The new year is a good time to set up resolutions to get yourself in good shape physically. It's also a good time to get your Cadillac XT4 or Cadillac XT5 in good shape mechanically. That's why we encourage you to make some New Year's resolutions to give your Cadillac SUV or sedan the regular maintenance it needs to run reliably and perform well. You might also want to think about using your tax refund to get a better car. Here are some ways to make the most of the new year at Uebelhor and Sons Cadillac Vincennes in Vincennes, IN.
New Year's Resolution #1: Give your Cadillac a regular oil change
Any car can run into a microscopic storm of unwanted invaders like dirt, dust and grime as you drive around Princeton or Terre Haute. All those tiny particles can work their way into your engine and make vital components wear out sooner. Your motor oil helps clean the inside of your engine but with the passage of time, the oil can start to get dirty and lose its effectiveness. By giving your Cadillac an oil change, we can flush out the old motor oil and fill your engine with fresh new lubrication. Resolve to get an oil change at the factory-recommended interval of every 5,000 miles.
New Year's Resolution #2: Have us check other important fluids
The coolant, or antifreeze, in your radiator should be checked periodically to make sure it isn't wearing out. By flushing out the old coolant and filling your radiator with fresh new liquid, we can help your engine run cooler and last longer. We can also inspect your power steering fluid. If you hear a high-pitched squealing sound when you steer your car, you probably need more power steering fluid and we can provide that. We can also check your brake fluid, transmission fluid and windshield wiper fluid.
New Year's Resolution #3: Let us take good care of your tires
The tires on your Cadillac are the only points of contact between your family and the road. That's why it's so important to keep them in good shape. We recommend giving your tires a regular rotation every time you get an oil change. By letting us reposition all four tires on your car, you'll help your Cadillac's tires wear more evenly and last longer. We can also check the tire pressure on all four wheels and the spare to help you drive more safely.
New Year's Resolution #4: Replace your windshield wipers
If you’ve noticed that your windshield wipers aren’t cleaning your windshield well as you drive around Mt. Carmel or Washington IN, you should see us to get new wiper blades or a whole new set of windshield wipers. Worn-out or damaged blades can reduce your visibility in a heavy Indiana rainstorm. Resolve to replace your windshield wipers every six months so they can remove rain, sleet or mud on your windshield.
New Year's Resolution #5: Let us check your battery
Batteries can last quite a few years but some of that depends on how well they're maintained. Your battery can gradually wear out as you drive around Robinson IN without giving you much of a warning. We can inspect your battery and clean off any corrosion that's built up on the connection points. Ask us to run a load test to see if your battery has enough power to keep starting your Cadillac reliably. If you need a new battery, we have some excellent choices in stock and we'll be happy to install one for you.
New Year's Resolution #6: Use your tax refund to get a better car
The average taxpayer in America will get a federal refund somewhere in the neighborhood of $3,000. That's enough to help you make a bigger down payment on a new Cadillac and lower your monthly car payments. Check our new Cadillac inventory and come in for a test drive to get your new year started right at Uebelhor and Sons Cadillac Vincennes in Vincennes, IN.
