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Why it’s Important to Get Winter Auto Maintenance Service Before the First Snowfall

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As winter is approaching, it becomes crucial to ensure your car is well-prepared to handle the challenges of cold winter driving. Getting a winter auto maintenance service, such as a car battery inspection, installing winter tires, and getting an engine and brake inspection before the first snowfall, can significantly improve your driving experience while helping you avoid last-minute hassles. Below, the experts at S&B Keswick have highlighted why you should get winter maintenance services, along with some top services to consider for your car to ensure a safe and reliable winter driving experience.

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Why Is Getting an Early Winter Maintenance Service Important? 

  • Helps avoid peak reason rush: By getting a maintenance service right ahead of the season, you can avoid the rush when every driver is trying to get their cars tuned up. This early action can bring a sense of relief, knowing that your car is prepared for the upcoming challenges and a peace of mind that you’re ahead of the game.
  • Helps avoid serious vehicle issues: An early auto maintenance service can help you identify different auto issues ahead of time, allowing you enough time to fix the problem and get your vehicle back running smoothly. 
  • Helps save money: When you get a seasonal service ahead of time, you tend to pay less than most drivers pay during peak season.

Maintenance Services To Get Before the Start of the Winter Season

Of many auto services, you should at least get the following auto services for your vehicle to enjoy a reliable and safe winter driving experience:

  • Battery inspection 
  • Install winter tires
  • Tire inspection 
  • Engine inspection and repair
  • Brake inspection and alignment 
  • Refill antifreeze, coolant etc.
  • Oil change
  • Change wiper blades/ refill wiper fluid
  • Get your car’s lights — both external and internal — checked/changed
  • Replace cabin air filters 

Book a Winter Maintenance Appointment at S&B Keswick Motors

Need help preparing your vehicle for the upcoming winter? Book a service appointment at S&B Keswick Motors, where our experienced technicians use industry standards to prepare your car for the challenging Canadian cold weather. To schedule an appointment, visit our dealership at 475 The Queensway South, Keswick, Ontario or call us at 844-510-1513 today!