Summer is in full swing, and whether you're gearing up for a long road trip or planning activities locally, now is a great time to address a few vehicle services items so that you can ready your ride for the season. Here are a few quick maintenance tips to help you get the most out of your summertime adventures.
- Change the Oil: It's one of the most common vehicle maintenance items. It's also the most vital to ensuring your Hyundai's optimal performance, efficiency, and reliability for Hyundai. Hotter temps are harder on the engine oil, causing faster degradation and deposit build-up and hindering its effectiveness. So give your Elantra, Santa Fe, or Palisade's engine a fresh start with fresh oil and a new filter.
- Change Air Filters: Dust and pollen can block the cabin's air filter, leading to issues like impaired cooling, unpleasant odors, and an overworked blower motor. If you haven't had it changed in a while, now is a good time, especially if you'll be driving on dirt roads or trails.
- Change Wiper Blades: Heat can cause wiper blades to stiffen and crack, limiting their effectiveness. Good wipers are an often-overlooked safety attribute, especially in driving rain. Give them a quick visual inspection and swap them out if they look worn out or you notice inadequate water clearance.
- Test the Battery: As with its oil, your car's battery can be significantly affected by higher temperatures. Heat can potentially cause evaporation of a battery's vital liquids, weakening its charge. Fortunately, quality batteries are pretty durable, lasting up to five years or more. However, after the three-year mark, it's recommended to have it tested once or twice annually.
- Check your A/C: When temps soar outside, your car's cabin can feel like an oven, so adequate air conditioning is essential to enjoying your summertime drives. A properly functioning A/C system needs to measure at least 45 degrees at the vent outlets to have an effect on a 90-degree day—ideally lower. If you notice your Hyundai isn't cooling as well or as quickly as you're used to, bring it in for service by one of our certified technicians.
Schedule Hyundai Service in Conshohocken
If you have any questions about getting your vehicle ready for the season or the recommended maintenance schedule for your particular Hyundai model, feel free to reach out to Conicelli Hyundai at your convenience. Be sure to check out our page of current Hyundai service and parts specials. And if it's time for an appointment, scheduling Hyundai service is quick and convenient via our website. It will be our pleasure to assist you.
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