There are a lot of small maintenance procedures that can be done to a car to keep it on the road longer. Keeping up on the little things can ward off large engine overhauls and car replacement. Proctor Auto Group has put together a guide full of tips and tricks to help Tallahassee used car owners stay on track with their vehicle and its required service. 

 The first place you should start is the most basic piece of car maintenance that there is: the oil change. Changing your oil and oil filter within the factory recommended timeframe is essential. If you do nothing else to promote the longevity of your vehicle it should be this. Every automotive shop can do and oil change for a low price.

 Oil isn’t the only fluid that needs to be changed sometimes. You car keeps cool with a fluid called coolant. The systems in your car that use coolant can get clogged, corroded and gunked up over time. A coolant flush will clean out the system and keep your car running at its coolest, a total must when dealing with used cars in Tallahassee. A coolant flush is another inexpensive act of maintenance that most automotive shops should be able to do on the spot in a short amount of time.

 Aside from being cool and lubricated, your vehicle also needs to breathe. That is why you should change the air filters. If you can’t remember the last time you changed the air filter on your car (or if you don’t know what the air filter is) you should probably have it checked out. If they are clogged up your car cannot breathe. This can damage the engine.

Tallahassee Used Car Owner Can Do Their Own Maintenance

There are some things that will keep your car chugging along that anyone can do without going to the automotive shop. The first of these is filling your tires to the proper PSI. You can find the proper PSI listed on the tire itself. Most gas stations have free or inexpensive air pumps you can use to fill your tires. Keeping the right PSI in your tires is good for the car and fuel economy. It can also keep you Tallahassee used car drivers safer.

Finally, good driving habits will keep your car around longer. Short stops and quick take offs can damage your tires, engine and brakes as well as other parts of your car. Driving like a mad person is also unsafe. So, for the sake of your car and your life, drive safely!
Proctor Auto Group is here to help. If you need service on your car or have questions about maintenance head to Proctor at 2373 West Tennessee Street in Tallahassee, Florida or call 850-391-1312. Proctor can also be found online at http://www.proctorcars.com/.

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