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Maintenance tips for vehicle owners

What are important maintenance tips for a car? 

Whether you’ve been driving for a long time or just bought a new car, you know that the most important part of road safety is maintaining your vehicle. If your car is in good condition, it will perform incredibly well while keeping you safe on the road. Therefore, providing your vehicle with the proper care and maintenance should be at the top of your priority list. That said, our team at Stop 23 Auto Sales in Listowel, ON, has put together a list of important maintenance tips for a car. Please keep reading to see how you can prolong the life of your vehicle by keeping it in optimal condition.  


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Checklist of car maintenance tips 

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  • While common car issues occur internally, you should also inspect your vehicle for external damage. You can walk around the car weekly to check for body damage and tire condition. 
  • An air filter ensures a car’s engine stays healthy by protecting it from contaminants. If the air filter is dirty, it reduces the flow to the engine, resulting in poor vehicle performance. Hence, it would be best if you got your air filters checked every 12,000 miles. 
  • Your car’s battery is one of the most crucial components required to keep it running smoothly. Every year, at least two times, you should get your vehicle’s battery checked by a reliable technician. 
  • Get your tires rotated and balanced every 5,000 to 6,000 miles to extend their lifespan and enhance their performance. Timely rotation and balancing tires ensure a smoother ride with a quicker steering response. 

Visit Stop 23 Auto Sales for your next vehicle inspection 

If you feel your car needs service or you just want to get a regular inspection, you can come to us at Stop 23 Auto Sales. Our dealership in Listowel, ON, has a state-of-the-art service department to take the best care of all kinds of vehicles. While you can bring your car directly to us, you can also schedule a service appointment to book a slot in advance.