Winter brings frosty wonderlands and happy holidays, which can make it truly magical. It also brings icy roads and dangerous conditions. It’s important to make sure your SUV is ready by visiting our Jeep® service center at Fields Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM Glenview.
Inspect Your Tires
When the roads get slippery, it’s more important than ever to make sure your tires have the traction you need. Typically, we recommend you have at least 6/32 of an inch of tread to maintain control on snowy streets. If not, you should replace your tires or even consider switching to winter tires.
Replace Your Windshield Wipers
Typically, you need to replace your windshield wipers once a year. However, with cold winters like ours, you usually want to increase that to twice a year. For your safety, you need to make sure you can always clear your windshield from ice and snow.
Check Your Fluid Levels
As a car owner, it’s important to keep up with routine auto maintenance. This includes changing your engine oil and the other fluids under the hood regularly. The cold weather can already strain your vehicle, so, if you haven’t recently, check your fluid levels to make sure they are all adequate.
- Engine oil
- Transmission fluid
- Coolant
- Power steering fluid
- Windshield wiper fluid
Pack an Emergency Kit
Even when your vehicle is winter-ready, there may still be a time when the elements get the best of you, leaving you stuck in the snow or involved in a roadside emergency. This is why it’s crucial to have an emergency kit in your vehicle. Items should include:
- Sand or kitty litter
- Ice scraper
- Bottled water and non-perishable snacks
- Blanket
- First aid kit
- Flashlight
Visit Fields Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM for Winter Jeep Service
Ready to get your vehicle winter-ready? Stop by our Jeep dealership near Chicago, IL for Jeep service today!