Fall Maintenance for your Ram Truck Abilene TX
Drivers in Abilene, Texas along with those in Taylor and Jones counties know the best way to keep their Ram truck running like the day they drove it off the lot is by keeping up with its regular maintenance schedule. Daily driving leads to normal wear and tear on your Ram truck which is why it is incredibly important to stick to your regular maintenance schedule. We want your Ram 1500 to run in pristine condition which is why we’ve compiled a list of important maintenance you should get done this fall to keep your Ram 1500.
Oil Change
Your Ram 1500 runs just as much on gas (or diesel) as it does on motor oil, which is why you should make sure you have fresh, clean oil running through your engine. New oil helps your Ram truck run smoother by lubricating the different parts in your engine so they don’t rub up against each other.
Air and Engine Filters
We also recommend changing out your air and engine filters which become clogged over time. Clogged filters prevent your Ram truck from running in the best possible condition due to the lack of airflow.
Tire Pressure
It’s important to always keep an eye on your tire pressure. Your Ram 1500 runs on its tires all-day-everyday, through mud, rain, and everything in-between which is why it’s important to make sure they are filled to the proper levels. It’s extra important to check your tire pressure as the weather cools down heading into fall and eventually winter due to the fact that colder temperatures can cause a loss in tire pressure.
Tire Rotation, Balance, and Alignment
Now that you know your tires are at the correct tire pressure levels it’s time to think about getting with rotated, balanced, and aligned. Having the tires on your Ram 1500 ratated and balanced will help them wear more evenly and last longer. Your alignment ensures your Ram 1500 always drives in a straight line, when you want it to that is.
Top Off Fluids
While you want to stay on top of changing your engine oil regularly you also want to stay on top of all your other fluids. Your Ram 1500 needs the proper levels of brake and transmission fluids along with plenty of coolant to run properly. All of these fluids can easily be checked and topped off when you are having your oil changed. Another important fluid to top off is your windshield wiper fluid. The only thing worse than a dirty windshield is not having enough wiper fluid to clean it off.
Windshield Wipers
While we’re on the subject of windshields we should talk about windshield wipers. Are they leaving streaks on your windshield? If so then you need to replace your wipers with new ones so you can see without any marks on your windshield obstructing your vision.
We here at Star Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram of Abilene are happy to help you keep your Ram 1500 running like new by performing all of the regular maintenance your truck needs heading in fall. Setting up an appointment with our service department is easy too, simply click here to schedule an appointment.