1. Maintaining the correct tire pressure is very crucial. The right tire pressure helps with maintaining good health of your car that in turn helps save on fuel. Plus, your tires will last two to three years more. Keep a pressure gauge handy to measure your tire pressure especially if there is a change in temperature of more than ten degrees.
2. Coolant helps to keep your car’s engine cool in the summer and warm in the winter. Check and change your coolant at the right time to avoid overheating or freezing of the engine. Plus, it will save you a couple hundred dollars to drain the entire system of coolant every few years before replacing it with new fluid. To find out the exact timing of coolant changes for your car, consult your car’s owner manual.
3. Never demonstrate or mention to a mechanic that you are completely ignorant about your car, as some mechanics will take full advantage of that – and not a way beneficial to you.
4. If a minor repair is needed for your vehicle, visit when you have enough time on hand. Asking your mechanic to hurry, may result in mistakes that you will eventually have to pay for.
5. If your mechanic says certain parts need to be replaced, don’t hesitate to ask them to show them to you once removed.
6. If your mechanic fixes something or replaces a part without your authorization, consider it a free service and do not pay extra.
7. If you are going out of town and your car is with the mechanic, don’t ask him to hold your car for you, otherwise it could very well be used as a loaner.
8. Don’t ask your mechanic if your vehicle needs new tires. Tires have built-in indicators to help you keep track. They are embedded in the tread and show when the tires need to be changed.
9. Keep your receipts as proof of maintenance and repairs. Plus, producing all receipts can also help you better sell your car.
10. Maintain a maintenance log and write down your mileage, date, and repair so that you don’t end up changing your oil 1500 miles before you have to.
Following these simple tips can help you stay on top of your car repair needs and save your pocket from unexpected and costly expenses. However, if ever in doubt, feel free to contact the trusted service experts at Merritt Island Jaguar, serving Orlando, Florida, for any questions or concerns that may arise. Schedule your service appointment or order genuine parts online all from the comfort of your computer! Or feel free to peruse their new Jaguar car selection before going to the dealership for a test drive!
