Prepare Your Vehicle for Winter in Elmhurst, IL
We at Al Piemonte Buick GMC recommend that you take preventative measures to prepare your GMC or Buick vehicle for the winter season using this guide that we’ve curated for you. This is even true if you’re reading this in the throes of summer, as that gives you ample time to gear up your car before the cold season approaches!
Battery
We’d like to address one of the most crucial aspects of winter preparedness— your vehicle’s battery and its overall health. Once you see the thermostat drop several degrees and you begin to wear warmer clothes during your errand running in Elmhurst, the battery within your Acadia or Enclave model begins to endure heavy stress. If it’s older, damaged, or can’t sustain a healthy voltage, you may one day find that it won’t be able to successfully start your car. Take action before this happens by giving us a ring and scheduling an appointment for a battery test and inspection, where our technicians will determine its electrical output and assess its physical shape. If it doesn’t pass either evaluation, don’t worry, as we can swap it out for a factory-fresh one!
Tires
Another large part of winterizing your vehicle is to evaluate its tires, as they are what make contact with slick road surfaces and comes face-to-face with the occasional snowfall on the Tri-State Tollway. Not only that, but the temperature drop leads to decreasing tire pressure, which explains the influx of Illinois residents inflating their tires with air on a more frequent basis during the colder season. Luckily, a set of winter tires will alleviate your need for extra road grip and spearheading snow and ice. The well-versed staff at our Service Center will happily install them for you, which is useful if you want an expert pair of hands to come to your aid. If you’d rather forgo purchasing a new set, we recommend routinely rotating the tires and checking their tread wear so that they perform their absolute best.
Oil
Frigid climates can also adversely affect the oil within your Terrain model. This is due to the fact that it tends to become more viscous, which is why you’ll often find that the car strains itself a bit more when you start it on a particularly chilly morning. For this reason, it’s advised that you drop by our location for regular oil changes. This routine task is paramount for unburdened winter travels, as a fresh batch is able to flow more easily throughout your engine’s components rather than degraded oil. It also provides several other benefits that are outside of winter care, ranging from maximized performance and optimal fuel economy. If you’re in need of one, we’ll be happy to help!
