1997 Land Rover Defender 90 Maintenance

You want your Land Rover Defender 90 to last as long as possible. If you put in the effort to keep up with proper maintenance, you could hit 200,000 miles (or beyond!) in your Defender 90. So, you want to care for your car, but you’re not sure when to get certain services. It can be overwhelming, but fortunately, there’s a resource that takes the guesswork out of routine Defender 90 maintenance. It’s as easy as following the recommended maintenance schedule that’s been written specifically for your 1997 Land Rover Defender 90!

Land Rover 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 Defender 90 running for longer, keep you safer on the road, and help you avoid expensive repairs caused by 1997 Land Rover Defender 90 problems later.

Come to Firestone Complete Auto Care for manufacturer-recommended routine maintenance on your 1997 Land Rover Defender 90 and a skilled technician will start the appointment with a Courtesy Check. This Courtesy Check can establish a baseline of what may need to be addressed during your service appointment. During a Courtesy Check, we’ll always check your battery, then we’ll move on to inspect your Defender 90’s head and tail lights, tires, fluid levels, alignment, and windshield wipers.

Think you could be due for a new battery in your 1997 Land Rover Defender 90? Batteries generally need to be replaced every three to five years. Depending on the climate where you live and your habits while driving, your Defender 90 may need a replacement battery sooner. Extremely hot or cold temperatures can take a toll on your Land Rover Defender 90 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! Otherwise, you may find yourself (and your trusty Defender 90) stuck in the middle of nowhere. Your Land Rover Defender 90 won't be going anywhere without a strong battery.

Staying on schedule for battery replacements and motor oil changes can support your engine’s overall performance and keep your 1997 Land Rover Defender 90 running newer, longer. Reference the chart toward the top of the page if you're not sure about the optimal oil change intervals for your 1997 Defender 90. 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 1997 Land Rover Defender 90? We can help with that, too!

Maintaining your Land Rover Defender 90 steering and suspension system can help you keep control of your vehicle at all times (plus, it can make for a smoother ride!). That's important if you plan on taking the road less traveled! Trust our technicians to inspect system components and if needed, provide Land Rover Defender 90 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 Land Rover Defender 90's steering and suspension system.

If you fall behind on routine Land Rover Defender 90 maintenance (or worse, don’t do it at all!), you might find yourself with a hot mess on your hands – quite literally. A damaged A/C system is never fun, and an overheated engine can cause significant issues (like a total car breakdown!). Don’t sweat it, though! Our technicians can take care of those issues, too. At Firestone Complete Auto Care, we have what it takes to provide top-notch service for your Land Rover Defender 90 engine heating and cooling systems, as well as your air conditioning. Need a new Land Rover Defender 90 radiator? We can take care of that. Is your A/C blowing hot air? We’re on it. Firestone Complete Auto Care is the place to go for 1997 Land Rover Defender 90 maintenance.

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