If you’re not a car person, it’s important to learn at least a little bit about car ownership and maintenance so you can stay on top of auto repair in Philadelphia, PA. While you don’t have to know the inner workings of the vehicle, you will want to know about some of the routine maintenance items that you have to take care of on a regular basis. Cars are machinery and they log hundreds of miles (or more) each month. The parts that operate together wear and you’ll need to keep everything in working order to get what you need from the vehicle. Here are some of the routine repairs and maintenance items you will need on any vehicle.

Oil Changes

The most notable and normal maintenance routine is the classic oil change. It’s essential to keep the oil in your vehicle clean and running smoothly so you don’t have engine problems, like overheating, that could cause huge and costly damage to the vehicle. It usually doesn’t take long for a service shop to do the job, especially if you have an appointment, and it can make a huge difference in the efficiency of your vehicle over the long haul. It’s also a good chance for mechanics to do a quick check up on the car.

Tire Replacement

The tires on your vehicle are the only things connecting the car to the road, so they take a lot of the wear when you stop, go, turn, and so on. Tires have tread patterns that help you drive safety and eventually, those wear down. Once the treads are worn, the car is no longer safe to drive ad you’ll need new tires. That happens, on average, every 50,000 miles or so. You can get more out of your tires by having them rotated to wear evenly.

Brake Maintenance

The brakes are a hard-working system. Think about bringing a large, heavy, metal object to a stop over and over again. The braking system could require a number of things over the years and they all need attention. The brake pads are the most common thing that needs to be replaced as they will be the first thing to wear. If you keep them fresh, the rest of the brakes are better off. You might also need a brake fluid flush to keep things operating well.

These are just a few of the main auto repairs in Philadelphia, PA that you will need on a regular or semi-regular basis as your vehicle ages and gets you from place to place safely. IF you aren’t’ sure when things need to be done, you can rely on the technicians at Schafer’s Auto Center to help you get on a regular schedule. Give us a call at (215) 755-1270 and tell us about your vehicle. We can then look at manufacturer recommendations for things like oil changes and help you set up something that works for you. We’ll also check over the entire vehicle whenever you bring it in to watch for brake wear and other important things. We’re located at 1924 S Columbus Blvd Philadelphia, PA 19148.

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With the automotive business coming into the 21st century Schafer’s moved up to a full complete service repair center, ranging in everything from oil changes and tire repairs to full advanced diagnostics and engine repairs, as well as maintenance in every category, since opening the current location in 2002 the business has been at the forefront of the automotive repair field constantly changing and updating to meet the standards of today’s cars and although faces have changed, and people come and go this family owned and operated business is set out to achieve the best level of custom service and satisfaction possible.

Schafer’s Auto Center

1924 S Columbus Blvd
Philadelphia, PA 19148

(215) 755-1270

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