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Winter driving is very different than summer driving, which is why it’s important to ensure your vehicle is prepared for the season. Parts 1 & 2 noted that proper tire pressure, storing winter materials, checking your battery, getting an oil change, brake services, and getting a tire rotation are all important ways to prepare your car for winter. Here are 3 more ways you can ensure your vehicle is prepped for winter:

Check Your Fluids

Your car’s fluids are a crucial part of a fully operational vehicle. If any of your fluids are low, it could impact one or more components in your vehicle. Getting regular oil changes and bringing your vehicle into a local auto shop before winter for preventative maintenance helps to ensure your vehicle is safe to operate, which is especially important during the winter months. Preventative maintenance at Tire Pros & Wheel Experts involves several important services that are important for any vehicle. One major service we provide is inspecting and replacing (or flushing) all of your car’s fluids. This includes your oil, brake fluid, power steering fluid, windshield washer fluid, transmission fluid, antifreeze, and coolant. Each of these fluids serves an important purpose for your vehicle, so contact us today for preventative auto maintenance before winter.

Ensure Your Wiper Blades Are Working Well

After so long, your windshield wiper blades will naturally start to wear out. Excessive use over a long period will cause the blades to not wipe your windshield clean, which can lead to hazardous driving. Any season can bring about inclement weather where your wiper blades must be working well. In Wisconsin, winter can bring about huge amounts of snow and ice that impact your vehicle. This can quickly obstruct your vision as the driver and lead to incredibly dangerous driving conditions. If your wiper blades aren’t clearing off your windshield and promoting proper visibility, it’s important to replace your blades as soon as possible. Getting a new set of wiper blades is affordable and important for safe winter driving.

Check Your Tire Tread

Many vehicle owners see the benefit of investing in winter tires that have tread specifically designed for winter driving. However, if you don’t decide to invest in winter tires, your tires must have an adequate amount of tread. Your tire tread is important for giving you control of your vehicle while driving. If your tires don’t have enough tread (or if they’re completely bald), you are more at risk of losing control, especially during the winter months with significant snow and ice. One simple yet effective way to check your tire tread is to do the penny test. Place a penny into your tire’s tread groove with Lincoln’s head upside down/facing the ground. If you can see all of Lincoln’s head above your tire tread, you know it’s time to get a tire replacement.

Ensure you check your vehicle’s fluids, wiper blades, and tire tread before winter hits. Tire Pros & Wheel Experts can help you prepare your vehicle for winter with comprehensive preventative car maintenance which will help ensure your vehicle is safe to drive this winter. Contact us today to schedule an appointment with an auto mechanic near River Falls. Watch for Part 4 for a few more important ways to prep your vehicle for the winter months.

 

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