Winter prep is easiest before the first hard cold snap. Caldwell drivers should use early fall to check the systems that affect starting, visibility, traction, heat, and engine protection.
Winter prep checklist
Start with battery health, alternator output, cable condition, coolant level and freeze protection, tire tread and pressure, heater and defrost operation, wipers, exterior lights, belts, hoses, oil service interval, and any warning lights.
Trucks and diesels may need extra attention
Trucks that tow, idle, or work hard may need fluid and tire checks sooner. Diesel vehicles should be reviewed for cold-start behavior, battery strength, fuel delivery clues, and maintenance history before temperatures drop.
Get ready before the weather changes
Hopkins Performance Automotive provides seasonal vehicle maintenance, preventative maintenance, battery replacement, fluid service, and tire repair and replacement.
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