Winter weather here in Colorado can be hard on your Chevy car, truck or SUV. In January, for example, the low temperature here in Colorado Springs can get down to about 20 degrees and with the snow, rain and ice that appears on the roadways, driving can be hazardous. That's why it's important to bring your Chevy or whatever you drive to our service center to get a winter checkup. Here are some of the winterization services we offer at Daniels Long Chevrolet in Colorado Springs, CO.
Winter Checkpoint #1: Let us give you an oil change
Any vehicle can be vulnerable to airborne invasion by unwanted microscopic marauders like dirt, grime and dust. The motor oil in your crankcase circulates throughout your engine and sweeps away all that dirt and grime, helping to protect your engine components. But with the passage of time, the oil itself can become dirty and start to lose its effectiveness. With a regular, factory-recommended oil change, we can flush the old oil out of your Chevy, replacing it with fresh new lubrication so your vehicle can perform more reliably in the winter.
Winter Checkpoint #2: Let us take care of your tires
The tires on your Chevrolet are the only points of contact between your family and the road. That’s why it’s so important to have us inspect the tread depth on your tires to make sure you have enough good rubber to drive safely on Castle Rock winter roads. If our examination tells us that you have anything less than 4/32nds of an inch of tread depth, we will recommend that you get a new set of tires. We have a great selection of tires in stock from great brands like Michelin®, General, Hankook, Continental and Pirelli® and we can install them for you.
Winter Checkpoint #3: Let us check your alignment
Whether or not you decide to get new tires, it’s essential that you have us check your alignment to make sure your wheels are properly aligned. Winter can be hard on our Coloardo roads, sometimes creating big potholes. If you hit one hard enough as you’re driving around Fountain, that can be enough to knock your wheels out of alignment. We can give you an expert alignment and put your Chevy back on track for winter. We also recommend that you get a regular tire rotation with every oil change to help your tires last longer in winter.
Winter Checkup #4: Let us care of your brakes
Your brakes are always a critical safety component but they’re even more vital to your safety in winter months, especially when you're driving over Colorado roadways that are covered with ice or snow. If your brake pads are beginning to wear out, you might hear a high-pitched squeal every time you step on the brake pedal. We can check your brakes and install new pads and rotors if you need them to help keep your family safe this winter.
Winter Checkpoint #5: Let us take a look at your battery
The battery in your Chevy Silverado 1500 or Chevy Equinox has to face some unusually harsh conditions in winter months around Falcon, CO. Frigid temperatures make it much harder for your battery to give your Chevy the power it needs, especially on cold winter mornings. Ask us to run a load test to see if your battery has enough power to start your car reliably. If not, we have a variety of first-rate batteries from trusted brands and we’ll be glad to install one for you.
Schedule a winter preparation appointment with us today
We encourage you to schedule a service appointment in our on-site service center to get a comprehensive checkup and winterization. We’re ready to help your Chevy get ready for winter so it’s prepared for icy, slippery road conditions. We look forward to taking good care of your Chevy at Daniels Long Chevrolet in Colorado Springs, CO.