1986 Plymouth Caravelle Maintenance Schedule

You want your Plymouth Caravelle 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 Caravelle. But how do you know what service to get and when? Instead of waiting for an issue to arise with your Caravelle, you can stay ahead of problems before they even begin. Rely on the recommended maintenance schedule that’s been created just for your 1986 Plymouth Caravelle!

The recommended maintenance schedule is put together by Plymouth, your vehicle manufacturer. Depending on driving conditions and climate in your area (as well as other contributing factors, like your personal travel habits), your car’s scheduled maintenance needs may vary; however, recommended maintenance usually includes services like fluid exchanges, filter changes, new brake pads, oil changes, and tire rotations. Keeping up with routine service appointments is a great way to keep your Caravelle running for longer, decrease your risk of dangerous malfunctions on the road, and prevent common 1986 Plymouth Caravelle problems.

Come to Firestone Complete Auto Care for manufacturer-recommended routine maintenance on your 1986 Plymouth Caravelle and our technicians will jump right in 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 Caravelle’s head and tail lights, tires, fluid levels, alignment, and windshield wipers.

Could your 1986 Plymouth Caravelle be ready for a new battery? 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 Plymouth Caravelle 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. Otherwise, your battery could die unexpectedly, leaving you and your Caravelle stranded. Your Plymouth Caravelle won’t even be able to start with a weak battery, much less get you where you need to go.

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 1986 Plymouth Caravelle engine. Reference the chart toward the top of the page if you're not sure about the optimal oil change intervals for your 1986 Caravelle. 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 1986 Plymouth Caravelle.

Periodic service to the steering system in your Plymouth Caravelle 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! Bring your car to Firestone Complete Auto Care, where our technicians can check your car’s steering components and, if necessary, perform Plymouth Caravelle suspension and steering services. These might include wheel alignment, power steering fluid flushes and replenishments, ball joint lubrication, wheel bearing replacement, and strut replacement. To keep your car running at its best, it’s essential to have regular maintenance services on your Plymouth Caravelle's steering and suspension system.

If you fall behind on routine Plymouth Caravelle maintenance (or worse, don’t do it at all!), 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 Plymouth Caravelle cooling, heating, and climate control system. Is your Plymouth Caravelle radiator in need of replacement? We can take care of that. A/C smelling musty? We'll fix it. Firestone Complete Auto Care is the place to go for 1986 Plymouth Caravelle maintenance.

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