Summer Maintenance for your Jeep

The uneven terrain, mud, rain, and heavy winds can wreak havoc on your Jeep. This is especially true if you tend to take your Jeep off-roading a lot. We highly recommend checking and changing your wiper blades if needed and replace any old parts on your exterior and interior as it will help your Jeep run better as you hit those rocky and dirt-filled trails. Also, keep in mind that your visibility is essential during any off and on-road excursion. The Summer months are a great time to make sure your headlights are in pristine condition so they can aid you when you need them the most. More often than not, they will only need a simple cleaning, but if they need to be replaced, you should do that ASAP! Our experts are more than happy to assist you with any of this here at Columbiana Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM! 

The Summer is as good a time as any to change your oil filter and your oil as it will keep your Jeep running smoothly through the Fall and Winter months. You're also going to want to make sure your fluids, such as your wiper fluid, coolant, power steering fluid, and brake fluids, are all properly topped off. Overheating or completely running out of power steering fluid while you're out on the trail is the last thing you want to have happen this Summer. So don't leave these things off your Summer checklist! 

If your battery is dead or on its last legs, it's going to do you no good when you're crusing around on the trails. Make sure that your battery is charged properly, and think about taking an extra one with you before you hit the road this summer. Additionally, proper traction and braking power are very crucial when your driving on the rocky off-road terrain. When you have enough tread on your tires or thick enough brake pads, it can be the difference between avoiding a tree, rolling your Jeep, or getting into an accident. If you have low tire tread or your brakes are worn, head down to Columbiana Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM and replace them as soon as possible. 

Last upon the Summer maintenance checklist is the two things that are often the most overlooked. That's right; you should make sure that your belts and hoses are well taken care of. The large serpentine belt inside your Jeep helps keep all of the different parts moving, such as the alternator, power steering pump, and much more. If your belt snaps while driving, it's bound to cause a ton of damage that will completely ruin your engine, leading to a costly repair. If you feel your belts and hoses could be in trouble, be sure to make an appointment here at Columbiana Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM!

No matter what problem your Jeep is having, our experts here at Columbiana Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM will quickly diagnose the problem and fix it for you in a timely manner. Do you need your oil changed or fluids topped off? We are more than happy to do that for you! We can also rotate your tires so you can hit the trails with confidence all summer long! We can't wait to work on your Jeep, and you can make an appointment by scheduling one here on our website or by doing so in person by heading down to our dealership. Our team looks forward to seeing you here at Columbiana CDJR!