1996 GMC C1500 Maintenance

You want your GMC C1500 to last as long as possible. If you put in the effort to keep up with proper maintenance, your C1500 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 C1500, you can stay ahead of problems before they even begin. Rely on the recommended maintenance schedule that’s been created just for your 1996 GMC C1500!

The recommended maintenance schedule is put together by GMC, your vehicle manufacturer. Driving conditions, climate variations, and other variables can affect which scheduled maintenance services you’ll need; however, recommended maintenance usually includes services like tire rotations, vital fluid checks/exchanges, filter changes, brake pad replacement, and oil changes. Staying on track with routine service appointments can help your C1500 perform better, decrease your risk of dangerous malfunctions on the road, and maybe even save you the headache of dealing with common 1996 GMC C1500 problems in the future.

Come to Firestone Complete Auto Care for manufacturer-recommended routine maintenance on your 1996 GMC C1500 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 C1500’s head and tail lights, tires, fluid levels, alignment, and windshield wipers.

Could your 1996 GMC C1500 be ready for a new battery? In general, car batteries only last three to five years. There’s a chance you’ll need a replacement sooner, but it depends on the climate in your area as well as your driving habits. Extremely hot or cold temperatures can take a toll on your GMC C1500 battery, and so can frequent short drives. 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 GMC C1500 won’t even be able to start with a weak battery, much less get you where you need to go.

In addition to maintaining a strong battery, investing in regular oil changes can help your 1996 GMC C1500's engine run smoother. See GMC's recommendations for oil change intervals for your 1996 C1500 in the chart at the top of this page. Don’t forget, though, that weather conditions in your area or your personal driving habits can affect this interval. Come in and speak with a Firestone Complete Auto Care technician to find out how often to change your oil. We'll also help you understand what type of oil to use for your 1996 GMC C1500.

Maintaining your GMC C1500 steering and suspension 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. Bring your car to Firestone Complete Auto Care, where our technicians can check your car’s steering components and, if necessary, provide GMC C1500 steering and suspension services including wheel alignment, strut replacement, power steering fluid changes, ball joint lubrication, and wheel bearing replacement. To keep your car running at its best, it’s essential to have regular maintenance services on your GMC C1500's steering and suspension system.

If you skip recommended GMC C1500 services, you could be feeling the heat on the road – literally! A malfunctioning A/C system or overheating engine can wreak havoc on your car. Our technicians have you covered there, too, with the tools and expertise to care for your entire GMC C1500 cooling, heating, and climate control system. Need a new GMC C1500 radiator? We got it. A/C smelling musty? We'll fix it. Firestone Complete Auto Care is your spot for 1996 GMC C1500 maintenance.

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