Springfield Auto Repair

If you love your car and want to protect its value and longevity, you'll want to take proper care of it. You might wonder, "how am I supposed to do that?" With preventative maintenance - of course! A trained, qualified technician with the expertise and high-quality equipment should perform most of the care on your car. However, you should still pay attention to what's going on under the hood from time to time. You can do some of the following simple checks and procedures at home: Change the oil and oil filter  The owner's manual for your vehicle will designate precisely how often you should get your oil changed. However, a good rule of thumb is to change it every 3,000 to 5,000 miles (conventional oil). Regardless, you should still inspect your oil using the dipstick under the hood. Some things to look for are level, color, and consistency. If any of these look unusual, you should take your vehicle to J&S Automotive ASAP. Check all the other fluids Yo ... read more