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It's easy to hear about winterizing your vehicle, but how about for the summer months? Summer can be just as hard on your vehicle as winter, and you can enjoy those sunny days and breezy nights better when you keep up with your routine maintenance.

The number one thing drivers think of when the weather gets warmer is the air conditioning system in their Ford car, truck, or SUV. No one wants to deal with humid days and hot pavement with an AC that doesn't work. We can quickly inspect your vehicles cooling system, including cabin air filters…

You may have heard of a friend's alternator going bad but do you really know what it does? Luckily, we here at Hassett Ford-Lincoln are here to teach you all of the basics.

The main function of an alternator is to produce an electrical current. This electrical current then circulates back to the car battery so that it remains charged. Without it, the battery would die after only a few uses as opposed to lasting years at a time. Most service experts estimate an alternator will last up to 150,000 miles driven or up to 7 years from…

Most automobile drivers know that brake fluid is necessary for the smooth operation of the vehicle's braking system. However, few understand that they can utilize this component for another useful purpose as well.

When you have a leak in your braking system, the brake fluid will let you know. Feeling behind the wheel of the automobile will allow you to diagnose a leaky brake caliper that should be repaired or replaced right away.

The brake fluid will create bubbles around the seals of the master cylinder if this part is not functioning properly. The bubbles give you the opportunity…

Tires keep your car attached to the road. When it comes to safety, it's hard to find anything on a car that has a more important job. That's why it's so important to get the right tire for your climate and area. We all know that we're not going to put snow tires on a car in Las Vegas. So how do you pick the right tire?

Performing routine maintenance tasks on your vehicle will help you avoid more serious problems, which could potentially render your vehicle inoperative. Although car maintenance doesn't rank too high on most people’s "to do" list, maintaining your vehicle can help you avoid large repair costs and keep you, and your passengers, safe while on the road.

What are some of the common maintenance tasks that should be performed on your vehicle? It’s recommended that the following items be periodically inspected:
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Your summer is always more memorable when you take the wheel of your vehicle and set out for a thrilling or relaxing road trip or vacation with your favorite people. What's never ideal is running into any car trouble on the way. Routine service appointments, especially before you plan to drive longer distances in hot weather are always going to benefit you and your vehicle.

 

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