Keeping Your Car Safe All Winter Long

When it comes to the winter months, your car may need a little something extra to ensure that it runs wells and stays safe. A few simple maintenance checks and upgrades can make all the difference. That’s why Schaumburg Toyota is here with a great list of services to look into as the weather gets colder.

Keeping your car safe this winter means ensuring good visibility, traction, and power output. That means you’ll want to have your wipers and wiper fluid checked to make sure the system is capable of withstanding snow and ice. When you expect snow, raise your wipers, so they don’t freeze to the windshield and make sure the headlights on your new Toyota car provide strong light to ensure visibility.

Cold temperatures reduce your battery’s output, so check to make sure it’s fully charged and bring it into your service station if it’s not. In extreme temperatures, hoses, tubes, and belts become more susceptible to damage and breakage, so check your radiator and surrounding parts for cracking or signs of wear and use a 50/50 water to antifreeze mixture to keep your coolant from freezing. You can keep your car’s paint safe by applying a coat of wax before snow storms or long winter drives and it’s a good idea to refresh your car’s emergency kit in the winter with blankets, flashlights, and shovels.

For a wide inventory of new and pre-owned Toyota cars, trucks and SUVs and winterizing service that will keep your car running smoothly and safely for years to come, trust Schaumburg Toyota, the Toyota dealer near you. Our expert service team will ensure you get the information and care you need to make this winter a safe and comfortable one. Don’t wait—visit us at 875 W Golf Road in Schaumburg today.