Shopping pre-owned for an automobile is a smart way to go. When doing so, you can save money on a car. You can also get more bang for your buck. However, before buying pre-owned, you should know how to service a used car. For tips on servicing your pre-owned Toyota, keep reading.
Regular oil checks and changes are key. All vehicles need oil changes on a routine basis. Check the owner’s manual of your pre-owned Toyota for the recommended amount of mileage between oil changes. If your used Toyota doesn’t have any owner’s manual, you can check online or ask a mechanic. Many mechanics can even provide you with an oil change reminder.
Second, check the belts and hoses of your pre-owned Toyota vehicle. Belts and hoses are intricate parts of the engine system. Like any other part, the belts and hoses will experience wear and tear over the years. Keeping an eye on these parts is important because, if these parts break, your engine will not be able to operate safely. When you receive your routine oil change, ask the mechanic to check your belts and hoses. If they are wearing down, consider replacing them.
Whenever you receive an oil change, you should also rotate your tires. Rotating your tires extends their lifespan. Over time, the tread of tires wears down. Tread is what allows your tires to grip the road. Worn tread increases your risk of losing control of your vehicle when driving over slick surfaces. Worn tires are also prone to going flat. To avoid these dangerous situations, rotate your tires often and replace the tires when their tread gets low.
Some cars can go as far as 50,000 miles without any maintenance to the transmission. When you purchase a pre-owned Toyota, make sure the transmission is working well. If not, you should have maintenance and repairs done. Without the transmission, your vehicle will not be able to operate safely. A worn transmission can cause parts to grind against metal, which causes these parts to wear down and break. Not caring for your transmission can result in many other problems, which are expensive and unsafe.
Whether you want to shop for a pre-owned Toyota or you want to service your pre-owned Toyota, you can visit Marianna Toyota. Call us at 850-526-3511 to learn more about what we have on our lot or to schedule service. We hope to work with you soon!