Dan Perkins Subaru helps Milford, CT prepare for winter with these 10 tips for cold-weather car care. Check out our recommendations below:
- It may sound like common sense, but replace worn tires. Low tread can really ruin your morning commute when you lose traction on a slippery road.
- Is your vehicle's stopping power not what it used to be? Have the brakes checked sooner rather than later.
- Pack an emergency kit for both you and your car, like flares, a spare tire, blankets, food, and extra batteries.
- Have one of our professional technicians flush the cooling system and replenish fluids.
- Visibility can be a problem in winter, so have the heater and defroster inspected.
- Worn wiper blades should be replaced. Even if your wipers are in good shape, it's wise to switch over to rubber-clad blades during the winter months.
- Avoid hard starts and no starts by having the battery tested.
- Performance issues, like rough idling, should be addressed by a professional to avoid a deep freeze exasperating the problem.
- Change the oil and filter based on your specific vehicle's recommendations.
- When it doubt, read the owner's manual for recommended service schedules.
We can perform all of these services and more at our certified Subaru service center. We use genuine Subaru parts and fluids to ensure your Subaru continues to perform just like a Subaru -- with industry-leading safety, reliability, and surefootedness. You can schedule service 24 hour a day via our online appointment tool.
For more on car cold-weather readiness, check out the video below from car-care expert Lauren Fix:
