Your used Subaru vehicle can last on the road for many miles to come if you treat it right and take the right measures. However, if you don’t know what you’re doing, your vehicle may wind up in an early grave. If you want to avoid that, follow these steps to help ensure your used vehicle will remain a part of your family.
Used Car Service Tips
The first thing you need to do is pay attention to your vehicle’s warning lights. Your oil light and check engine light can signify that there is a significant problem with your vehicle that needs to be addressed immediately.
The next thing you need to do is look at the oil change sticker in the top left of your windshield. This will let you know when you need to take your vehicle in for an oil change. For a lot of drivers, oil changes can feel overpriced and annoying to get done. However, spending about $80 on an oil change is far better than spending $3,000 on a new engine for your vehicle. If you skip an oil change, a new engine is likely in your future.
Smells and Sounds
Even if your vehicle’s warning lights aren’t flashing, that doesn’t mean your vehicle doesn’t have issues. Pay attention to sounds such as squealing, screeching, and knocking as these can be a sign of a serious problem under the hood or with your brakes.
Even smells can be a sign of trouble. If you smell something similar to burning or rotten eggs, there may be a serious problem under the hood. When this happens, make sure you bring your vehicle in for Subaru service immediately. Our team at Heritage Subaru Catonsville will make sure everything is good before you get back on the road.
