Centered Intro Preparing for colder weather means making sure your vehicle is ready for freezing temperatures and slick roads. Following a maintenance checklist for winterizing your car helps protect your engine and keeps you safe. At Cable Dahmer Buick GMC of Kansas City, our certified technicians are ready to help you prepare your vehicle for the changing seasons. Battery Check Your Battery and Charging System Cold weather reduces battery capacity and makes your engine harder to start. A weak battery that works fine in the summer can quickly fail during the first major cold snap. Have a professional test your battery to ensure it holds a strong charge. If your battery is more than three years old, replacing it before winter arrives is a smart preventative step. Tires Inspect Tires and Tire Pressure Tires are your only connection to icy or snow-covered roads. Inspect your tire tread depth to ensure you have enough grip for winter driving conditions. Cold temperatures also cause tire pressure to drop rapidly. Check your tire pressure regularly and inflate your tires to the manufacturer specifications found inside your driver door jamb. Section divider image Fluids Top Off Essential Fluids Your engine relies on clean fluids to operate smoothly in freezing weather. Ensure your coolant system has the correct ratio of antifreeze to water to prevent freezing inside the engine block. You should also switch to a cold-weather windshield washer fluid that will not freeze on your glass. Heating / Defrost Test Heating and Defrosting Systems Driving in the cold is uncomfortable and dangerous if your climate control system fails. Your vehicle heater keeps the cabin warm and provides the necessary heat to operate your windshield defroster. Test your front and rear defrosters to verify they clear condensation and ice quickly. If the air does not get hot or the blower motor sounds weak, schedule a diagnostic check immediately. Section divider image Wipers / Lights Replace Wiper Blades and Inspect Lights Visibility is drastically reduced during winter storms and shorter daylight hours. Replace standard wiper blades with heavy-duty winter blades that can easily clear heavy snow and ice. Walk around your vehicle and inspect all headlights, taillights, and turn signals. Clean cloudy headlight lenses or replace burnt-out bulbs so other drivers can see you clearly on the road. CTA banner Schedue Winter Service with Cable Dahmer Buick GMC of Kansas City Taking care of winter maintenance early gives you peace of mind before the harsh weather hits. The expert service centers at Cable Dahmer Buick GMC of Kansas City can handle all your winterizing needs, from battery testing to tire installations. Schedule your winter service appointment online today to keep your car performing safely this season. Schedule Service
