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There comes a time in the lifespan of every car, truck, or SUV where your car battery is going to quit. On average, the life of a car battery is three to five years, so many folks have multiple batteries while they own a vehicle. Since your battery is so important to the day-to-day performance of your vehicle, it is vital that you ensure that it has the juice to get you through all of your daily travels. Here are ways to tell that your car battery might be failing:

Chances are that you have felt a nip in the air that wasn't there a month ago. There is no denying that fall is here, and winter is on its way. With the approach of the colder weather, your car will be in for some challenges, as well. One of them will be regarding your car battery. How old is your car battery? Does it have the juice to get you through winter? Lithia Ford of Klamath Falls can help you answer these important questions.

 

While we have a top-notch service center at Lithia Ford of Klamath Falls, in Klamath Falls, OR, we do understand that there are some folks who choose to do their own auto maintenance. We are very supportive of folks who want to do their own car service. If you are one of these amateur mechanics, we hope that you are using authentic, genuine Ford parts and accessories for all of your car maintenance. Using these high-quality auto parts can save you a lot of money in the long run.

 

Although they are one of the hardest working components of a car, the windshield wiper blades are one of the least durable parts of a vehicle. These blades provide a critical function removing rain, ice, snow, and dirt from the windshield so that the driver can see properly and drive safely. These blades often work hours at a time in inclement weather conditions. Over time, being exposed to the elements will cause the wiper blades to crack, lose their shape and flexibility, and leave streaks and smudges on the windshield.

Most blades need to be replaced every six to 12…

From time to time and as part of routine maintenance, all vehicles will need to get equipment replaced or repaired. At dealerships like Lithia Ford of Klamath Falls, OEM parts will be offered.

OEM stands for Original Equipment Manufacturer, which means they were produced by your car's manufacturer versus an independent car part maker. These independent parts are referred to aftermarket parts.

The Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts will operate exactly like the originals and will fit perfectly. There is a greater assurance knowing...

 

Your car's battery is one of those parts it's easy to forget about. You don't pay it much attention at all until it suddenly goes on the fritz.

Here at Lithia Ford of Klamath Falls we know car batteries are just like the small batteries in your remote control - they do eventually die and need to be replaced.

When you buy a brand new Ford, you don't just want to make it last for as long as possible, but you want to be as reliable as it was the first day you drove it off the lot. Not only does that give you increased confidence and peace of mind when behind the wheel, but it ensures that you're protecting your investment so that when it does come time for your to turn your ride in for something new, you're getting the most money possible for your trade.

The folks here in our onsite service center know that when it comes to ensuring your Ford gets the exact car care it needs, a multi-faceted approach is key. That's why we take a holistic approach to servicing your car, assessing its needs from every angle so as to be sure that no stone goes unturned, no issue unresolved.