Why You Should Maintain Your Vehicle Regularly [Infographic]

The Auto Maintenance VS Repair Costs Infographic

Your Engine Needs Fresh Oil

Engine oil is the life blood of your vehicle and the engine is the heart. Over time the oil will degrade and become toxic for your car. It is essential that you replace this oil with fresh oil of the correct type for your vehicle and season. 30 oil changes over 100,000 miles will cost you around $900 dollars. That may seem expensive, however, not doing this will lead to engine failure or requiring expensive engine repairs which may cost around $4000! Make an appointment today for an oil change, keep that lifeblood pumping cleanly. 

Transmissions Make the Car Go ‘Round

If you’ve ever had to get a transmission repaired or replaced, you know that while the price varies from vehicle to vehicle, most cost around $2800 or more! Get your transmission serviced four times over the course of 120,000 miles for around $644. A much more manageable number for your wallet and your peace of mind. Without a transmission, your vehicle isn’t going anywhere. Keep it healthy! 

Don’t Give Your Vehicle a Fever

Get your vehicle’s coolant system flushed four times over 120,000 miles for an estimated $504. While it may sound expensive, failure to do so may lead to dangerous failure of your radiator and water pump system. Replacing those parts costs around $965, which may not seem like not a large difference, but overheating parts under the hood will lead to even more damage to other nearby components such as your engine. Save yourself an expensive headache. Get your Cooling/Radiator system serviced by your local AAMCO maintenance experts. 

Make The ‘Right’ Decision Before You Have Nothing ‘Left’

The average cost of regular maintenance over the course of 120,000 miles for your power steering system is around $464. You will definitely notice when you need your power steering fluid flushed as it makes turning your vehicle much more difficult. Ignoring this problem, however, can lead to expensive repairs and replacements of your rack & pinion with power steering and pump after 120,000 miles with an average cost around $1100.

Put a Stop to Poor Maintenance Habits

Have you been hearing high pitched noises when you come to light? Or has your vehicle felt a little shaking even when lightly slowing it down. You may have left your brakes unattended for too long. I recently had this issue with my own vehicle and it cost me around $1000 to fix. I got lucky, the average cost of master cylinder & ABS replacement after 90,000 miles is $1850. The smart decision is to get your brakes flushed and serviced a few times for around $267. Your brakes not only keep you and  your vehicle safe, but also your wallet. Get your brakes inspected and serviced today at your local AAMCO Minnesota!

Save Yourself Money and Peace of Mind

As you can see, you can save thousands of dollars by properly maintaining your vehicle over the course of it’s lifetime, and this is only a few of the major parts and systems in a vehicle  that need regular maintenance. Schedule an appointment and take your vehicle in to your local AAMCO today to get your vehicle inspected by expert maintenance technicians. Let us help you ensure a long and healthy life for your vehicle AND your wallet.

AAMCO Minnesota Can Help with Any Job

Owning a car can be a lot of work, and finding the right people – who you can trust – to service your car is a job all on its own. We have locations all around the state of Minnesota and have extensive experience with all car related issues. If you have questions about any of the services above, or if you think it’s time to get some work done, schedule an appointment today and save 5% (up to $100) off your next repair. Because those who know go to AAMCO.

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