Staying On Top of Your Chevy Equinox Maintenance

A well-maintained vehicle is a happy one! Staying on top of your Chevy Equinox maintenance schedule can be challenging, especially for those who may not be well-versed in the field of vehicle maintenance. Let’s take a look at some crucial maintenance that’ll keep your vehicle on the road longer than ever!

Oil and Oil Filter Changes

Your vehicle’s oil plays an incredibly important role in keeping every moving component in the engine running smoothly. Failure to regularly change your vehicle’s oil can cause friction to build up within the engine, ultimately resulting in untimely wear on engine components.

Because of this, it is recommended that you change your oil every 5,000 to 7,500 miles, and that you replace your oil filters every other oil change (so every 10,000 to 15,000 miles).

Battery Inspections

Winter is already here, so don’t let yourself get stranded with a dead car battery. Your car’s battery is what starts your whole vehicle, so don’t let it die on you when you need it the most.

Changes in weather and temperature can cause your battery to become less effective, so it is recommended that your battery be inspected every six months. It is suggested to have these battery tests done during transitional seasons such as fall and spring to prepare for the harsher seasons like summer and winter.

So now that you know, could it be time for a vehicular check-up? Don’t get caught up in the joy of new car ownership, your vehicle’s maintenance should not be taken lightly. Drive your new Chevy Equinox on down to Kearny Mesa Chevrolet’s service center today for a visit!