Summer Maintenance Tips

Why Should I Get Summer Maintenance For My Vehicle?

Summer maintenance is an automotive ownership best practice that ensures peak vehicle performance in hotter driving conditions with different risks.

Hot temperatures and fluctuating temperatures across seasons cause several essential components to experience rapid depreciation. Several essential components experience significant wear and tear in harsh winter conditions, yet vehicle owners want these components at their best as summer arrives with hotter weather and rain possible. Summer maintenance includes inspections and as-needed services to ensure essential components are not at risk of impacting safety, reliability, or driving comfort.

Mopar® Recommended Summer Maintenance Services

• A/C System Inspection: The air conditioning (AC) system creates a pleasant cabin temperature and a more comfortable ride by removing heat and humidity from the air, resulting in a frigid breeze exiting the vents and cooling the cabin. Ensure you’re A/C system is at peak performance with a summer readiness inspection.
• Battery Testing: Battery manufacturers know hot temperatures are the #1 risk to reliable, long-lasting battery performance. Studies show that batteries in hot climates like Texas have a shorter life than those operating in mild climates. Ensure battery reliability and vehicle mobility with a battery test that verifies voltage at specifications.
• Tire Inspection: Check tires for damage, wear patterns/rates, measure tread depth, and adjust inflation pressures.
• Engine Cooling System Inspection: Engines operating in hotter temperatures rely on the cooling system to prevent overheating. Summer maintenance should include an engine cooling system inspection.
• Engine Air Filters: Protect the engine this summer with an engine air filter inspection and replacement if clogged.