Preparing Your Vehicle For Winter
Preparing Your Vehicle For Winter in St. Joseph, MO
Winter is hard on your car, so it is a good idea to have various systems inspected to make sure they are in good working order. At Rolling Hills Toyota in St. Joseph, MO, our certified technicians will give your car a thorough inspection to make sure it is in good shape as winter approaches. We are a short drive from Savannah, Dearborn, and Cameron. Bring your car to us to help avoid winter-time breakdowns. A well-maintained car is much less likely to have problems on the road.
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Outside
- Tire Inspection. We check the depth of tread and the tire itself for wear and sturdiness. We also check balancing, and can check alignment if needed.
- Wiper Blade Inspection. Wiper blades take a lot of abuse over the winter, scraping over ice. They should be changed each year as winter approaches.
- Windshield Crack & Chip Inspection. Cracks in windows only get bigger, and its worse when its cold. It is not a good idea to put off fixing cracks.
Mechanical
- Battery Test & Inspection. We inspect the connections to make sure they are not corroded or worn. We also test your battery to make sure it is charging properly.
- Brake Inspection. We check your brake pads and replace them if needed. We also check all the parts involved to make sure you car will stop when you need it to.
- HVAC Inspection. - heater, defrost, seat warmers, steering wheel warmers. You need to stay warm, so we inspect all heating systems to make sure they are working correctly, and replace any worn out parts.
Safety
- Check/Replace Engine Coolant & Antifreeze. It is a good idea to check this yearly. We replace your antifreeze so you will have fresh fluid to keep your engine from freezing during the winter.
- Change Washer Fluid to Winter Blend. Washer fluid with the winter blend will help melt ice, and help you keep snow off your windows as you drive.
- Roadside Safety Kit. A roadside safety kit should include a flashlight, safety flares, blankets, batteries, and other items to keep you safe if you become stranded on the road.
Get Your Car Winterized With Us
Give us a call today to set up an appointment to get your car winterized at Rolling Hills Toyota in St. Jospeh, MO., also serving Savannah, Dearborn, and Cameron. We are part of a community involved dealership group that cares about you and your vehicle. You may wait in our comfortable waiting area while we service your car. There you will find free wireless internet access and enjoy Premium Coffee, Hot Chocolate, Tea, and Snacks.
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Why Service at Rolling Hills Toyota?
- Customer Lounge
- Flat Screen TVs
- Refreshments & Snacks
- WiFi
- Magazines & Newspapers
- Fresh Baked Cookies
- Keurig Drinks
- Early Bird Drop Off
- After Hours Drop/Pick Up
