Car Care Tips

Many vehicles are on the road for well over a decade with proper care, maintenance, and repairs. Proper maintenance and repairs help avoid the ever-increasing costs of new cars. Let the friendly staff at D&D keep your car on the road and safe for years to come.

At D&D Muffler & Tire, we want our customers in Hartford, WI and surrounding areas to get the most out of their vehicles. Follow the car maintenance tips below to keep your vehicle around longer.

Keep an Eye on Fluids and Filters

• Your car’s engine is full of sensitive and delicate moving parts that rely on fluids like oil, transmission fluid, and coolant to function well. If you don’t keep an eye on these fluid levels or periodically change its filters, these delicate parts could face irreparable damage.
• Your car’s brakes also require brake fluid to transfer the force to the brakes to slow or stop your vehicle. It's possible for brake fluid to lose its effectiveness or for leaks to occur. If you experience abnormal brake performance, make sure to have your car checked.
• Coolant or antifreeze prevents overheating and freezing of the engine's cooling system. Like brake fluid, recommended service intervals vary by manufacturer, review your owner's manual or call us to see what your vehicle requires. Keep an eye on your coolant level to ensure there aren't any leaks. If you ever see the engine temperature warning light turn on, there might be something wrong with your coolant or the amount of coolant remaining.

Automotive Part Replacement

• The life expectancy of brakes will vary by application and usage. Depending on the amount of city, highway, and/or off-road/track (yes, we work on race cars!) driving you do. Stop in for a brake inspection and we will use our tools to measure the life left in your brakes!
• Wisconsin's wonderful weather is particularly brutal on battery life. We have hot summers and icy winters. This combination is rough on a battery (and us in general, who am I kidding). Stop in to have your battery's output tested. We will also test out your charging system while we are at it!.
• Driving with bad headlights can be very dangerous. We stock a large range of headlight bulbs on site, we also have options for upgrading your existing bulbs.

Tires and Wheels

• Have your vehicle's tires and wheels inspected regularly. They will/can show signs of over or under inflation, alignment concerns, and uneven or excessive wear. We will help you figure out what is going on and why!. Inspect your tires and wheels regularly for symptoms such as low inflation pressure, uneven wear patterns, or excessive wear. You should also take time to keep them at the proper pressure for better fuel economy.
• Tire services such as a tire rotation, wheel alignment, tire balancing, and tire repair can help maximize tire life and improve your safety. Your vehicle’s owner’s manual will provide a schedule for the recommended time to perform tire services.

By following these tips and the service intervals listed inside your owner’s manual, you can protect your vehicle from major repairs and unexpected failures. Proper vehicle maintenance can save you money in the long run and improve your safety and the safety of your passengers. Stay on top of routine vehicle maintenance and visit at D&D Muffler & Tire in Hartford, WI when your vehicle needs to be serviced by our experienced mechanics.

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