Much like your home needs specific repairs periodically, your vehicle needs to be inspected and repaired on a routine basis as well. One of the worst things you can do for your car is to neglect vital service procedures because not only will it not operate at it's fullest potential, but you could be harming it for future use. Here at Bledsoe's we can take a look at your vehicle, and complete the necessary jobs, because we're the best auto service company at the Lake of the Ozarks. Here is a list of tasks that need to be performed on your vehicle, and the time at which it needs to happen.
Check Every Month
To help make it easier to remember, pick a date that you'll remember, or a specific time of the month (like the third Saturday), and program your phone with the reminder. This will help you not only develop a routine, but also keep from forgetting it. These are the tasks you'll want to accomplish every month - even if you aren't replacing anything, just inspecting it and knowing what it's supposed to look like will go a long way in keeping your vehicle in good condition.
Oil Level
If the oil is low, add more, and inspect for leaks.
Hoses
If your hoses are bulging, rotten or brittle they need to be replaced.
Belts
Are they worn, frayed or glazed? This is a sign that they need to be replaced.
Tire Pressure
Use a tire guage to see what level your tires are at, and then refer to your owner's manual to see where they should be. Some tires have different levels based on the weather.
Coolant or Antifreeze
Add the appropriate type depending on the weather, and check for leaks.
Air FilterIf this is dirty, it will need to be replaced.
Inspect TiresLook for damage, bulges or uneven wear.
Check Every Three Months
You can set a reminder on your phone to make these checks every three months, and then stick to it. If you picked the third weekend for your monthly checks, stick to this date and make plans to spend an extra couple minutes of your weekend inspecting your car. If you find problems in advance, you'll appreciate that they didn't get bad before having to replace them - or worse.
Oil and Oil Filter
The oil and oil filter need to be replaced about every 3,000 miles. You can refer to your owners manual to verify. Bring your vehicle out to Bledsoe's Towing for your routine oil changes at the Lake of the Ozarks.
Windshield Washer Fluid
If it's low, add more. Also be sure to change it out depending on the season.
Power Steering Fluid
If this is low, you'll certainly want to add more - you'll notice if it's gone completely!
Transmission Fluid
If it's low, you'll want more to be added.
Battery Terminals & Cables
Are they corroded? This is a great time to clean them off and have them looking like new.
Lights
Checking yoru lights and signals on a routine basis will help keep you from having burnt out bulbs. Always remember to replace them in pairs.
Check Every Six Months
Finally, every six months you'll want to perform a few extra tests and checks to make sure a few neglected areas don't go unattended.
Wiper Blades
If these are brittle, worn, or smeary, you'll want to have new ones put on. While you're inspecting these, you can also take a rag and wipe them off. If there is any form of debris on your blades it can scratch your windshield.
Horn
If you haven't tried your horn out in a while, test it and make sure it's still working. You'd hate to not have that next time someone cuts you off!
Brakes
Have your brakes inspected, and make sure there is not unsual wear and tear on them. Of course, if your brakes aren't working at all, bring it out to Bledsoe's!
Spare Tire
If your spare tire isn't fully inflated, it's not going to do you much good when you're stranded. Check the air level and fill it if needed. If you do find yourself stranded, don't forget to call the best towing company at the Lake of the Ozarks - we would love to come rescue you.
Exhaust System
Your exhaust system needs to be inspected ever six months for rust, damage, or loose parts. While you may not know what you're looking for on your own, you can bring it out to us and we'll take a look.
Shocks
Oil seepage or wear are two of the things you'll want to have looked at every so often. This can save you some trouble in the long run.
Are you looking for a trustworthy company to take a look at your vehicle and check all of the necessary details? Here at Bledsoe's, we've been working on vehicles since 1964, and we would be honored to take a look at your car. Give us a call, or bring it and out let us work our magic on it.
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322 South Business Route 5
Camdenton, Missouri 65020
322 South Business Route 5
Camdenton, Missouri 65020
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