Five MAZDA Service Essentials for Summer

Winter is upon us, so it’s time to schedule a Mazda service. As the temperature drops and the weather grows ever more unpredictable, ensuring your car is ready for anything is essential. Today, Scott Mazda is taking a moment to outline a few winter maintenance essentials for your vehicle that will help this season. more Tire Service Tires are where the rubber literally meets the road, but in wintertime, they’ll also encounter snow, slush, salt, and other conditions that can rob them of traction. We’ll start by examining tread depth to ensure the tread is capable of providing optimal traction, check tire pressure, and rotate the tires if it’s time. Switch to Winter Tires All-season tires are fine for winter weather, but there’s a catch: they must have the proper tread depth. If your tires are getting old, this is prime time to replace them. You may consider winter tires engineered for lower temperatures and improved traction in the ice and snow. Inspect Brakes While your brakes should be largely impervious to cold, it’s still a good idea to inspect them. Between seasonal darkness and unpredictable road conditions, this is one time of year that your brakes absolutely must be on point. Install Winter Wiper Blades Snow and sleet are heavier, putting more strain on your wipers. Winter wiper blades are crafted to wipe away snow and ice and maintain even pressure throughout freezing temperatures. Check and Change Fluids Of course, it’s always a good time to check and change your oil, coolant, wiper fluid, and a host of other Mazda parts. Some of these have special winter formulations that prevent freezing or improve viscosity, so ask a technician while you’re here. Schedule a Maintenance Appointment with Scott MAZDA If you’re looking to schedule a maintenance appointment for your Mazda vehicle, look no further than Scott Mazda. Our expert technicians will provide top-notch service and make sure your car continues to run smoothly. We’ll make sure you start the season off right!

When the time comes to schedule Mazda service, don’t overlook the brakes. They are a critical system within your vehicle for ensuring safety and driver control, and Scott Mazda is sharing everything you need to know about caring for them this Brake Safety Awareness Month. Why Do You Need Regular Brake Service? The braking system has many different parts, and they all work together to ensure your vehicle comes to a quick and responsive stop when you’re behind the wheel. However, because it’s such an essential system, you need to ensure you care for it properly. It’s always a good idea to check your Mazda auto manual to know when to bring your vehicle in for car service and care, including brake service. Some of the most common brake services you’ll want to schedule include brake fluid fill-ups, brake pad replacements for when the pads wear down, and brake inspections so you can rest assured that everything is in working order. Signs You Need Brake Service One of the best ways to care for your vehicle between appointments is to familiarize yourself with indications of wear or damage so that you can address them as soon as possible. You’ll want to schedule brake service for your vehicle if you notice any of the following: An increased stopping distance Squealing or grinding sounds when braking Spongey or soft brake pedal feel Indications of a brake fluid leak Pulling to one side during braking Schedule MAZDA Brake Service at Scott MAZDA in Allentown, PA Scott Mazda is here to help you navigate brake service and repair needs and much more. We provide the service and care you can trust to keep your vehicle out on the open road. Schedule reliable Mazda brake maintenance at our dealership today.

The Mazda service team at Scott Mazda is here for all your driving and ownership needs. We’re even sharing what you’ll want to do if your vehicle is recalled so that you can be prepared. Here are a few simple steps you can take to ensure your vehicle gets back out on the road as quickly and safely as possible. more Stay Calm A recall notice might seem scary, especially if you drive your family or loved ones around, but don’t worry. Recalls happen for several reasons, including faulty bulbs or required trim replacements. Most of the time, recalls are relatively quick and simple fixes that won’t affect the safety or reliability of your vehicle. You always want to take a recall seriously, but staying calm during the repair or replacement process is helpful. Verify the Information If a recall occurs, you’ll be notified in several ways. To start, you’ll be notified over the phone and through the mail. More than one recall notice will be directed to all vehicle owners, so you don’t have to worry about missing it. We provide a Mazda recall information center on our website if you want to check on any open recall notices for your current vehicle. Schedule Recall Service and Repairs Once you’ve verified that the recall notice is legitimate, you’ll want to schedule service or replacements. The time the recall service will take depends greatly on what kind of repair or replacement it is. Check the notice for details, then call our team for an appointment for recall service on the books. Visit Scott MAZDA for MAZDA Recall Support in Allentown From the first test drive to your first recall notice, Scott Mazda is here to help. Visit our dealership to get the care you deserve after a recall and to hit the road with peace of mind on your next great adventure.