1987 GMC V1500 Suburban Maintenance

You want your GMC V1500 Suburban to last as long as possible. With proactive maintenance, you could hit 200,000 miles (or beyond!) in your V1500 Suburban. Not an expert in what services your car needs and when? No problem. It can be overwhelming, but fortunately, there’s a resource that takes the guesswork out of routine V1500 Suburban maintenance. It’s as easy as following the recommended maintenance schedule that’s been written specifically for your 1987 GMC V1500 Suburban!

GMC 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, recommended maintenance usually includes services like tire rotations, vital fluid checks/exchanges, filter changes, brake pad replacement, and oil changes. Keeping up with routine service appointments is a great way to keep your V1500 Suburban running for longer, keep you safer on the road, and help you avoid expensive repairs caused by 1987 GMC V1500 Suburban problems later.

Head to your nearest Firestone Complete Auto Care in your 1987 GMC V1500 Suburban for factory-recommended routine maintenance and a skilled technician will start the appointment 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. During a Courtesy Check, we’ll always check your battery, then we’ll move on to inspect your V1500 Suburban’s head and tail lights, tires, fluid levels, alignment, and windshield wipers.

Maybe it's time to find a new auto battery for your 1987 GMC V1500 Suburban. 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 GMC V1500 Suburban 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. Otherwise, you may find yourself (and your trusty V1500 Suburban) stuck in the middle of nowhere. Your GMC V1500 Suburban 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 prevent premature wear on your 1987 GMC V1500 Suburban engine. To learn how often GMC recommends you have the oil changed in your 1987 V1500 Suburban, check out the information table at the beginning of this page. Keep in mind that your oil change interval could be different given your driving style and climate. Talk to a Firestone Complete Auto Care technician to know when to change your oil. Not sure what type of oil to use for your 1987 GMC V1500 Suburban? We can help with that, too!

Maintaining your GMC V1500 Suburban steering and suspension 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! You can count on Firestone Complete Auto Care’s trained technicians to inspect this system and, if needed, provide GMC V1500 Suburban 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 GMC V1500 Suburban's steering system with regular maintenance.

If you skip recommended GMC V1500 Suburban 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. 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 GMC V1500 Suburban’s engine, and we can service your A/C system, too. Is it time to replace the radiator in your GMC V1500 Suburban? We got it. Got a funny smell coming from your A/C? We’re on it. Firestone Complete Auto Care is your spot for 1987 GMC V1500 Suburban maintenance.

We can help you keep your vehicle (and your life!) running smoothly. Many of our locations have weekend and evening hours for your convenience.