Maintenance

Cars that last over a decade have one thing in common: preventive maintenance.

Throughout the life of your vehicle, the manufacturer expects you to visit an automotive service center for factory scheduled maintenance. This includes common services like oil changes and tire rotations, as well as component inspections at certain mileage intervals. You may also need to replace certain system parts, like brake pads and rotors, as identified in your owner's manual.

At McDonald Tire #2, we offer lube oil and filter changes; tire rotations; wheel balancing; wheel alignments; brake services; and suspension services.

Following your maintenance schedule not only helps you get the longest life from your vehicle, it also keeps your car or truck covered under the factory warranty and extended warranties.

It makes sense. Your car manufacturer doesn't want to pay for a vehicle that hasn't been taken care of properly.

Automotive and tire maintenance saves you money in the long run by reducing the chance for unexpected problems and ensuring you're covered if something goes wrong.

Tire & Oil Change Seasonal Maintenance in Baton Rouge, LA

One way to keep your vehicle at its best no matter the temperature outside is with seasonal maintenance. An automotive service provider will optimize your vehicle for the winter or spring. 

Seasonal winter car maintenance items include:

• Changing oil to a winter-suitable velocity
• Switch to winter tires

Seasonal spring / summer car maintenance items include:

• Switch back to all-season or summer tires
• Change oil and filter

At McDonald Tire #2, we can assist with seasonal tire changes and oil changes to keep your vehicle rolling through the warmer and colder months.

Where Do I Go for Preventive Maintenance in Baton Rouge, LA?

You might think your best bet is to go to the nearest dealer in Baton Rouge, LA for car care. However, you don't need a dealer to keep your factory warranty valid. That's been true since 1975, thanks to something called the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. The Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act protects you when choosing where to go for automotive service. Under it, you're allowed to go to an independent automotive service center and use aftermarket parts for repairs and maintenance. Your factory warranty will remain intact as long as you follow the maintenance schedule.

McDonald Tire #2 provides preventive maintenance for Baton Rouge, LA, Denham Springs, LA, Central, LA, and surrounding areas.

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Learn About Automotive Maintenance Services

Common maintenance services we offer include but are not limited to:

• Lube & Oil Change: An oil change is one of the most common maintenance services requested, with good reason. Your car requires lubrication so its mechanical parts work seamlessly together. Without good motor oil, friction will cause wear and tear on the metal parts as they work together. This could eventually lead to your engine overheating. An oil change is necessary because oil becomes dirty over time. Oil change intervals vary depending on whether you use synthetic or regular oil and how frequently you drive.
• Tire Rotation: During this service, a technician changes where tires are installed. Changing tire positions is important, because tires wear at different rates depending on their location. For example, the front right tire might hit pot holes frequently while the front and rear left tires miss them. In addition, front tires support the weight of the engine while rear tires have a different amount of weight to support. Rotating tires, recommended around every 6 months, helps with tire performance and life.
• Wheel Alignment: It's recommended you receive a wheel alignment whenever you install new tires. You should also have your alignment checked if you notice your tires wearing out faster than expected, see irregular tire wear, notice the steering wheel is off-center, or experience issues with how the vehicle handles. Recommended alignment intervals vary but it's not unwise to have the wheel alignment inspected every other oil change or every 6,000 miles.

At McDonald Tire #2, we provide the tire and oil maintenance services you need. We're also on hand for brake and suspension work. If it's time to change the brake pads and rotors or you need suspension repairs performed, we can assist. If you have any questions, call or contact us online.

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