Regardless of the season, keeping your fluid levels at their proper level is important in order to make sure your vehicle functions properly. Not many can name all of the fluid levels in our vehicles and what level they should be at. With that being said, I thought it would be a good idea to help inform you this week on what you need to get an eye on and where they should be. Topping off your fluid levels is a simple enough task to do at home, but if you feel safer having a professional do it for you we would be more than happy to do so for you. Just schedule a service appointment or stop in whenever is easiest for you!

Vehicle Fluids:

• Oil
  1. Your oil cools your engine, lubricates moving parts, and keeps the moving parts clean.
  2. You should change it regularly based on dealer recommendation and check it monthly!
• Coolant
  1. Coolant regulates your vehicle’s temperature.
  2. It is located in a reservoir near the radiator.
  3. If the level is low (level is indicated on the reservoir) take the vehicle to the shop to get your coolant topped up.
• Power Steering Fluid
  1. This helps you steer the vehicle.
  2. It’s located in a reservoir at the base of your windshield.
  3. Do the same as above, if the level is low take your vehicle to the shop to get the fluid topped up.
• Brake Fluid
  1. Brake fluid helps braking mechanisms work properly.
  2. If the level is chronically low, your brakes could be wearing out.
• Windshield Washer Fluid
  1. As you probably know, this helps clean your windshield of dust, debris, bug guts, etc.
  2. If you run out, get more at your local gas station and just refill the clearly labeled tank.