Three Easy Tips for Maintaining an old Vehicle

Tips for Maintaining an old car

For most of us, our vehicles are one of the most expensive things that we own. Therefore, it makes sense to take care of it properly so that it lasts as long as possible. We have customers coming into our dealership on a regular basis to ask us about tips for maintaining an old car. Therefore, we have decided to dedicate this article to discussing that topic, continue reading to learn more.

Ford Model TCheck Your Fluids and Tire Pressure

It takes roughly 10 minutes to check the all the fluid levels and tire pressure in your vehicle. However, there are a lot of people who simply never do it, which is a huge mistake. By far the most important fluid to check is your engine oil, because the car cannot function properly without it. Also, make sure that you are changing your oil at the manufacturer’s recommended intervals as well.

Listen for odd Noises

Another tip to keep your older vehicle running for years to come is to listen for odd noises. We recommend turning the radio down once in awhile on your commute to listen for anything that sounds out of the ordinary on your vehicle. Listen both while you are driving and while the vehicle is idling.

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Follow the Recommended Service Schedule for Your Vehicle

Our final tip is to always follow the recommended service schedule for your vehicle. Most drivers would consider this to be common sense. However, you wouldn’t believe how many drivers out there do not follow the service recommendations found in their owners manual.

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Following these simple tips will help to ensure that your vehicle stays on the road for a long time. If you have any additional questions on this topic feel free to reach out to us here at Gil’s Auto Sales. We would be more than happy to answer your questions.

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