Schedule Summer Maintenance at Chris Crain Hyundai

It’s HOT outside, and that means summer is finally here! But with the arrival of summer comes the need to check on your car’s performance and ensure everything is running smoothly. The summer heat can be hard on many of your vehicle’s most important parts – like the A/C, battery, tires, and engine coolant.

That’s why bringing your Hyundai to a professional Service Department is important, like the one you’ll find at Chris Crain Hyundai in Conway, Arkansas! Bring your Hyundai to us before your neglected vehicle maintenance sneaks up on you this summer.

Let’s look at a few of your Hyundai’s most important parts and why you should bring it by Chris Crain Hyundai for expert service in Central Arkansas.

Air Conditioning Check

When your vehicle’s air conditioning goes out in the summer, it can quickly spell trouble for your comfort and safety. Not only is the A/C important for bringing the temperature down to a comfortable range inside your vehicle, but it also protects you from overheating when temperatures rise to dangerously high levels.

Your A/C runs on refrigerant; if it is low or empty due to a leak, your A/C won’t run properly. When you bring your Hyundai by Chris Crain Hyundai, we check your air conditioning and heating system to ensure everything runs smoothly. If you’re low on refrigerant, we charge your system so you can have cold-blowing air once again.

Car Battery Health

There’s nothing worse than attempting to start your car in high temperatures, and it won’t crank up! The heat can be very hard on your car’s battery, draining the power-generating chemistry that runs your vehicle. But it’s not just the temperature outside that can do long-term damage to your battery; long drives in very hot weather can quickly accelerate the possibility of overheating and battery failure!

A typical car battery can last anywhere from 3 to 5 years, but excessive heat accelerates that lifespan, causing your battery to die out quicker than normal. That’s why having a certified technician inspect your battery every time you bring it in for routine maintenance is important. The technician will be able to tell you if your battery is good to go or if it’s time to consider purchasing a new one. 

Tires

Your tires are the only part of your vehicle that connects with the road, and asphalt absorbs heat incredibly well, especially in the summer months. When that heat reaches dangerous levels, it can negatively affect your tires. What does that mean? There is an increased chance of blowouts due to heat and high PSI in your tires. It’s estimated that every 10 degrees of heat raises your tire pressure by 1 PSI. And when that PSI gets too high – POP, your tires can burst.

High heat on your tires can also accelerate the wear on your tread, increasing the odds that you’ll need new tires before your manufacturer’s estimated tire lifespan. Bring your Hyundai to our Service Department and let our technicians evaluate your tires. If you need new tires right now, use our convenient online ordering system to find the correct ones to fit your vehicle.

Engine Coolant

If you have a gas-powered vehicle, then the radiator and coolant keep it from overheating under normal conditions. However, when it’s hot outside, that system can struggle to keep your car running at an optimal temperature. When temperatures are high, engine coolant can be affected by evaporation, leaks, and overheating.

Coolant is a mixture of antifreeze and water that works together to cool your engine down. Because it includes water, when the temperature reaches dangerous levels, the water in the coolant can evaporate, lowering its effectiveness. That can quickly lead to engine overheating. Any leaks in your radiator can also quickly drain your system of much-needed coolant and cause an overheating problem.

When bringing in your Hyundai for regular maintenance, it’s important to have your radiator and coolant levels checked. It can save you the trouble and cost of an overheated and busted radiator.

Bring Your Vehicle to Chris Crain Hyundai for Regular Maintenance

Don’t find yourself stranded this summer without air conditioning, an overheated engine, drained battery, or a busted radiator. Bring your car to our Service Department and let us check that everything is running properly.

Do you have questions? Please use our contact form; we’d love to hear from you! You can also schedule your service appointment online. 

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