Routine Car Maintenance

Routine car maintenance is absolutely essential and every car owner should learn about these by heart. When you decide that you want or need to drive a car, safety should always be a priority. Aside from following road rules and improving your driving skills as much as you can, you must also know that you are responsible for your vehicle’s maintenance.  

Many car accidents these days may be caused by drivers’ errors; however, car problems also belong to the top reasons for road mishaps. These are things that can easily be prevented when drivers become more responsible not only while driving but also with the maintenance of their car.

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What is Included in a Routine Car Maintenance?

Maintenance should be done as regularly as possible. This can start by simply paying attention to lights you will find on the dashboard – take that check engine light seriously. Check on tire pressure, oil levels, and other things you can check on your own – at least every week. These simple things will not only help make your vehicle safe on the road, but can also prolong your car's life.

Bridgestone shares this list of short term check-ups included in routine car maintenance:

1. Oil and coolant levels
   
2. Headlights and all other lights (brake, turn signals, parking)
3. Air filter
   
4. Tire pressure and tread depth
5. Rotate tires
6. Oil and filter

They have included transmission fluid, transfer case fluid, shocks and struts inspection, coolant fluid change, serpentine belt, spark plugs, and front or rear differential as those included in the long term check-up list.

Although not as frequent, these things should also be checked or maintained on a seasonal basis: windshield wipers, battery performance, and change of tires

Dependable Roadside Assistance in Augusta, GA

Aside from consistent routine car maintenance, you can feel safe on the road when you have a company to call should you need any assistance. For your car towing and roadside assistance needs in Augusta and the surrounding areas, we are here to help. Call Chastain’s Towing | Augusta Tow Truck at 706-705-5270 for inquiries and a free quote!