It’s fall y’all and we want to help you get your vehicle into tip-top shape for the winter months ahead. In fact, did you know that October is National Car Care Month? I mean it makes sense; October is the last month before we get hit with the rough winter weather, whether that means brutally cold winter days/nights or snowmageddon. Whatever it might be you want to know that your Mercedes-Benz vehicle is serviced properly and ready to take on whatever mother nature might throw at it. Lucky for you Mercedes-Benz of Danbury is fully equipped with a state-of-the-art service center and certified professionals that can get your vehicle back into race-track (or road) ready condition in no time. Whether your Mercedes-Benz is new or pre-owned, our Service Center can take care of you. If it’s time for your regular Mercedes-Benz Synthetic Motor Oil replacement and tire inflation check and correction, or if you need an extensive repair or part replacement, our team can handle it! To make things more convenient for you, you can even schedule your service appointment right on our site! That means whenever you’re free, we’re ready! However, we know a lot of our Mercedes-Benz customers are huge car fans and they know their way around their vehicle. So, if you’re a hands-on, DIY guy or girl and you want to service your ride yourself, we want to help! Below you will find a short and easy to follow fall checklist below! There you find what you should be checking and some helpful tips to help get you through! Of course, if you have any questions, feel free to give us a call or stop in! Until then happy fall maintenance! 5 Tips For Fall Car Care: Check Your Tires: Check tire tread depth Look for any signs of wear and tear such as bulges and bald spots Check the tire pressure, and adjust it accordingly using the PSI listed in your owner’s manual or driver’s side doorjamb Tire pressure drops when the temperatures drop, so keep a regular schedule of tire pressure maintenance Inspect The Battery: Check the battery connections to make sure they’re tight, clean and free of corrosion Harsh winter weather can be hard on a vehicle battery, so you want to check the battery and charging system before the cold sets in Check Wiper Blades, Defrosters, and Heater: Checking your cooling and heating system is important for your comfort, but it’s also important for your safety, too. Visibility could be hindered in the winter month due to frost, ice, snow, and other elements. Making sure your defroster is working, your wiper blades don’t have any cracks or are leaving streaks across your windshield Generally, wiper blades should be replaced every 6 months Don’t forget the windshield wiper fluid! Most vehicles will warn you you’re running low but it is always a good idea to keep it recommended levels Have Your Brakes Checked: It’s no secret your breaks are important, but in the winter months, it’s important they’re in shape to take on the winter weather. Make sure the brake pads/rotors don’t need to be replaced and have the brake line checked as well. Our team is more than qualified to help give you peace of mind and repair any issues we may find Check Your Lights: Your vehicle’s lights tend to be overlooked, but as the days begin to grow darker sooner, your lights become extremely important Think about the last time you changed your headlights and taillights, if you can’t remember, chances are it’s time to change them! If they’re still running smoothly, give them a good cleaning to create better visibility
