Oil Changes

Of all the maintenance services that help ensure vehicle longevity, oil changes are at the top. Having timely oil changes helps protect the engine parts from premature wear caused by excessive friction during operation. It is a critical component in keeping the engine cool as you drive around Ballinger.

Over time, engine oil gets murky. As it cycles through the engine, it picks up dust, dirt, and fine metal particles, changing its original amber color to a dark brown and thickening its consistency. These changes make the oil less effective at cooling the engine and, if unchanged, can cause premature wear of engine parts, leading to expensive repairs and engine failure. Your vehicle's manual will tell you how often you should get an oil change. Many of the newer Ford models will also alert you when it's time, too.

Brake Servicing

The brake system is one of the most critical safety components on all vehicles. Making sure the brake system is well maintained is essential to making sure drivers can stop when needed, especially when trying to avoid accidents.

When the brake pads run low, a scraping sound will be evident when stopping or putting pressure on the brakes. If left unattended, the sound will get louder and become a grinding noise, indicating the brake pads are no longer effective and the brakes are functioning with metal on metal. This causes damage to the rotors and other brake components and is a safety hazard. Failure to have timely brake pad replacements often leads to costly repairs.

For San Angelo drivers who do extensive in-town driving and those who do a lot of stop-and-go driving, including daily rush hour traffic driving, brake pads will wear down quicker and should be replaced more frequently.