Road Trip Tips
at Dahl Ford Davenport
Are you thinking about taking a summer road trip? With so many landmarks in the state of Iowa, road trips should be at the top of your list. And if you're worried about whether your car is ready for a long trip, just know our Davenport Ford dealer has you covered. The Dahl Ford Davenport service center has a road trip-ready checklist to ensure you and your vehicle are safe for the road ahead. You can simply stop in today and let our team inspect your ride or check out our road trip checklist below!
How to Prepare a Car for a Road Trip
No matter if you drive a Ford Escape, Explorer or F-150 in Iowa, we can still prepare your vehicle for a road trip. To make it easy on yourself, feel free to schedule Ford service in Davenport and tell us that you're planning a long trip. Our team will be able to offer you genuine Ford parts and auto accessories to make sure your upcoming road trip is even more special. As for our road trip checklist, we'll make sure to:
- Check the brakes
- Inspect the tires
- Verify lights and electrical equipment are working
- Top off fluids and replace filters
- Inspect the belts and hoses
- Check your car's battery
- And more!
Other Road Trip Tips in Davenport, IA
Before you hit the freeway, it's imperative to check all four tires for any cuts or gouges. You should also check tire pressure and listen closely to the brakes for any odd noises if you're inspecting the vehicle yourself. It's also good to replace wiper blades and replenish windshield cleaner. Wondering if you can take a high-mileage car on a road trip? If you've been keeping up with routine car maintenance and your vehicle is in good mechanical shape, then you should have no problems taking an older car on a road trip.
If you're searching for summer Ford service or have more questions about preparing a car for a road trip, visit us or contact Dahl Ford Davenport today. We'd be more than happy to get your vehicle road trip ready at our Iowa Ford service center!
