Getting Your Winter Vehicle Ready

Car tires on winter road

Winter is quickly approaching, so you need to be sure your vehicle is prepared for the cold. However, there can be so many contradictory or confusing tips on how to prepare your vehicle for the cold, so be sure to learn more about the steps necessary with us at York Chevrolet-buick-gmc, Inc. near Cloverdale or Coatsville.

The snow and cold can adversely affect your vehicle in many way, so it is crucial to understand what to do, so follow these suggestions to get your car ready, or simply drop by our service centers to have us inspect your vehicle.

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Check Your Antifreeze

Make sure your car’s antifreeze is at the proper level, because otherwise your radiator will freeze. Check with our mechanics to see if you have the proper mix of antifreeze.

Change the wiper fluid

Switch your windshield wipers fluid to a winter version that will de-ice your windshield even better than regular windshield wiper fluid.

Consider Snow Tires

If you live in a snowier area, be sure to consider switching to snow tires for better performances in more challenging weather.

Have the battery checked

Cold temperatures can have a dramatic effect on your vehicle’s battery, so be sure to check if your battery is ready for a long cold winter.

Inspect your tire

Inspecting your vehicle’s tires is important to make sure your tires won’t deflate on icy Plainfield roads. Visit our tire center to learn more.

Inspect the wipers

Examine your windshield wipers for splitting or damage. The time to change your windshield wipers is when your wipers are not clean your windows as efficiently.

Test the brakes

Make sure your vehicle’s brakes are working just fine, because it is crucial to know if your vehicle can maintain snowy or icy roads.

Prepare your vehicle for Winter with an Emergency Kit

If you find yourself stuck on winter roads, you may need to brace yourself for a winter road emergency with:

  • Blanket
  • Shovel
  • Ice scraper
  • Fire starter
  • Tire chains
  • Winter jacket
  • Warm boots
  • Gloves and hat

Learn more about vehicle maintenance products by getting service maintenance today.