Summer Car Maintenance Checklist

Jul 7, 2019

Your vehicle may have survived the icy winter, but is it ready to withstand this sizzling summer? Whether you’re driving a new 2019 Kia Soul or an older model, extreme temperatures can negatively impact your driving experience. Classic Kia in Waukegan not only has a great selection of new and pre-owned Kia cars prepped to handle the summer heat, but we also have a team of skilled service technicians ready to get your car running smoothly in even the hottest temperatures. To help get your car summer-ready, we put together a checklist of services to give your vehicle when temperatures reach triple digits.

Coolant Check

No matter what time of year, your vehicle’s radiator always needs plenty of coolant, but it’s especially vital during the summer months. Coolant helps prevent your engine from overheating, acts as a safeguard against corrosion, and lubricates your engine’s water pump. If you notice the coolant level in your engine is getting low, you can get it topped off right away at our Kia dealership near Kenosha.

Battery Test

Extreme summer temperatures can easily drain the battery in your vehicle, so it’s important to get it tested at least twice a year to see how much life it has. If the charge in your battery seems low, our service technicians can recharge it, check its connections, or even give you a new one.

Air Conditioning Inspection

The last thing you want to happen on a long road trip is your air conditioning fizzling out, especially if you’re traveling to a warm destination. To prevent this from happening, you can always have us check your vehicle’s air conditioning. We’ll make sure your system doesn’t have any potential issues before you hit the road.

No matter what type of service your vehicle needs this summer, our Kia dealers are here to help. Schedule an appointment with our service center located at 425 North Green Bay Road, or give us a call at (847) 709-6262.