Car Fluids To Keep Your Ride In Check! | Hollidaysburg, PA

Jan 5, 2024

Owning a vehicle can be a strenuous task – what do I need to know? When should I swap out fluids? How much will it cost? Trust me, we’ve all been there and sometimes, things can be a bit trickier than others when it comes to servicing your vehicle. Like car fluids, for example. But there’s no need to stress, our team is here to help you have a successful ownership experience and this week we are bringing you important car fluids that you should know about and know what it is that they do. So, check those out below and give us a call to schedule your service appointment!

Fiore Toyota’s Vehicle Fluid Guide:

Engine Oil

Keeping those moving parts in your engine is easier than you thought – just keep your engine oil filled to the right levels and you’ll be good to go. If you don’t, you run the risk of damaging your vehicle and getting a hefty repair bill when it’s time to fix up your ride. If you choose to check the oil yourself, check out the owner’s manual or leave it to a professional which we recommend if you’re new under the hood.

Radiator Fluid

We hope you know that radiator fluid goes, well, in the radiator. But, it also keeps your engine from overheating, which is VERY important. If you ever notice your engine running a little hot, you might be running low on this fluid and it’s time to check it. If you ignore this, you’ll end up with a hefty repair bill. We recommend leaving this fix o the professionals for safety reasons.

Power Steering Fluid

Much like your vehicle’s engine, your power steering system has to be lubricated at all times for best results and control when it comes to steering and wheels. If you don’t have proper fluid levels, you will lose control and that is not good. This is one of the easiest fluids to fill, so if you’re low or totally out (which we hope you’re not), take out your owner’s manual and DIY!

Brake Fluid

Your brake fluid has the important job of bringing your vehicle to a complete stop when you’re ready. If you run low or out of this fluid, you run the risk of not being able to stop and that can cause some problems. Check out your vehicle’s owner manual for directions on how to add or change brake fluid in your vehicle and be sure to take a look at the color, too. If it’s dark – have a mechanic replace ASAP!