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:
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 properly filled.
5. Tire Rotation and Inspection
Temperature swings can affect tread wear. Spring is an ideal time to rotate tires and check for winter damage.
Why Spring Maintenance Matters
Addressing winter wear early prevents larger mechanical issues as temperatures rise.
Bret’s Autoworks in Gardner helps drivers transition from winter stress to smooth spring driving with thorough inspections and honest recommendations.