Regular servicing and maintenance increase your Chevy's life and help it retain value. It also saves you money by reducing future repair costs, since replacing older fluids and worn parts prevents them from causing potentially costly damage. As your Chevy dealership, we want you to know some signs you need to visit us for general servicing. 3 Signs You Need To Visit Your Chevy Dealership for General Servicing Illuminated Dashboard Warning Lights Your dashboard warning lights automatically light up when your engine starts and should then switch off. If one of your dashboard lights remains lit, something is wrong and needs to be checked. Your Chevy contains a wide network of sensors, and their job is to monitor your vehicle's most important systems and components. The sensors continually report the status and health of their connected component to your computer. Each sensor is very sensitive and can detect the tiniest change in a component. If a sensor identifies an issue, it instantly warns your computer. If your computer can't correct the situation, it lights up the relevant warning light. We'll find the cause of the trouble and repair it, and the warning light will go out. Starting Problems When you push the start button, your Chevy engine should come to life within seconds. The three main components needed to start your vehicle are the battery, starter, and alternator. The battery provides the initial electrical charge that powers the starter, which, in turn, cranks the engine to begin the combustion process. The alternator ensures the battery is fully charged to power the starter. In time, these components can wear out due to age or become damaged, and starting will become difficult. In addition, worn or damaged wiring will reduce the amount of electricity transmitted, even if all three components work correctly. The battery warning light will illuminate to tell you something is wrong. Our technicians will investigate and fix the problem. Fluid Leaks Leaking fluid is always a sign of trouble. Your Chevy contains many different fluids that help to keep it working efficiently and safely. Some fluids, like engine oil, reduce damage to components, while others, like power steering fluid, make turning the wheel faster and less labor-intensive, so you can react quicker if needed. The various fluids can be distinguished by their color. Coolant is available in bright colors like pink, orange, blue, and green, while engine oil varies from amber to brown to black, depending on age and condition. If you spot any leaking fluid, contact our service department ASAP so our skilled technicians can find and fix the leak. Visit Dean Arbour Chevrolet in East Tawas, MI 1859 N. US 23, East Tawas, MI 48730 Convenient hours, easy scheduling, and personalized service await. Whether it’s a routine oil change or you’re hearing something unusual, trust the dealership that knows your Chevy best. Schedule your service today and keep your car running strong for years to come.
