Spring Maintenance Tips

Check the Wiper Blades

The wiper blades are often one of those things that most people overlook until there is a noticeable change in the way they are working. But, like most parts on your vehicle, the wiper blades will wear out, so one of the most important spring maintenance tips for vehicles in Petaluma, Rohnert Park and Windsor, CA is to check and replace worn wiper blades. One of the first signs of wiper blades that are wearing out is they will make a squeaking noise as they move across the windshield, you can avoid this by simply changing them out as a part of your routine spring maintenance.

Inspect Tire Tread and Pressure

The tire pressure is especially important when driving on the Santa Rosa, CA roads during the spring. As the winter temperatures drop, so does the pressure in the tires, which means you probably filled them up to avoid the risk of a flat. Unfortunately, as the weather warms up, the tire pressure can increase, which means the tires may have too much air in them and it can affect your fuel economy as well as the vehicle’s drivability. If you aren’t comfortable checking the tire pressure or putting in and taking out air, stop in Hansel Volkswagen to have a technician inspect the tires for you.

Under the Hood

When it comes to the list of spring maintenance tips, checking for issues under the hood is one of the most important tips. The changes in temperature can have an effect on the battery as well as the fluids, so a few things to inspect under the hood include:

• Test the strength of the battery and replace it if weak
• Change the oil and top off all fluids
• Inspect wiring for damages
• Check the radiator for damages and to ensure it has sufficient fluid
• Inspect the air conditioning