Regular car maintenance is essential to thoroughly enjoy every mile behind the wheel of your INFINITI QX55 Sensory, QX55 Essential, or Q60 Luxe. The following maintenance tips from your INFINITI dealer will help keep your vehicle in tip-top condition.
Advice From Your INFINITI Dealer: 6 Car Maintenance Tips to Keep Your INFINITI Running Smoothly
1. Follow Your Car’s Service Schedule
Everything you need to know about maintaining your INFINITI is in your owner’s manual. Follow the service schedule and the factory-recommended maintenance intervals, and we guarantee that your car will stay reliable, fuel-efficient, and safe. You will also save plenty of cash on gas and repairs.
2. Stick to the Oil Change Intervals
The best thing you can do for your INFINITI is an oil change at the factory-recommended intervals. Oil lubricates the components, reduces friction, and keeps your engine clean and protected.
3. Keep an Eye on Your Dashboard Warning Lights
The dashboard warning lights alert you when something is wrong. Don’t ignore the dashboard warning lights, as they are there to help prevent further damage and high repair costs.
Check Engine Light
The check engine light is the most crucial dashboard warning light. Contact us as soon as possible when the check engine light is on, and our qualified technicians will pinpoint what’s causing the problem and perform expert repairs.
Battery Light
A problem with your car’s battery or charging system will trigger the battery light. To avoid getting stranded, get your vehicle to us ASAP.
Engine Oil Pressure Light
The light warns you when there is low engine oil pressure. If you notice this light is on, contact us immediately for assistance.
Brake Warning Light
First, check if the parking brake is engaged. If not, the light is triggered when the brake fluid is low.
4. Perform Regular Fluid Checks
Check your car’s fluids monthly and top them off when necessary. You could have a fluid leak if you notice a puddle on the ground under your vehicle. Get the leak repaired fast before the lack of fluid damages components. Every fluid your car uses has a different color. The color will tell you what type of fluid it is.
Engine Oil
New oil is an amber color and turns brown and even black as it becomes old and contaminated.
Brake Fluid
Brake fluid is yellow and has a slick consistency. When brake fluid gets old and dirty, it breaks down and turns brown.
Coolant
Coolant is always a bright green, blue, orange, or pink color and smells sweet.
Transmission Fluid
Transmission fluid is reddish but changes to a darker red and brown over time.
Power Steering Fluid
Power steering fluid is also red and can be confused with transmission fluid. When it gets old or contaminated, it turns a rusty brown color.
5. Inspect Your Tires
Ensure that your tires are always inflated to the correct pressure levels and regularly inspect each tire for damage such as bulges, cuts, and cracks. If the tread wears down unevenly, ask us to perform a tire rotation. Regular rotations ensure that the tires wear evenly and last longer.
6. Rely on Your INFINITI Technician
Rely on our highly qualified INFINITI technicians to help you maintain your vehicle. They use cutting-edge technology and equipment, install Genuine OEM INFINITI Parts, and perform expert maintenance services.
If you take care of your vehicle, it will help you save money on gas and repairs, and your car will always get you where you want to go. Visit DARCARS INFINITI of Greenwich today, and we will help you keep your vehicle in great shape.
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