Here Are Some Tips From Our Auto Mechanic in Erie, PA
Keep In Mind That Maintenance Should Always be Performed by Qualified Technicians
Always check your owner's manual for specific recommendations for your vehicle.
- Change the engine oil and filter regularly - every 3,000 to 4,000 miles or 5,000 to 8,000 kilometers.
- Have the engine tuned up regularly. A fouled spark plug can reduce fuel efficiency by as much as 30 percent. Follow the service schedules listed in your vehicle owner's manual.
- Have the fuel filter changed every 10,000 miles or 15,000 kilometers to prevent rust, dirt and other impurities from entering the fuel systems.
- Change the crankcase vent filter (if your car has one) every 24,000 miles or 40,000 kilometers. This filter cleans the air that is exposed to the crankcase and the working components of the engine.
- Change the transmission fluid and filter every 15,000 to 18,000 miles or 25,000 to 30,000 kilometers. This will protect the precision-crafted components of the transmission/transaxle. The filter removes dirt and other foreign material from the transmission/transaxle fluid.
- Check the manual transmission fluid level as specified in your owner's manual.
- Check the differential (rear-end) fluid level.
- Lubricate the chassis frequently to extend the life of the moving components of the suspension systems.
- Check the suspension system regularly. This will extend the life of the vehicle's tires.
- Change the vapor canister every 24,000 miles or 40,000 kilometers. The vapor canister collects gas fumes from the gas tank to prevent their escape into the atmosphere. These fumes are then burned by the engine.