Preventive maintenance
Organizing your Car Maintenance keeps small issues from ballooning into large, expensive ones. Car owners biggest mistake is forgetting that they are “people” too. Meaning that they need a lot of care if they are going to be effective and “responsible”. The best way to have a “responsible” car is to have a maintenance calendar for the auto parts that most frequently need replacing. (Note that the prices and the time frames shown can vary). For the estimated total cost with labor included, which can change depending on your car’s make and model as well as your location, come down to Sunshine Auto Repair and let the experts tell you your options and/or point you in the right direction.
Always remember to consult your owner’s manual, which should have specific guidelines for your vehicle. Also, it’s always an excellent idea that if you are going to try and do the service yourself it’s best to have the right tool for the job. Most of you probably know what I’m talking about. No butter knives or monkey wrenches please; out of respect for your car in your significant other.
Windshield wiper Blades
When to change them: Every 6 to 12 months.
Cost: $10 to $20 per blade.
Battery
When to change it: Every 5 years.
Cost: $60 to $150.
Brake Pads
When to change them: Every 50,000 miles (as long as you don’t ride your brakes).
Cost: $50 to $100 total.
Accessory Drive Belt
When to change it: Every 50,000 miles.
Cost: $10 to $50 per belt.
Coolant Hoses
When to change them: Every 75,000 miles.
Cost: $15 to $50 per hose.
Air Filter
When to change it: Every 30,000 miles.
Cost: $15 to $50.
Tires
When to change them: Every 45,000 miles.
Cost: $50 to $400 per tire, depending on the model.
