When it comes to routine maintenance on your sports car, whether it be a Ford Mustang, a Dodge Challenger or Dodge Charger, it is best to stick to a routine maintenance schedule in regard to oil changes, tire rotations, and car care needs. If you choose to do things yourself and save money, this guide will give you a brief rundown on the types of routine maintenance work. Regular maintenance is very important to keep your sports car operating smoothly and performing well. Most of us drive a sports car like a Mustang because we like a car that performs above your average daily driver, but to keep things that way, regular maintenance is essential.
There are several things to consider when maintaining your whip. First, you should keep up on regularly so it doesn't break down or cause serious issues down the road, but you might also find a way of improving your car's overall performance at the same time. We are going to cover a few simple things you need to be mindful of as you put miles on your sports car.
You can use the famous coin test to check your tire's tread depth. Most people do not attribute enough credit to the tires when it comes to their car's overall performance. Tires are what are in contact with the ground when you are stopping. Plus, their performance in the rain varies from brand to brand. Tires need to be properly inflated because under-inflated tires will use more gas, as well as build up heat and could lead to a blowout at sustained speeds. Also, tires will wear unevenly so be sure to rotate them. Many people rotate with every oil change.
Most synthetic oils go a lot farther than conventional oils. They will last five to ten thousand miles. If you drive your car hard or take it to the track, then you will want to change it sooner. Premium brands show to reduce wear and reduce friction but if you have the budget and drive your Mustang hard, you may want to consider them. At 100K miles you will want to change your automatic transmission fluid and change the rear end oil. Going with high-quality synthetic oil can increase your overall efficiency.
When you hear the squeal, then it's about time to replace your brakes and turn your rotors; more often if you ever put your car on the racetrack. The same goes for your rotors and brake fluid. You would be surprised at the difference a set of aggressive pads and rotors make in your braking distance and feel.
All along the way, you should keep an eye on all your various lights (headlights, fog lights, brake lights, side markers, etc.) as well as other commonly replaced items such as wiper blades and fuel filters.
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