You spent a lot of hard-earned money buying yourself a spacious and powerful SUV. Now you must ensure that it lasts for a long time. This means putting in some effort towards its upkeep. So we’ve put together a short list of tips to help you keep it running smoothly for years.
Maintenance
Set up a maintenance schedule to follow. It’ll help keep your SUV healthy. A good place to start would be to check the owner’s manual for the recommended maintenance schedule. You can also contact your dealership or check the manufacturer’s website for recommended service intervals and service locations. You could also speak to a technician at the dealership to set up a schedule with reminders.
Fluids
Like you, your SUV needs fluids. So check the oil level, transmission fluid, brake fluid, coolant, and the windshield washer about once per month. If required, make sure you top them off. Checking regularly will also help you figure out if there are any leaks you need to fix.
Oil and Filter
To keep your SUV in great running condition, it is essential to change the oil and filter. You need to do this even if you keep the oil topped off regularly. When the filter gets too dirty, it stops filtering the debris in the engine. This makes the oil dirty and less effective. As a result, your engine loses performance and efficiency.
Tires
This one is really simple and very important. Check the tire pressure about once every month. Ensure that all tires are always inflated to the level mentioned in the owner’s manual or on the sticker in the driver’s side door frame. Your SUV will handle well, have enough traction, it will ride smoothly, and give better gas mileage too.
Interiors
Your SUV is a family vehicle. This means from time to time, the interiors will need to be cleaned. So make sure you vacuum the carpets, wipe down the seats, dashboard, and insides of the windows. Remember to change out the cabin air filter regularly too.
Remember, your SUV will treat you as well as you treat it. Maintain it well, and it’ll keep you and your family comfortable and safe.
