5 Reasons

To Keep Your Car Well-Maintained

To most drivers in Rapid City, their vehicle is essential for daily life—getting to work, picking up the kids, and everything in between. But with busy schedules, it’s easy to let regular maintenance slide. The problem is, neglecting those small upkeep tasks can lead to costly repairs and unexpected breakdowns later. To help you avoid trouble and keep your vehicle performing its best, Al’s D & I Repair highlights five key reasons to stay on top of car maintenance.

01

SAFETY:
A well-maintained car doesn’t put you and your passengers at unnecessary risk. Think brakes, headlamps, tires.

02

BETTER FUEL ECONOMY:
Regular maintenance is an investment in optimum fuel economy. Inadequate tire pressure, a dirty fuel system, and a clogged air filter are just a few things that reduce gas mileage.

03

PRESERVE YOUR RESALE VALUE:
How many Rapid City used car buyers will pay full blue book for a car with a filthy engine, clogged filters and bald tires?

04

PRESERVE YOUR WARRANTY: 
Your warranty claims may be denied if your service history doesn’t fulfill the minimum requirements recommended by the auto maker.

05

SAVE YOUR MONEY:
Regular maintenance prevents catastrophic, expensive repairs.

Here are some Al’s D & I Repair tips to help you remember the main items; First, fluids—oil, transmission fluid, coolant, power steering fluid, brake fluid, differential fluid, etc. We can take care of all of these for you at Al’s D & I Repair in Rapid City. Next,  think Tires—air, rotation, balancing, and alignment. And while you’re thinking tires, think brakes and shock absorbers. Next, look at air and fuel. Air filter replacement, fuel filters and Al’s D & I Repair fuel system cleaning.

This doesn’t cover everything, but your Al’s D & I Repair service professional will help you with the rest.