2006 GMC Savana 1500 Scheduled Maintenance

When it comes to your GMC Savana 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, your Savana 1500 has a good chance of hitting 200,000 miles or more. But how do you know what service to get and when? Instead of waiting for an issue to arise with your Savana 1500, you can stay ahead of problems before they even begin. Rely on the recommended maintenance schedule that’s been created just for your 2006 GMC Savana 1500!

The recommended maintenance schedule is put together by GMC, your vehicle manufacturer. 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 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 Savana 1500's life, increase your vehicle safety, and help you avoid expensive repairs caused by 2006 GMC Savana 1500 problems later.

Bring your 2006 GMC Savana 1500 to Firestone Complete Auto Care for factory-recommended maintenance services and our technicians will jump right in 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 Savana 1500’s head and tail lights, tires, fluid levels, alignment, and windshield wipers.

Could your 2006 GMC Savana 1500 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 Savana 1500 may need a replacement battery sooner. Extremely hot or cold temperatures can take a toll on your GMC Savana 1500 battery, and so can frequent short drives. While you could wait until your battery fails and you hear the dreaded "click," you're better off replacing it before then! 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 Savana 1500 won't be going anywhere without a strong battery.

Ensuring you always have a well-charged battery can help your car’s overall performance, and regularly scheduled oil changes can help your 2006 GMC Savana 1500's engine run smoother. See GMC's recommendations for oil change intervals for your 2006 Savana 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 2006 GMC Savana 1500.

Routine upkeep for your GMC Savana 1500 suspension and steering system can not only ensure a smooth ride; it can also help you maintain control of your car in compromised road conditions. That's important if you plan on taking the road less traveled! Bring your car to Firestone Complete Auto Care, where our technicians can check your car’s steering components and, if necessary, provide the appropriate GMC Savana 1500 steering and suspension services. This can include things like power steering fluid replacement, wheel alignment adjustments, replacement of struts and wheel bearings, and ball joint lubrication. To keep your car running at its best, it’s essential to have regular maintenance services on your GMC Savana 1500's steering and suspension system.

Without routine GMC Savana 1500 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. Our technicians have you covered there, too, with the tools and expertise to care for your entire GMC Savana 1500 cooling, heating, and climate control system. Is it time to replace the radiator in your GMC Savana 1500? We got it. Got a funny smell coming from your A/C? We’re on it. Firestone Complete Auto Care is the place to go for 2006 GMC Savana 1500 maintenance.

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