Factory Maintenance – The Simple Secret to Keeping Your Vehicle at Its Best

With a precision-engineered German vehicle it’s actually quite easy to fall into the trap of skipping your Factory recommended maintenance. After all, these vehicles perform so well for even the most active drivers, that we tend to take their efficiency for granted.

Unfortunately, skipping your factory maintenance or constantly putting it off can really bite you down the line and today we’re going to tell you a little about why it’s so important. We’ll start things off by talking about some common checks and tasks performed, as well as why you should keep up with the manufacturer’s schedule.

Finally, we’ll touch on frequently asked questions and tell you a little more about what Louden Motorcars can do for you and your car. With that said, let’s get this party started!

Factory Recommended Maintenance is There for a Reason

They say in life that it’s the ‘little things’ that really matter the most and while that applies to you and I, it also applies to your vehicle. German-engineered models are designed with top of the line components and an eye for peak performance and mileage, but your vehicle’s needs your help to be its best.

Here are some examples of common components of preventative maintenance:

• Fluid Checks and Replacement – Keeping your fluids topped up and replaced from time to time sounds basic, but it’s absolutely vital for solid operation. Engine parts create a lot of heat and minute friction when well lubricated already, but without oil and coolant things can go south quickly. This is why this particular check is always part of every scheduled maintenance.
• Timing Belt/Chain Inspection – Timing chains and belts help to ensure that the camshaft and crankshaft are synchronized and working together properly to help produce internal combustion. As such, it’s important to keep an eye on them and ensure their integrity if you want to keep enjoying your vehicle well into the foreseeable future.
• Brake Inspections – Your brakes help you to have more granular control of your vehicle and also keep your driving safe for you, your family, and everyone around you. As such, regular checks and inspections of your brakes are a part of every factory maintenance regimen that simply cannot be ignored or put off.

These are just a few checks, of course, but you get the idea. The ‘little things’ all add up and ensure that your vehicle is always properly lubricated and that wear and tear from the road never gets a chance to add up and cause problems down the line.

Regular Preventative Maintenance Helps Maximize Your Miles

The end result of keeping up with your factory maintenance is that the regular preventative maintenance is going to maximize your miles, keep your vehicle’s performance at peak levels for as long as possible, and extend your vehicle’s life cycle to the fullest.

Simply put, if you take care of your vehicle, it’ll take good care of you – and it won’t hurt the resale value, either, if you decide you want an upgrade at a later date!