As summer winds down and families get back from vacation, it’s time to get ready for the cooler weather. Fall brings changes that can affect your car’s performance, so make sure your vehicle is ready for the season. Even though this year we had unseasonably sunny autumn, we all know that the winter rains are coming. At Diablo Auto Specialists in Walnut Creek we offer comprehensive auto maintenance services, and we highly recommend fall check-up for your vehicle.
In addition to engine oil and coolant check, we also perform tire pressure check and adjustment (if adjustment is necessary), and can check the tires for tread wear, uneven tread wear, or age-related tire damage. Tire tread check is particularly important as driving with bald tires on wet roads can lead to loss of vehicle control.
It is also important to check car’s light and signals, as it gets dark sooner, so we spend more time driving with the lights on. We also check wiper blades and top off washer fluid; and then there is the battery - colder weather can negatively impact old battery, and can even kill a marginal battery – something you did not have to worry about during the warm summer months.
Heating system inspection is a good idea as well – you can do the basic check at home – either it blows warm air or it does not. It is also a good idea to have the brake system checked – wet roads can put additional demands on the braking system, so brake system check, including brake pads check and brake fluid check are highly recommended.
At Diablo Auto Specialists in Walnut Creek we offer superior car care - whether you need seasonal or year-round maintenance, we’re here to provide quality service. All work performed by our nationally ASE-certified technicians is covered by our 36-month / 36,000-mile nationwide warranty – reliable transportation for you, and your peace of mind are our goals.
So don’t wait for the winter storms – get your Fall check-up today. Call our Walnut Creek car care facility and our friendly service advisors will answer your questions and make an appointment that fits your schedule. We also offer online appointments on our website, if you find web appointments more convenient.