Tips to Keep Your Engine Healthy
Many drivers take it for granted that their engine will turn over upon command. While engines are designed to churn when the ignition is engaged, they need some tender love and care to continue to do so over the long term. To keep your engine in working order, there are some things you can do, and there are tasks you’ll want to leave in our capable hands.What You Can Do
The simplest thing you can do to maintain your engine is schedule Ford service with our Ford service department at the intervals recommended in your owner’s manual. Even if your engine shows no signs of struggling, you should have your powerplant inspected every time you change your oil.Oil changes are arguably the most critical service your engine needs. While you can do it yourself with the right Ford parts, bringing your car to our Ford service department for regular oil and filter changes is still a good idea. We take care of disposal and check your engine for trouble signs the layperson might miss.
When they visit our Ford dealership in Shelbyville, KY, some drivers are surprised to learn that simply keeping their fuel tank at least half full can go a long way toward keeping their engine in working order. Over time, sediment settles at the bottom of your gas tank. If your fuel level is too low, your engine will draw on the “dirty” gas, which can foul injectors and plugs or even put the engine at risk of failure.
Tasks We’ll Handle
In addition to performing inspections and oil changes, the automotive technicians at O’Brien Ford of Shelbyville will do several other things to keep your engine in good shape. What else can we do? Here are a few examples:- Change your spark plugs and wires
- Replace fuel, oil, and air filters
- Diagnose and fix issues that cause your check engine light to turn on
- Maintain and replace your engine belts
- Detect leaks and cracks that require repairs
- Keep your cooling system working properly
- Clean injectors as needed