1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Maintenance Schedule

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1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Maintenance Schedule

What is the recommended maintenance schedule for the 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme?

Your Guide to 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Scheduled Maintenance

Take care of your Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme and it'll take care of you. If you put in the effort to keep up with proper maintenance, your Cutlass Supreme could be on the road well past the 200,000 mile mark. But how do you know what service to get and when? There's no need to guess when it's time to get Cutlass Supreme maintenance, and no need to wait until something goes wrong. Rely on the recommended maintenance schedule that’s been created just for your 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme!

The recommended maintenance schedule is put together by Oldsmobile, your vehicle manufacturer. Driving conditions, climate variations, and other variables can affect which scheduled maintenance services you’ll need; in most cases, though, recommended maintenance will consist of services like oil changes, tire rotations, brake pad replacement, filter changes, and fluid checks and exchanges. Staying on track with routine service appointments can help your Cutlass Supreme perform better, keep you safer on the road, and prevent common 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme problems.

Essential Maintenance to Keep Your Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Running Newer, Longer

Head to your nearest Firestone Complete Auto Care in your 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme 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. Every Courtesy Check will include a visual inspection of your Cutlass Supreme. We’ll check your head and tail lights, fluid levels, filters, tires (and their alignment!), and windshield wiper blades. We’ll also perform a free battery check to determine your battery’s charge level.

Think you could be due for a new battery in your 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme? Batteries generally need to be replaced every three to five years. Yours may need to be replaced sooner depending on your driving habits and climate. Extremely hot or cold temperatures can take a toll on your Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme 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, your battery could die unexpectedly, leaving you and your Cutlass Supreme stranded. Your Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme won’t even be able to start with a weak battery, much less get you where you need to go.

Staying on schedule for battery replacements and motor oil changes can prevent premature wear on your 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme engine. See Oldsmobile's recommendations for oil change intervals for your 1988 Cutlass Supreme 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. A Firestone Complete Auto Care technician will be happy to help you determine the best oil change frequency for your car’s needs. We'll also help you understand what type of oil to use for your 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme.

Routine upkeep for your Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme suspension and steering 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. You can count on Firestone Complete Auto Care’s trained technicians to inspect this system and, if needed, provide the appropriate Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme 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. Prevent damage or premature wear and tear on your Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme's steering system with regular maintenance.

If you skip recommended Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme 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. 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme’s engine, and we can service your A/C system, too. Is your Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme radiator in need of replacement? We can take care of that. A/C smelling musty? We’re on it. Firestone Complete Auto Care is the place to go for 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme 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.

Questions About 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Maintenance

Take an active role in maintaining your 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme. Get answers to common Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme maintenance questions and learn more about caring for your vehicle.

  • When should I have Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme alignment checked? Check your car for pothole damage! If you’ve recently hit a pothole (or even if you don’t remember hitting one… they can be sneaky!) check your tire treads, tire sidewalls, and wheels for damage. Potholes can also knock your car out of alignment, so have your alignment checked if you suspect you’ve driven over a rough patch of road lately.
  • When should I use high mileage oil in my Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme? Do you have more than 75,000 miles on your Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme? If so, request to switch to high mileage oil at your next oil change. This type of oil is specially formulated to keep aging engine parts in the best possible condition.
  • Can I ignore dashboard lights on my Oldsmobile? It's better to get them addressed as soon as possible. An illuminated dashboard light means something in your vehicle isn't functioning like it should. Letting problems linger can mean bad news for your Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, so be sure to take your car in for service as soon as you notice an illuminated dashboard light