Before getting on the road in the winter months, take you vehicle to a Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, and Ram like Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of South Hampton so that someone can examine all of the vital components and perform essential services that are needed.
Colder temperatures can make it difficult for your battery to start, especially in the morning or if there's snow on your hood. Have your battery checked to ensure that there's enough power to get you through the winter along with checking your alternator and starter. If your battery is low, then you might want to consider replacing it before traveling in East Patchogue or Riverhead so that you don't end up in a car that won't start.
Examine the window tracks in your car. These are often pushed by the wayside, but after keeping them down in the summer months, they might not work quite as well in the winter as they once did. When water gets into the tracks and freezes, it can also create drag and corrosion over time. Make sure you lubricate the tracks when the windows are down, rolling them up and down a few times to ensure that they glide smoothly. You can also lubricate the weather stripping along the doors of your car at the same time. The dry air in the summer can crack the stripping, resulting in the material deteriorating and possibly coming off the vehicle.
Replace the cabin and air filters in your car as a part of your winter maintenance. This will allow the air to flow freely through the heater instead of overheating the motor and other interior components. Consider making an emergency kit to keep in your car in the winter when you have your car maintained. The kit could include things like a flashlight, blanket, and gloves in case you're stuck in your car for an extended length of time.
Want more tips on caring for your car this winter? Reach out to the team at our certified Mopar service center near East Hampton. With years of experience serving the winter car care needs of drivers from Hampton Bays and Sag Harbor and all corners of Long Island, we're only too happy to assist with all your Chrysler, Ram, Dodge, and Jeep maintenance needs.