inside of a horseshoe and, if illuminated, should be addressed immediately.
It's Time for an Oil Change
Performing oil changes at the routine intervals outlined in the owner’s manual is one of the least expensive, yet effective, ways to keep an engine running at peak performance and extend the life of the vehicle. The Car Care Council provides useful information to help you understand the importance of regular oil changes.
Your Vehicle's Warranty
It’s a common misconception that only car dealers can perform the routine maintenance and repairs on a newer vehicle that is under warranty. The Car Care Council outlines the truth about vehicle warranties and assures consumers that they can have routine repairs performed by their local independent repair shop or do the work themselves without affecting the warranty.