If you haven’t already scheduled a Jeep® service appointment to prepare your vehicle for the winter, now’s the time. We’re in for subfreezing temperatures that can cause major damage to your battery, brakes, and tires if you don’t get ahead of the weather. Here’s what to know from the pros at Lester Glenn Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM.
The Winter Impact on Your Vehicle’s Crucial Systems
Extreme cold causes the fluids that keep your battery and brakes working to thicken or freeze. Additionally, the bitter cold can make components like your battery terminals and casing, brake rotors and pads, and tires brittle. Another threat that winter poses is the salt and ice that can scratch, crack, and corrode metal parts.
Tips to Keep Your Vehicle Healthy
This winter, drive frequently to prevent your brakes and battery from freezing and failing. You should also keep a close eye on your tires for any cracks, bulges, or low pressure. When the temperature creeps above freezing, wash your Jeep model to clean off the salt and winter grime and prevent corrosion.
Signs You Need to Schedule a Jeep® Service Appointment
If you notice any issues, you’ll want to schedule a Jeep service appointment right away before the problem compounds. Here are a few symptoms to look out for:
- The engine won’t fire up or has difficulty starting
- Electronics like your lights and touchscreen aren’t working properly
- There’s a grinding or screeching noise when you decelerate
- Your vehicle pulls to one side, or you have difficulty handling it
The battery, brakes, and tires are crucial to your safety and your vehicle’s performance. Any of these signs could mean a minor repair or a major issue. Don’t take a risk this winter—schedule a service appointment with our experts.
Schedule Your Wintertime Jeep® Service Appointment in Toms River, NJ
Winter can really wreak havoc on our vehicles. Lester Glenn Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM is here to keep your vehicle safe and healthy all season long. Schedule an appointment with our Toms River, NJ, Jeep dealership!
