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RAM maintenance replaces worn parts, fixes minor issues, and helps increase vehicle life and performance. As your local RAM dealer in Highland Park, we want to give you some samples of the types of services we can provide when you need them.
Belt and Hoses Service
Your RAM has a belt and several hoses, each of which plays a vital role in your vehicle’s performance. The serpentine belt connects to the crankshaft. The crankshaft turns when you drive, the belt runs across several pulleys, and this causes them to spin and power systems like the alternator and the AC compressor.
The main hoses in your vehicle are the fuel hose, two radiator hoses, the power steering hose, and the heater hose. These hoses are made from high-quality rubber for flexibility and strength. Hoses can wear out or crack, and this will cause fluid leaks into your engine. Our technicians will check these components for damage and replace them if necessary.
Auto Inspection
Like an annual health checkup with your doctor, your RAM benefits from a regular inspection. Our RAM-trained technicians are experts at diagnosis and repair and will carefully examine several of the most important systems and components in your vehicle. They can easily identify an issue and repair it while your vehicle is in the shop. This saves you money by preventing a small issue from turning into a potentially serious problem requiring an expensive repair.
Some of the systems checked include fluid levels, belts, hoses, tires, and brake pads. They complete a checklist and identify components that are working correctly, those that will need replacement soon, and components that require immediate replacement. After a successful inspection, you can drive peace of mind as you’ll know your RAM is working as efficiently as possible.
Tire Rotation
A tire rotation helps reduce tire wear and tear. Your tires naturally abrade as you drive, but they suffer additional and avoidable damage due to their positions on your RAM. Each tire position produces a different wear pattern, and a tire that continues to wear on the same sections will either leak or blow out.
During this process, we shift each tire to a different position on your vehicle. The new position each tire moves to depends on the type of drivetrain on your vehicle. On an FWD, for example, the front tires move directly to the rear, while the rear tires move to the front and change sides. This allows your tires to wear down at a relatively similar rate, helping extend tire life.
If you’d like to know more about our maintenance or to book maintenance for your RAM, contact our service department today at Bill Snethkamp CDJR in Highland Park, MI.
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