Tips to Keep Your Mazda in Shape for Years

Nobody wants to have to deal with car trouble. It is annoying, time-Nobody wants to have to deal with car trouble. It is annoying, time-consuming, and expensive. If your vehicle breaks down, it simply makes your life harder. BUT there are some things you can do to keep your Mazda vehicle in better shape for longer.

Below, you can check out our top tips to keep your Mazda in shape for years. Also, feel free to reach out to us at Seacoast Mazda with any questions you may have.

• Get Regular Oil Changes – This is probably the most common vehicle maintenance advice, but that is because it is so important. It is essential to get regular oil changes because the oil helps your engine run. The oil in your engine lubricates the engine, reduces friction, prevents overheating, and removes particles from your engine. Check your oil regularly and get oil changes specific to your manufacturer’s specifications. Also, be sure that your oil filter is also changed as needed. Regular oil changes ensure that your engine doesn’t break down, but they also give you better gas mileage and an engine that lasts you longer.
• Check Tire Pressure and Rotate Tires – You will want to regularly check your tires. You want to maintain the right level of air in your tires for peak performance, but also to increase fuel efficiency and reduce wear and tear. As seasons change and temperatures change, the air can fluctuate a bit in your tires, so be sure to check the air in your tires after large temperature changes, especially. Also, rotating your tires can increase the life of your tires. Tire rotation can help your tires wear more evenly so that you get the most use out of those tires as possible. That will not only save you money on tires, but it will give your vehicle a better performance overall.
• Pay Attention to Any Warning Lights – Most people are familiar with the infamous ‘check engine’ light on your vehicle, but there are several warning lights on your vehicle that you need to watch out for and pay attention to. You have a brake light that can indicate your parking brake is on, but it can also indicate you need more brake fluid. There is an engine oil light, a charge light, and a check engine light that can indicate issues with oil levels/pressure, your battery, and your engine system, respectively. For those lights, and your master warning light, you will want to contact a service technician right away. Most of your warning lights are not something you can necessarily fix yourself, but it is important to be aware of these lights and call a professional if you are experiencing issues.
• Check Fluid Levels – There are a lot of fluids in your vehicle that need to be checked at regular intervals. These fluids help your vehicle perform as it needs to. You will want to regularly check your oil, as mentioned above, but you also need to check fluids like coolant, brake fluid, power steering fluid, and transmission fluid.
• Change Windshield Wipers – This may seem like a simple one, but you should be changing your windshield wipers when they start to wear out. They are easy to replace yourself (check your owner’s manual or online for tips), and they are vital to your visibility in bad conditions. It might not seem super important, but worn out windshield wipers can cause poor visibility, which could result in an accident injuring you or others.
• Educate Yourself on Your Vehicle – We are not going to tell you that you have to be an expert on your Mazda or any other vehicle, but it doesn’t hurt to learn a little bit about your car. Next time you have a warning light come on, do some quick research and learn about what could potentially be wrong with your vehicle, then you can ask your service tech questions about the result. You can build up your knowledge of your vehicle a little at a time to make yourself a more informed car owner.
• Check Your Owner’s Manual or Ask an Expert – Ultimately, if you have questions or concerns about your vehicle, check your owner’s manual or ask an expert. Your owner’s manual should have all the information you need about the regular maintenance that needs to be performed on your vehicle. It will have information about the frequency of oil changes, when you should check/change fluids, and when certain parts may need repaired or replaced. It is great to have that as a resource you can check out!

Those are a few of our top tips on how to keep your Mazda in tip-top shape. We want you to enjoy your Mazda driving experience every time you take your vehicle out, so it is important to keep your Mazda in great shape!

Seacoast Mazda Service

The single biggest thing you can do to keep your car in shape for years is to get the regular maintenance you know you need! It is easy to put off service like oil changes, but it can affect your car and how it runs. Regular routine maintenance can keep your vehicle functioning in an ideal state, and it can, in some cases, prevent larger issues from occurring down the road.

If there is one takeaway today, it is to get your vehicle serviced regularly, and we are happy to help with that. At Seacoast Mazda, we stay at the cutting edge of service techniques and we work to provide you with the best service experience possible. You can trust us with your vehicle, and we will work to get it back to you as soon as we can. No one likes to be without a vehicle, but getting that regular maintenance can potentially help you from having a larger repair or bigger issue in the future.

Reach out to us at Seacoast Mazda with any questions you may have, and schedule a service appointment online if you need one.