Crain Buick GMC of Springdale

Feb 17, 2023

Your Buick or GMC is a superior, high-performance vehicle built to provide you with reliability and safety. To keep it that way, regular car maintenance from the certified technicians at your GMC dealer is essential. The following maintenance tips will help you to ensure that your Buick Enclave Essence or GMC Acadia always performs at its best.

6 Car Maintenance Tips From Your GMC Dealer To Keep Your Buick or GMC Car in Great Shape

1. Familiarize Yourself With Your Vehicle’s Owner’s Manual

Your vehicle’s owner’s manual has all the necessary information to keep your Buick or GMC in excellent running condition. Everything you need to know about the operation and maintenance of your vehicle is in your owner’s manual, from the proper oil to use and tire pressure to the meaning of the dashboard warning lights. Most importantly, your owner’s manual contains your car’s service schedule and maintenance intervals.

2. Follow the Service Schedule

Your vehicle has a service schedule and maintenance intervals to help you keep your car in excellent running condition. When you follow the maintenance intervals and rely on expert maintenance services from certified technicians, you will save money on gas and repairs, and your car will last longer.

3. Change the Oil at the Recommended Intervals

One of the essential maintenance services is oil changes. Engine oil lubricates the moving components under the hood, reduces friction, and optimizes your engine’s performance. Regular oil changes with the proper grade of oil at the recommended intervals will increase your vehicle’s fuel efficiency and protect your engine.

4. Keep an Eye on the Oil Life Monitoring System (OLMS)

The Oil Life Monitoring System (OLMS) monitors your speed, engine temperature, engine revolutions, and mileage and will alert you when your Buick or GMC needs an oil change. When the “Change Engine Oil Soon” message comes on, schedule an appointment for an oil change as soon as possible.

Even with OLMS alerts, replace your car’s oil at least every 12 months because oil deteriorates over time, becomes dirty, and doesn’t provide sufficient lubrication, which will increase wear and cause overheating.

5. Fit Genuine Buick and GMC Replacement Parts

When your car needs replacement parts, it’s always best to use parts specifically manufactured for your vehicle. Genuine Buick and GMC parts will provide you with reliable, long-lasting performance. You can conveniently shop for parts online on our website, and the part specialists will help you find the right replacement part for your car.

6. Rely on Expert Maintenance and Repair Services

To ensure that you enjoy every mile behind the wheel of your Buick or GMC, rely on expert maintenance and repair services from the certified technicians at our dealership. Our technicians use advanced technology and cutting-edge equipment, fit genuine Buick and GMC parts, and guarantee services of the highest quality that you can rely on to keep your vehicle fuel-efficient, safe, and on the road for years to come.  

When it comes to your Buick or GMC, only the best maintenance and repair services are good enough. Call Crain Buick GMC of Springdale today to schedule an appointment, and our certified and experienced technicians will take expert care of all your vehicle’s automotive needs.