Although changing dirty motor oil and washing away de-icing salt will help your car perform better once spring arrives, there are some maintenance tasks you should allow the professionals at a full-service auto shop to perform. Mechanics have the skills, training, and equipment to tend to your vehicle’s needs and address minor issues before they become major problems. Below are four spring maintenance services best left in their capable hands.  

4 Ways a Full-Service Auto Shop Can Prep Your Car for Spring

1. Auto Alignment

Potholes left on icy roadways can damage the car’s undercarriage. If the impact from driving on rough roads has knocked the wheels or suspension out of place, auto alignment might be in order. You’ll notice a problem if the vehicle veers to the side or the steering wheel vibrates while driving. The team at a full-service auto shop will adjust the angles of the wheels to improve handling and performance. 

2. Brake Service

It’s also a good idea to have the brakes checked by a professional to ensure the car can handle spring driving demands. To prevent problems, it’s best to have the brakes serviced every six months or whenever you schedule an oil change. A professional will replace worn pads to prevent damage to calipers and rotors and tend to any other issues with the braking system components. 

3. Tire Rotation

If the wheels and suspension fell out of alignment due to harsh driving conditions in winter, it could cause uneven wear to the tires. Ensuring that tread wears evenly will provide better traction when driving, so have a professional rotate the tires. 

4. Wiper Fluid Check

From trying to drive in heavy snowfall to navigating roadways in torrential rain, people rely on windshield wipers a lot during winter. Spring is also a rainy season, so make sure to have the technicians at a full-service auto shop check wiper fluid levels. This way, you can rest easy knowing the equipment won’t fail when you need it. 

Whether you need routine auto maintenance or extensive repairs after a collision, the team at Schaller Jacobson Collision and Automotive Repair, with locations in La Crosse and Onalaska, WI, has the training and certifications to improve the safety and handling of your vehicle. To learn more about car tuneup services available in La Crosse County, call the La Crosse location at (608) 788-2545 and the Onalaska branch at (608) 783-4554 today. You can also visit the full-service auto shop online to fill out a service request form.