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<\/figure>The key maintenance procedures to perform on one\u2019s vehicle in preparation for a Wisconsin winter are:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n In addition to proper preparation, it\u2019s important to simply <\/strong>drive safely in winter.<\/strong><\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n Cold weather puts strain on many of the mechanics of one\u2019s vehicle, but it\u2019s particularly cruel to the battery. In fall, make sure your battery connection is tight and corrosion free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A general thumb is to change one\u2019s battery before the onset of winter if the battery is four or more years old. This is just to avoid the possibility of it dying and leaving you stranded.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Oil is the lifeblood of one\u2019s vehicle. In winter, oil plays an additional important role by leaving a thin layer of lubrication on the engine that reduces the wear caused by a cold start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As oil wears down over time, however, its ability to perform this task lessens. Filling your vehicle with fresh oil will help save wear and tear on the engine during cold morning start-ups.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n It\u2019s said that drivers should replace their windshield wipers every six months. While it\u2019s unclear how many people actually do this, it does come in handy for effectiveness during heavy snow and snowstorms. It\u2019s also important to ensure that one\u2019s wiper fluid is fully stocked.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Coolant is a bit tricky these days; be sure to check your owner\u2019s manual (or give our dealership a call) for the exact ideal coolant specifications for your vehicle. In addition, be careful not to underfill or overfill your system (a task that is also often tricky on modern vehicles). If you\u2019d rather not stress yourself with all this, feel free to schedule an appointment at our service center.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Checking one\u2019s tires may be the most important element of winter vehicle prep. Tires with a deep tread help greatly when making trips on icy roads. Be aware that some cars, especially those that are performance- and luxury-oriented, may have tires that are canted inwards slightly for performance purposes. This can lead to the inside of the tires being worn completely bare, even if the outer areas seem fine.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Fall Vehicle Care and Maintenance Tips for the Milwaukee Area Fall has arrived. This means cooler weather, bright fall colors, and fresh, crisp leaves. Another, less-publicized aspect of fall, however, is the pre-winter ritual of vehicle maintenance. It\u2019s important to have one\u2019s vehicle in tip-top condition before the winter hits. This is especially important here […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":4266,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[12,13,73,4],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\t\n\n\n\t\nCheck the Battery<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Lube Up<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Change Wipers and Fluid<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Check Coolant<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Check Tires<\/h3>\n\n\n\n