Your Ford’s Most Essential Maintenance Items

Whether you have a car, truck, van, or SUV, keeping up with regular maintenance is a crucial part of vehicle ownership. Let your guard down and you could end up with a costly problem further down the road, or even a weakness that puts the safety of you and your passengers in jeopardy. Because maintenance is so important, you want to think carefully about who you bring your vehicle to. There are a lot of factors to keep in mind when making this big decision.

You certainly want to work with a service center you trust—one that’s properly certified and staffed with skilled technicians who know their way around an engine. But you also want to make sure that getting service is convenient. If it’s hard to get an appointment that fits your schedule or you always dread going in and waiting too long in an uncomfortable waiting room, you’ll be more likely to put maintenance off, which can put extra strain on your vehicle and lead to serious issues. Luckily, we here at McCluskey Chevrolet have everything you need on hand, and we’re proud to be your go-to Ford service center in Cincinnati.

We may be a Chevy dealer, but all makes and models are welcome in our service bays, including Fords. We’re open seven days a week and offer late-night hours so we can accommodate everyone, and our competitive prices and complimentary car washes will keep you coming back again and again. You can relax in our lounge, which offers complimentary snacks and drinks as well as high-speed Wi-Fi, while our expert technicians solve all of your automotive problems and keep your vehicle running in tip-top shape.

So, let’s walk you through some of your Ford’s most essential maintenance items and why you should take care of them here.

Oil Change

Unless you own an EV like a Mustang Mach-E or F-150 Lightning, you’ll need regular oil changes to keep your engine in good working order. It’s important to come in promptly when you’re due for an oil change since old oil can cause real engine damage with time. That’s why it’s nice to have a service center conveniently located right here in Cincinnati. We accept both appointments and drive-ins, so whether you like to plan ahead or be spontaneous, you can easily stay on top of your oil change schedule.

Tire Rotation

Every time you come in for an oil change, you’ll want to get a tire rotation as well—and for this service, it doesn’t matter whether your Ford runs on gas, diesel, or pure electric power: the tires will wear down all the same. If tires wear down unevenly, they don’t last as long, and you have to pay to replace them more than necessary. So getting your tires changed regularly both keeps you safe on the road and keeps your hard-earned cash in your pocket.

Multi-Point Inspection

Oil changes and tire rotations are important in and of themselves, but performing them regularly also has an added advantage: you’ll be getting your Ford inspected regularly. With a multi-point inspection, our technicians will take a comprehensive look at all of your vehicle’s essential systems, from the brakes to the windshield wipers to the belts and hoses that keep your engine working.

At the end, you’ll get a full breakdown that shows you the current state of your vehicle’s health, so you know which parts are doing well, which are worth keeping an eye on, and which need attention right away. Problems can’t lurk in the background waiting to strike in the middle of your commute to work or ruin your fun night in downtown Cincy if you stay proactive by getting regular inspections.

Brake Service

Whether you go on joyrides in a Mustang, tow heavy trailers with an F-150, or transport your family around town in an Explorer, your brakes are absolutely vital. If you can’t stop reliably, you’re not safe out on the road. So if you hear a funny noise or think something feels a bit off when you’re coming to a stop, you should bring your Ford to our service center right away.

We offer all major brands of brake parts for all makes and models, so if you need new pads, we’ll replace them with parts that are built to last and will serve you well for the long haul. We also offer the lowest brake prices, guaranteed, so you can rest easy that getting your rotors resurfaced or fluid flushed won’t be too hard of a hit to your wallet.

Battery Service

Any Cincinnatian who has needed to jump-start their engine on a cold winter morning knows how important it is to keep your car battery in good working order. A battery check is part of a multi-point inspection, so if you come in for service regularly, we’ll keep an eye on your battery’s condition for you. If your Ford is starting to get older, then one of these tests may result in a recommendation to replace it. In that case, don’t panic; you’re already in the right place to get a great deal on a replacement battery and installation, and we’ll work swiftly to get you back on the road ASAP.

Diagnostics

Part of your maintenance obligations is bringing your Ford into the shop for regularly scheduled visits, from frequent oil changes to far-between services like spark plug replacements. But some things pop up out of the blue, so if you ever have any reason to think your vehicle may need service, don’t hesitate to bring it in. Whether you’ve just seen the dreaded “check engine” light, you hear a strange noise while driving, or you just have a funny feeling that something is off, you can tell us what’s bothering you, and we’ll be on the job.

Using state-of-the-art technology, our technicians can run diagnostics on your vehicle and get to the heart of the problem. Not only will we let you know what needs to be done to fix it, but we’ll also communicate openly from start to finish so you can fully understand what’s going on and make an informed decision about how you want to move forward.

See Us for Your Ford’s Maintenance Needs

We’ve only scratched the surface of what we offer here at McCluskey Chevrolet. In addition to our service center, we also have a body shop that can take care of cosmetic damage and a certified collision center that can help you bounce back from an accident. Basically, we can handle just about any of your automotive needs, big or small. Not only will we address any issues with skill and care, but we’ll also do it for the best price in town.

If you have any reason to come in for service, schedule an appointment today! You can do that here on our website, or you can give us a call if you prefer to ask questions over the phone. Our convenient Cincinnati location serves all makes and models, including your Ford, and is here for you seven days a week, often until 3:00 AM. Our skilled technicians work in two shifts so that you can get quality care whenever you need it. Work with us once and you’ll see why drivers throughout Ohio trust us with their auto maintenance.