1985 Dodge Charger Scheduled Maintenance

When it comes to your Dodge Charger, how you treat your car makes all the difference in its performance. If you put in the effort to keep up with proper maintenance, your Charger has a good chance of hitting 200,000 miles or more. Not an expert in what services your car needs and when? No problem. Instead of waiting for an issue to arise with your Charger, you can stay ahead of problems before they even begin. Just follow your 1985 Dodge Charger maintenance schedule!

Dodge knows your vehicle inside and out (they made it, after all!), so they’ve designed this schedule with your car’s unique needs in mind. Scheduled maintenance services can vary depending on driving conditions, climate, and other factors; however, there’s a good chance that your vehicle’s recommended maintenance services will include 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 Charger running for longer, increase your vehicle safety, and help you avoid expensive repairs caused by 1985 Dodge Charger problems later.

Head to your nearest Firestone Complete Auto Care in your 1985 Dodge Charger for factory-recommended routine maintenance and a skilled technician will start the appointment with a Courtesy Check. A Courtesy Check helps "set the stage" for your service and catch any small problems before they turn into big repairs. During a Courtesy Check, we’ll always check your battery, then we’ll move on to inspect your Charger’s head and tail lights, tires, fluid levels, alignment, and windshield wipers.

Could your 1985 Dodge Charger be ready for a new battery? In general, car batteries only last three to five years. Yours may need to be replaced sooner depending on your driving habits and climate. Short trips and extreme temperatures can shorten the overall life expectancy of your Dodge Charger battery. 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. If you keep driving on a battery that can't hold a charge, you run the risk of being stranded when your battery finally gives out (and no one can predict where that might be!). Your Dodge Charger won’t even be able to start with a weak battery, much less get you where you need to go.

Staying on schedule for battery replacements and motor oil changes can help your 1985 Dodge Charger's engine run smoother. See Dodge's recommendations for oil change intervals for your 1985 Charger 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. Come in and speak with a Firestone Complete Auto Care technician to find out how often to change your oil. Not sure what type of oil to use for your 1985 Dodge Charger? We can help with that, too!

Periodic service to the steering system in your Dodge Charger can improve ride comfort and help you maintain control of your vehicle. That's important if you plan on taking the road less traveled! Trust our technicians to inspect system components and if needed, provide Dodge Charger steering and suspension services including wheel alignment, strut replacement, power steering fluid changes, ball joint lubrication, and wheel bearing replacement. Prevent damage or premature wear and tear on your Dodge Charger's steering system with regular maintenance.

If you skip recommended Dodge Charger services, you (and your engine) could quickly lose your cool when there's a problem on the road–especially if that problem is an overheated engine or broken A/C. Our technicians have you covered there, too, with the tools and expertise to care for your entire Dodge Charger cooling, heating, and climate control system. Is it time to replace the radiator in your Dodge Charger? We’ve got your back. Got a funny smell coming from your A/C? We’re on it. Firestone Complete Auto Care is your spot for 1985 Dodge Charger maintenance.

Don’t wait until something goes wrong with your car. Visit your nearest location for proactive maintenance today.