Winterize Your Kia
New Jersey winters can be tough on your Kia. Now is the time to winterize your Kia for optimum performance and safety at Bridgewater Kia. Our 27-point inspection includes battery check, as well as fluid and tire inspection. Plus, for a limited time you’ll get 10% off needed repairs.
Here are the top tips to winterizing your Kia:
- Antifreeze / Coolant: Inspect your coolant level and use a high-quality ethylene glycol mixture to prevent freezing in the radiator. Check levels when the engine is cold.
- Windshield Washer Fluid: Switch to a winter-blend, freeze-resistant washer fluid and keep the reservoir full.
- Engine Oil: Consider switching to a lower-viscosity “winter weight” oil if recommended for your local climate in your owners manual.
- Fuel Level: Keep your gas tank at least half full to stop moisture from condensing and freezing in the fuel lines.
- Battery Check: Cold weather drains battery power quickly. Inspect the battery, clean any corrosion off the terminals and cables, and have a parts store test the voltage/load.
- Lights & Defrosters: Make sure all headlights, tail lights, and turn signals are clean and working. Test your cabin heater and front/rear defrosters.
- Locks: Apply a small amount of approved de-icer or glycerin into the keyholes to keep locks from freezing shut.
- Tire Pressure & Tread: Cold drops tire pressure (aim for recommended PSI). Check tread depth with a penny or quarter test.
- Winter Tires: Consider swapping to dedicated winter tires for superior cold-weather grip and flexibility. If your Kia has Snow Mode, test and use it on slick roads to control torque and minimize wheel slip.
- Wiper Blades: Upgrade to winter wiper blades that resist ice buildup.
- Pack a roadside kit with a window scraper, de-icer spray, jumper cables, blankets, flashlights, gloves, and a bag of cat litter or sand for emergency traction.
Show your Kia vehicle some extra love this season with these winter car care tips. See what you can do to be prepared for winter driving. And remember, the experts at your Bridgewater Kia can help you with all your vehicle parts, service and maintenance needs. Learn more.
Visit Bridgewater Kia to get special offers on winter-izing your Kia. Call our service specialists at 732-554-0700 or visit us near Middlesex today.
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