Car Components You Should Inspect This Fall

WESTLAND, Mich.,–– With the temperatures starting to cool down, everyone is getting prepared for the fall and winter seasons that will soon arrive in Michigan. Many Michiganders make efforts to prepare their homes and wardrobes for the colder weather, but did you know that getting your vehicle ready for the winter is just as necessary? These car components you should inspect this fall will keep you warm, safe, and secure once the winter arrives. These important components in your vehicle should be checked before the snow starts to fall because the colder weather can seriously damage these parts if they're already worn or broken down.

Windshield Safety

Believe it or not, your windshield is one of the most important safety features in your vehicle! It protects you and your passengers from outside elements and, in the event of a collision or rollover, keeps your vehicle’s structural integrity intact. If you find any chips or cracks on your windshield, make sure you get them fixed right away! Cold weather can expand the size of chips and cracks and can increase any damage done to your windshield. Schedule service with us today to prepare your windshield for the cold weather.

Heating and Ventilation System 

The biggest difference between you and a cold drive to work is your heating and ventilation system! Not only does it keep you warm while you’re braving Michigan weather, it can also potentially save your life in the event that you wind up stranded during a storm. Making sure that your heating and ventilation system are in working condition for the winter season is extremely important. If you want your heating and ventilation system looked at before the winter begins, schedule an inspection with us right away and we'll get it up to speed for the winter months.

Weather Strip Maintenance 

Your vehicle’s weather strips, the black, rubber linings on the outside of your windshield, windows, doors, and trunk, do a lot more for you than you might think! They serve as a seal, keeping debris, water, and other outside elements from entering your vehicle. If you hear a "wind noise" while you're driving, notice water in your cabin, or feel wind while you drive, one of the weather strips in your vehicle could be torn or damaged. If you notice any of these factors or suspect damage, we're happy to help! Bring your vehicle in and we'll take a good look at it to make sure your weather strips are ready to take on the snowy months ahead.

Belts and Hoses

Your vehicle’s engine requires a lot of working components in order to get you from Point A to Point B. The belts and hoses in your engine play a key role when it comes to the functionality of your vehicle. When the seasons change and temperatures drop in Michigan, your belts and hoses can crack and wear down quickly. If you hear any strange noises coming from your engine or if your engine keeps overheating, schedule a check-up as soon as you can to have your belts and hoses inspected! Without properly maintained belts and hoses, your engine may not even work properly, so you'll want them checked right away if you notice something wrong!

Fluid Levels

From your oil level to wiper fluid, your vehicle's fluids are all extremely important! Regularly checking your engine oil, coolant, and other fluids before the winter will help you remain safe and secure when the snow finally sets in. If you aren't sure how to check your coolant, oil, or other fluids in your engine, use our service tips and tricks to help you locate and check your fluid reservoirs. Otherwise, visit our service center and we'll gladly help you find them!

Your vehicle is a huge investment. Making sure that it’s able to run efficiently, especially during the changing seasons, is extremely important! From your fluid levels to your windshield, the car components you should inspect this fall can make all the difference this upcoming winter season! If left unchecked, you can risk damaging important components in your vehicle and can even endanger your safety. Consult our service tips and tricks for additional advice on keeping up on your routine maintenance, and take advantage of our service specials and coupons to get a great deal on service this fall!

North Brothers Ford is located at 33300 Ford Rd Westland, MI 48185 and proudly serves as one of the premier dealerships in Metro Detroit, and is committed to exceptional customer service! Stop by or give us a call at 888-806-7163, our knowledgeable and helpful sales team will be more than happy to assist you!

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Tips On How to Care for Your Car This Spring from North Brothers Ford

WESTLAND, Mich.––It's important to care for your vehicle through all seasons-Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter-to help your vehicle reach its best performance, efficiency, and safety. Spring is a great time for a vehicle refresh through routine maintenance. Taking care of your car shouldn't be a mystery, and you shouldn't have to scour the internet for information! We've put together a section on our website to help you out. At the seasonal maintenance section under service, you'll find tips on how to care for your car this spring from North Brothers Ford including information on the following components:

• Tires: Do your tires have enough tread? Are they properly inflated? These things are important to your vehicles performance and even fuel efficiency! Read through our spring tire care page for more information on what to do.
• Alignment & Suspension: Your vehicle depends on your alignment to keep it on the right path, and your suspension to keep you safe and provide you a comfortable ride. We've come up with lists of signs you need to have an alignment or suspension service. You can read the lists on our spring alignment and suspension page. 
• Spring Cleaning: You've heard the term spring cleaning before, but lots of us forget about our vehicles! They deserve a cleaning too. We've come up with tips to get the best clean on the inside and outside, plus a special how-to on getting the winter salt out of your carpet. Check all this out on our spring cleaning tips page. 
• Fluids: Fluids might seem like a complicated maintenance item because they're so many. Don't worry, we've simplified the process for you! We've come up with a list of fluids that should be checked, and how to do so, for the spring season on our spring vehicle fluid maintenance page. 
• Wiper Blades: This simple vehicle component keeps you safe on the road because it can be the key to a clear view! With all the muck, mud, rain, and fog that the spring season brings, it's important to inspect and replace your blades. See our tips on our spring wiper blades page.

We want to ensure your safety on the road, so put these spring car care items on your to-do list and we'll help you get them done! You can stay informed by reading through our FAQs where we answer your deepest auto service questions, and by clicking through our routine maintenance pages as well. Whatever the auto need, we're here to help. You can feel confident in bringing your car to North Brothers Service Center because we not only provide ASE Certified technicians, but also involve YOU in the service process. We'll always give you an honest and transparent review of your vehicle's health. 

North Brothers Ford is located at 33300 Ford Rd Westland, MI 48185 and proudly serves as one of the premier dealerships in Metro Detroit, and is committed to exceptional customer service! Stop by or give us a call at 855-739-2023, our knowledgeable and helpful sales team will be more than happy to assist you!

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A Comprehensive Dashboard Light Guide Courtesy of North Brothers Ford

WESTLAND, Mich.––Have you ever been driving and noticed a small red, white, yellow, or blue symbol light show up on your dashboard? Have you ever been confused as to why that little light showed up and what it means? We've all been there, but with this comprehensive dashboard light guide courtesy of North Brothers Ford, you'll no longer be wondering. The new page on our website contains pictures and explanations of each dashboard light that you might see show up. Let's briefly review what information we cover on the page.

Vehicle Performance Light Meanings & What To Do

Your vehicle relies on many different components to run, so when one of those components isn't working as it should, a light will typically show up on your dashboard. This could be anything from a generic Check Engine light to a Brake System light. These lights usually mean your vehicle should be serviced or inspected as soon as possible to avoid further damage or a disabled vehicle all together. On this section of the page we go over each of the following lights:

-Check Engine Light
-Battery Light
-Engine Oil Light
-Brake System Light
-Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) Light
-Electric Park Brake Light
-Engine Coolant Temperature Light
-Low Fuel Level Light
-Low Tire Pressure Warning Light
-Powertrain Fault Light

Optional Feature Lights & What They Mean

 Whatever vehicle you drive, chances are you have features special to your make and model. For instance, some newer Ford vehicles come with adaptive cruise control or other advanced safety features. In this section on the page, we cover all the possible lights you might see that relate to optional features. We go over the following lights:

-Adaptive Cruise Contol
-Auto Start Stop Indicator
-Blind Spot Monitor Indicator
-Cruise Control Light
-Heads Up Display Indicator
-Lane Keeping Aid Indicator
-Stability Control Light

Standard Notification Lights & What They Mean

While you think of a warning light as a bad thing, there are lights that are simply there to indicate if something is on or off, open or close, etc. In this section we go over all the standard notification lights you might see on your dashboard. Some of these lights require immediate action, some do not, but most of these lights don't mean you need service. On this section of the page we cover these lights:

-Turn Signal Indicator
-Door Ajar Indicator
-Hood Ajar Indicator
-Trunk Ajar Indicator
-Fasten Safety Belt Indicator
-Front Airbag Indicator
-Front Fog Lights Indicator
-High Beam Lights Indicator



This comprehensive dashboard light guide courtesy of North Brothers Ford isn't just a list to tell you what each light means, but it's to also tell you what to do or what not to do when you see each light! Your safety means a lot to us and we want to help you stay safe on the road. While knowing what these lights means is important, so is routine maintenance to help and avoid seeing some of these warning lights on your dashboard. Staying up to date on maintenance is as simple as reading through our seasonal maintenance pages, and our routine maintenance pages, like the Filters and Fluids pages. We're here to help, not just over the internet, but in person, too! Stop by our dealership where our team will help you find a new or used vehicle at your budget, help you maintain your car with auto service, and answer any vehicle question you might have, including Ford SYNC questions. Whatever your vehicle need, we can help!

If you're in need of any auto service, you can conveniently schedule your appointment check-in time online or by giving us a call. We have a well equipped Service Center and Collision Center, able to take care of anything you need on any make and model. We also offer service coupons you can take advantage of to save a little bit of cash!

North Brothers Ford is located at 33300 Ford Rd Westland, MI 48185 and proudly serves as one of the premier dealerships in Metro Detroit, and is committed to exceptional customer service! Stop by or give us a call at 888-806-7163, our knowledgeable and helpful sales team will be more than happy to assist you!

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Fluids and Filter Vehicle Maintenance at North Brothers Ford

WESTLAND, Mich.––At North Brothers Ford, we want to provide you a safe and reliable vehicle. We also want to help you take care of your vehicle so you can drive and enjoy it for longer. This means routine maintenance. Yes, we know that sounds like a chore, but the time you take to do it is well worth the return of a safe and well running car. You can even save a little bit on gas and further repairs by taking care of routine maintenance. We want to help you all routine maintenance, but especially with fluids and filter vehicle maintenance at North Brothers Ford.

Fluids and filters, aside from oil changes, might not be the first thing on your mind when it comes to vehicle maintenance, but they are extremely important components lending to your vehicle's performance. On our new routine maintenance pages you'll learn what each fluid and filter is, what the purpose of each is, how it lends to your vehicle's performance, and most of all how to maintain them! Below is a brief overview of the information you'll find on our new pages.

What are the fluids in your vehicle?

• Oil
• Coolant
• Power Steering Fluid
• Transmission Fluid
• Brake Fluid
• Washer Fluid

Each one serves a certain purpose and if not maintained, inspected, or changed can take a toll on your vehicle's overall performance and safety. Not maintaining these fluids can also lead to long-term or more severe damage, meaning a bigger chunk of change from your pocket down the road. On this page we go over when each should be changed, why they're important, and what you can do to keep them on your maintenance schedule.

Which vehicle filters should you be aware of?

• Air Filter
• Fuel Filter
• Transmission Filter
• Oil Filter

These four filters are what we discuss in detail on this page. Each one of these filters are important for a different reason. Maintaining these can help your vehicle achieve best fuel efficiency and safety. On this page we'll tell you signs to look for when these filters need changing, and how to keep them on a routine maintenance schedule.

We're constantly updating our website with information to help you out with anything from car buying and leasing, to Ford SYNC technology information, to fluids and filter vehicle maintenance at North Brothers Ford. Your vehicle is what gives you freedom, and gets you where you need and want to be. It's a big investment, which is why we want to help you protect and maintain it, so you can enjoy it for however long you have it, and most of all stay safe wherever you go! If you're in need of any auto service, you can conveniently schedule your appointment check-in time online or by giving us a call. We have a well equipped Service Center and Collision Center, able to take care of anything you need on any make and model. We also offer service coupons you can take advantage of to save a little bit of cash!

North Brothers Ford is located at 33300 Ford Rd Westland, MI 48185 and proudly serves as one of the premier dealerships in Metro Detroit, and is committed to exceptional customer service! Stop by or give us a call at 888-806-7163, our knowledgeable and helpful sales team will be more than happy to assist you!

Visit our website: www.northbros.com

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