Road Trip Maintenance Tasks We Can Complete at Our European Auto Shop in Tacoma

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When the sun is shining warmly on Western Washington, you've got to take advantage of the opportunity to go do some exploring. But before you head out for an adventure around the Olympic Peninsula or out through the North Cascades, you'll want to make sure that your vehicle is ready for the journey. At Autobahn Specialists, we can complete auto maintenance for your Euro car in Tacoma that will help to ensure a safe and comfortable adventure.


Important Road Trip Auto Maintenance Measures

To keep the heat in check, there are certain maintenance measures that should be taken. For one, it's a good idea to get AC service. During this service, we'll make sure that all parts of your AC system are working strongly and will keep you reliably cool if outside temperatures spike. Also, cooling system service should be done if you're due. It's smart to have the mechanic check over all components of your car's cooling system to make sure that they can be trusted to keep your engine at a safe temperature. When the weather is hot, overheating is a greater risk, and can cause serious engine damage. Coolant should be exchanged every 30,000 miles. When driving with the proper level of unpolluted coolant, it's much less likely that your engine will overheat. There are also maintenance measures that should be done to help ensure a safe expedition. During brake service, we'll thoroughly check over your braking system to make sure it isn't hiding any safety issues. And we'll lubricate braking system parts and replace brake pads as necessary. Another important safety precaution is to get your battery checked so that you'll know if your battery is near the end of its lifespan or otherwise likely to die. If your battery suddenly dies while you're in a wilderness area, then you could find yourself in a very challenging situation. Also, you'll want to make sure your tires are inflated to their specified psi. When tires are insufficiently inflated, they're more likely to blow out, which could lead to a major accident.