Winterizing Your Ford

The Importance of Winterizing Your Ford

As the winter season approaches, it’s crucial to prepare your Ford vehicle for the harsh conditions that come with snow, ice, and cold temperatures. Winterizing your Ford vehicle will help ensure it performs safely and reliably throughout the winter months.

Why Winterize Your Ford Vehicle?

Winter conditions take a toll on your vehicle. Cold temperatures can thicken your oil, making it harder for your engine to start and circulate properly. Snow and ice can clog your intake filter, reducing your engine’s power. And salt and sand used to de-ice roads can corrode your vehicle’s underbody.

Winterizing your vehicle can help prevent costly repairs. By taking the time to winterize your vehicle now, you can help prevent breakdowns and repairs that could cost you hundreds or even thousands of dollars down the road.

Winterizing your vehicle can help you stay safe on the road. Winter conditions make driving more hazardous. By winterizing your vehicle, you can help ensure it has the traction and handling you need to drive safely in the snow and ice.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), nearly one-third of all fatal motor vehicle crashes in 2020 involved a vehicle with at least one mechanical defect that contributed to the crash.

NHTSA also estimates that over 20 million vehicles are on the road with one or more mechanical defects that could affect their safe operation.

Preventative Maintance

By getting your vehicle winterized and inspected at our service department, you can help to:

• Reduce the risk of a crash by ensuring that your vehicle is in safe operating condition.
• Prevent costly repairs by identifying and addressing any potential safety hazards before they become a problem.
• Stay safe on the road during the winter months when driving conditions are more hazardous.

Our Comprehensive Winterization Inspection

Our certified technicians will perform a comprehensive winterization inspection of your Ford vehicle, including:

• Checking your tire pressure and tread depth.
• Inspecting your brakes, suspension, and lights.
• Testing your battery.
• Topping off your fluids.
• Providing you with a detailed report of our findings and recommendations.

Schedule Your Appointment Today

Don’t trust just anyone to winterize your Ford vehicle. Our team of certified technicians has the experts and experience to ensure your vehicle is ready for the winter months. Schedule our appointment with Performance Ford Bountiful today and rest assured that your Ford vehicle is ready to handle whatever winter throws its way.