Posted on 3/3/2026
Kansas winters leave their mark. By March, potholes appear, salt residue lingers, and your suspension may be feeling the strain. Spring is the perfect time for a reset. Here’s your post-winter maintenance checklist. 1. Inspect Brakes Winter driving means extra braking on slick roads. Salt exposure can also accelerate corrosion. If you hear grinding, squealing, or feel vibration when braking, schedule an inspection. 2. Check Alignment and Suspension Potholes are everywhere in early spring. Even one hard hit can knock your alignment out of spec. Signs you may need alignment service: Vehicle pulls to one side The steering wheel isn’t centered Uneven tire wear 3. Replace Wiper Blades Ice and snow are tough on rubber. If your blades streak or skip, replace them before spring rainstorms hit. 4. Fluid Check and Top-Off Winter driving can stress your coolant, brake fluid, and transmission fluid. A spring fluid inspection ensures everything is clean and ... read more