How to Prepare Your Vehicle for Spring
After the long and harsh months of winter, spring is the perfect time to give your vehicle the attention it needs in terms of maintenance. Cold temperatures, snow, ice, and road salt can all take a toll on your vehicle’s mechanical components. Spring maintenance services, including wiper blade replacement, battery inspection, tire swaps, and a brake check can all help your vehicle thrive in the warm weather. Continue reading to view our recommendations here at Lakeside GM for how to prepare your vehicle for spring!
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Check Your Wiper Blades
Winter conditions can wear down your windshield wiper blades, reducing visibility in the spring rain. Replacing worn blades helps ensure clear vision in wet weather. Worn blades streak and smear rather than properly clear the windshield, which can prove hazardous in severe weather!
Inspect Your Battery
Cold weather can weaken your vehicle’s battery, which is why the start of spring is a good time to have it tested. A battery inspection can identify signs of wear or reduced performance, allowing you to catch the problem before an unexpected failure occurs.
Swap Your Tires
If you use winter tires, switching back to all-season tires when temperatures consistently stay above 7°C can help improve performance and extend tire life. This is also a great time to inspect your tires for uneven wear, damage, or low tread depth. Your tires may need to be rotated to ensure even wear.
Swap Your Tires
Your brakes need to work harder during winter, due to the slippery conditions. Spring is an ideal time to have your brake pads, rotors, and brake system inspected. If you notice squeaking, grinding, or reduced braking performance, having your brakes checked promptly can help ensure your safety and prevent more expensive repairs.
Book a Service Appointment at Lakeside GM
Lakeside GM, right here in Kincardine, ON, can help you with all your vehicle maintenance needs. Our friendly and knowledgeable team of GM experts are factory-trained and have all the tools they need to identify what’s going wrong with your vehicle and how to fix it. Interested in booking a service appointment with us? Simply schedule an appointment right here on our website!