The attractive rumble and roar of your muscle car’s engine must be kept strong with diligent routine maintenance. Every aspect of your Dodge requires attentive servicing to preserve the fantastic performance that provides such unbeatable driving pleasure. Here’s an overview of optimal Dodge performance maintenance, which you can follow to keep your powerhouse of a car in tip-top condition for longer.
Keep the Engine Well Lubricated
Your car’s formidable engine requires consistently fresh motor oil of the exact type and quality stipulated in your owner’s manual. Without the lubrication motor oil provides, friction will rapidly rise, potentially causing permanent damage. As all motor oil wears down and thickens over time, you’ll need to change it routinely; once every six months is a suitable interval for most drivers, although you should consult a trusted technician on this.
Maintain the Engine’s Cooling System
Overheating is a constant danger to any engine. Dodge vehicles have extremely reliable cooling systems to combat this threat. However, the coolant requires regular checks and top-ups and must be flushed once every two years or so. It’s also wise to have your car’s radiator and entire cooling system periodically examined.
Ensure All Vehicle Fluids Stay Fresh
The transmission, brakes, power steering, windshield wipers, and differentials are all kept healthy by their respective fluids. Find out the optimal servicing schedule for each of these fluids and ensure they’re always in great condition and at a suitable level.
Keep the Brakes As Responsive as the Engine
Your muscle car’s brakes are as firm as the engine is powerful and routine servicing will keep things that way. It’s advisable to have your brakes professionally inspected twice a year. When a brake pad or rotor starts to wear out, it should be replaced immediately.
Inspect, Rotate, and Change the Tires
When it comes to vehicle safety, your tires are truly where the rubber hits the road. Check the air pressure inside each tire once or twice a month, and also look for signs of damage. On top of this, car tires should be rotated every six months to avoid uneven tire wear. And once the treads of a tire wear too thin, have new tires installed.
Ask Our Technicians for Guidance on Dodge Performance Maintenance
When it comes to car maintenance, nothing beats asking the pros. Our courteous, experienced technicians can guide you through each essential service and set up a convenient maintenance schedule that fits into your busy daily life.
Schedule a service appointment at Graff Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Rockford to have your muscle car fully serviced by qualified professionals. We’re a full-service dealership that takes good care of drivers all over the Rockford, Grand Rapids, and Cedar Springs.
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