2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Maintenance

When it comes to your Chevrolet Silverado 1500, how you treat your car makes all the difference in its performance. If you put in the effort to keep up with proper maintenance, you could hit 200,000 miles (or beyond!) in your Silverado 1500. Not an expert in what services your car needs and when? No problem. Instead of waiting for an issue to arise with your Silverado 1500, you can stay ahead of problems before they even begin. Just follow your 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 maintenance schedule!

This recommended maintenance schedule is written by the auto manufacturer, Chevrolet themselves. Scheduled maintenance services can vary depending on driving conditions, climate, and other factors; however, recommended maintenance usually includes services like fluid exchanges, filter changes, new brake pads, oil changes, and tire rotations. Keeping up with routine service appointments is a great way to keep your Silverado 1500 running for longer, keep you safer on the road, and maybe even save you the headache of dealing with common 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 problems in the future.

Come to Firestone Complete Auto Care for manufacturer-recommended routine maintenance on your 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and a skilled technician will start the appointment with a Courtesy Check. This Courtesy Check can establish a baseline of what may need to be addressed during your service appointment. During a Courtesy Check, we’ll always check your battery, then we’ll move on to inspect your Silverado 1500’s head and tail lights, tires, fluid levels, alignment, and windshield wipers.

Maybe it's time to find a new auto battery for your 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. In general, car batteries only last three to five years. Depending on the climate where you live and your habits while driving, your Silverado 1500 may need a replacement battery sooner. Extremely hot or cold temperatures can take a toll on your Chevrolet Silverado 1500 battery, and so can frequent short drives. It can be tempting to try and get as much life out of your battery as possible, but it’s smart to check it regularly and replace it before it gets too weak. Otherwise, your battery could die unexpectedly, leaving you and your Silverado 1500 stranded. Your Chevrolet Silverado 1500 could quickly go from being a trusty ride to a source of stress in a matter of minutes.

Ensuring you always have a well-charged battery can help your car’s overall performance, and regularly scheduled oil changes can support your engine’s overall performance and keep your 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 running newer, longer. See Chevrolet's recommendations for oil change intervals for your 2017 Silverado 1500 in the chart at the top of this page. Remember, things like average outside temperature or frequency of trips could increase or decrease this interval for your specific vehicle. A Firestone Complete Auto Care technician will be happy to help you determine the best oil change frequency for your car’s needs. We can also answer any questions you have about what type of oil to use for your 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500.

Routine upkeep for your Chevrolet Silverado 1500 suspension and steering system can improve ride comfort and help you maintain control of your vehicle. When it comes to steering and suspension, you want to catch small problems before they turn into big (and expensive) ones. Trust our technicians to inspect system components and if needed, perform Chevrolet Silverado 1500 suspension and steering services. These might include wheel alignment, power steering fluid flushes and replenishments, ball joint lubrication, wheel bearing replacement, and strut replacement. To keep your car running at its best, it’s essential to have regular maintenance services on your Chevrolet Silverado 1500's steering and suspension system.

If you skip recommended Chevrolet Silverado 1500 services, you might find yourself with a hot mess on your hands – quite literally. A damaged A/C system is never fun, and an overheated engine can cause significant issues (like a total car breakdown!). Our technicians have you covered there, too, with the tools and expertise to care for your entire Chevrolet Silverado 1500 cooling, heating, and climate control system. Is your Chevrolet Silverado 1500 radiator in need of replacement? We’ve got your back. Got a funny smell coming from your A/C? We'll fix it. Firestone Complete Auto Care is your one-stop shop for 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 maintenance and repairs.

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