Mercedes-Benz Of Wappingers Falls Essential End-Of-Summer Maintenance | Wappingers Falls, NY

Hold up, did someone just say it’s already September? That means we’re in the last quarter of the year already! Before we know it, the snow will be falling, which means right now is the perfect time to kick start your fall/winter maintenance. But where should you start? Well, as always, we have the answers you’re looking for! Below, we have three simple, but essential end-of-summer maintenance for you! So whether you’re into DIY or need assistance, we’ve got you covered! Be sure to schedule a service appointment with us, and skip the fall service rush today at Mercedes-Benz of Wappingers Falls!

End Of Summer Service Essentials

Inspection:

• The place to start is with an inspection. This is the best way to narrow down the service/ maintenance your vehicle needs most. 
• This will include important checks like battery check, fluids, belts, hoses, lights, and more 
• These are important to catch now because as temperatures fall, components can worsen 

Tire Tread

• Your tire tread is extremely important, especially during the upcoming winter months. If your tire tread is low or bald, you have no grip on slick and icy roads
• The proper tread depth should be at least 2/32”
• If you need a simple way to check your tire depth, utilize the penny test
• Penny Test How To: With Lincoln’s head facing downwards, place the penny into several grooves of a tire. If you can see the top of his head, your tread depth is worn too low and it’s time to replace your tires
• If you’re in heavy snow areas, you should invest in snow tires – which have proven to provide better traction than all-season tires.
• Keep an eye out for more than just tread depth. Look for intense light exposure, puncture holes, or anything thing else

Windshield Wiper Maintenance:

• Often overlooked, but the real MVP of winter driving, windshield wipers are extremely important all year round, especially during the winter months
• When snow, sleet, hail, etc. are falling at you, you need a good pair of wipers to keep your visibility clear 
• Examine your blades for breaks, tears, streaking, etc. 
• If you’ve had your wipers for more than 6 months, it’s a good idea to replace them 
• If you get a lot of snow, looking into purchase wipers specifically for snow/winter weather