1986 Dodge W250 Scheduled Maintenance

Take care of your Dodge W250 and it'll take care of you. With proactive maintenance, your W250 has a good chance of hitting 200,000 miles or more. But how do you know what service to get and when? It can be overwhelming, but fortunately, there’s a resource that takes the guesswork out of routine W250 maintenance. Just follow your 1986 Dodge W250 maintenance schedule!

This recommended maintenance schedule is written by the auto manufacturer, Dodge themselves. Scheduled maintenance services can vary depending on driving conditions, climate, and other factors; however, recommended maintenance usually includes services like tire rotations, vital fluid checks/exchanges, filter changes, brake pad replacement, and oil changes. Scheduling routine service appointments is one of the best ways to help extend your W250's life, decrease your risk of dangerous malfunctions on the road, and help you avoid expensive repairs caused by 1986 Dodge W250 problems later.

Head to your nearest Firestone Complete Auto Care in your 1986 Dodge W250 for factory-recommended routine maintenance and our technicians will jump right in with a Courtesy Check. The Courtesy Check helps us see what we’re working with under the hood, and allows us to alert you to any potential problems before they worsen. Each Courtesy Check includes a free battery test and an inspection of your W250's windshield wiper blades, head and tail lights, filters, fluid levels, tires, and alignment.

Could your 1986 Dodge W250 be ready for a new battery? If your current battery is more than three years old, it may be time for a replacement (batteries typically last somewhere between three and five years). Depending on the climate where you live and your habits while driving, your W250 may need a replacement battery sooner. Short trips and extreme temperatures can shorten the overall life expectancy of your Dodge W250 battery. Sure, you could wait until your battery is completely dead, but it’s a much wiser decision to replace it before you need to. 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 W250 could quickly go from being a trusty ride to a source of stress in a matter of minutes.

In addition to maintaining a strong battery, investing in regular oil changes can help your 1986 Dodge W250's engine run smoother. Reference the chart toward the top of the page if you're not sure about the optimal oil change intervals for your 1986 W250. Don’t forget, though, that weather conditions in your area or your personal driving habits can affect this interval. A Firestone Complete Auto Care technician will be happy to help you determine the best oil change frequency for your car’s needs. Not sure what type of oil to use for your 1986 Dodge W250? We can help with that, too!

Periodic service to the steering system in your Dodge W250 can improve ride comfort and help you maintain control of your vehicle. Don’t let a misalignment or pulling steering wheel put you in danger. Bring your car to Firestone Complete Auto Care, where our technicians can check your car’s steering components and, if necessary, perform Dodge W250 suspension and steering services. These might include wheel alignment, power steering fluid flushes and replenishments, ball joint lubrication, wheel bearing replacement, and strut replacement. Prevent damage or premature wear and tear on your Dodge W250's steering system with regular maintenance.

Without routine Dodge W250 maintenance, you could be feeling the heat on the road – literally! A malfunctioning A/C system or overheating engine can wreak havoc on your car. We can help you with all those issues. Our technicians have the knowledge and tools to repair and maintain the heating and cooling systems for your Dodge W250’s engine, and we can service your A/C system, too. Is it time to replace the radiator in your Dodge W250? We’ve got your back. Got a funny smell coming from your A/C? We’re here to fix that, too. Firestone Complete Auto Care is your spot for 1986 Dodge W250 maintenance.

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