The Ford F-150 and F-250 are durable enough to handle many environments, including icy and snowy terrains. Ford's quality extends to the Fiesta, Explorer, Fusion, and other models that may contend with winter weather in city, suburban, or rural driving conditions. The vehicles may benefit from some "winter prepping," as the cold season creates added concerns and complexities.
Park City Ford in Bridgeport, CT wants to help Ford and other vehicle owners to prepare for the winter. We're pointing some helpful winter service suggestions.
Oil and Wiper Blades: Essential Basics
Routine service, such as changing dirty motor oil and switching out worn wiper blades, may change a bit when winter approaches. Cold weather could require a different motor oil viscosity, and "standard" wiper blades might not be up to the job. Thicker, more durable windshield wiper blades may perform better in tougher conditions.
Check on the Coolant
Coolant requires changing at less frequent intervals than motor oil, but changing old coolants seems highly advisable when winter arrives. Even when the coolant isn't aged out, checking the levels makes sense. Danbury, CT and Milford, CT drivers won't feel happy over discovering a cracked engine block, which could occur if coolant leaks out.
Battery Service Before the Winter
Dead batteries happen in the winter, and the risks increase when the battery is too old or has dying cells. Is your car due for a new battery? Our team could install one. The service department, upon request, tests batteries to determine their health.
Tire Changes
Driving on all-season tires might be troubling during heavy snow. Why not go with winter tires for the season? We'll help you choose the right tires and then perform the necessary installation and balancing. Maybe you need a spare winter tire for the Ford, as well.
Visit Park City Ford Today!
Whatever your vehicle's winter requirements are, ask our service center team for assistance. If you're in Stamford, CT or Norwalk, CT, schedule an appointment for service right away. Be sure to ask about our new tire inventory, tire rotations, and oil changes.