To maximize your car's life and performance, check out this list of items that should be regularly checked depending on time and season. Some parts need to be checked regularly, and others in longer intervals. These are general guidelines, be sure to follow your vehicles maintenance schedule and service interval record. 

Why is this important? To start, a well maintained vehicle is a safe vehicle to drive. An added bonus, if you can prove that your vehicle has been well maintained, you can ask for the top dollar. 

Check your vehicle owner's manual and consult with a professional to be certain what is appropriate for your vehicle. There are several check up's that you can do on your own, but we do recommend for most points on this list to be handled by a professional.  

Oil and Coolant Levels should be checked every month. Low levels of either can lead to big engine problems if left unchecked. 

Motor Oil and Filter Change is vital for good engine health, neglecting to change it at the recommended intervals will lead to bigger problems. 

Air Filter in the engine is what keeps debris out and regulates the air flow that goes into it. 

Tire Pressure and Tread Depth Checks and Changes are integral to a safe, fuel efficient ride. During the colder months, note that tire pressure drops one pound with every 10 degree decrease in pressure. The optimal pressure for each tire should be listen on a sticker in your car, or in your owners manual. 

Headlights, Turn Signals, Brakes and Parking Lights are indicator lights used when the vehicle is on the road. It is crucial that these lights work for you and the safety of the drivers around you. 

Rotate Tires to extend the service life of your tires. 

Wax Vehicle every three to six months to extend your exterior paint's life. A thorough cleaning of the exterior with a hand-wash removes irritant like dust, sand and salt and then the applied wax acts like a protective coating. The next level of protection would be ceramic coating. 

Transmission Fluid is a lubricant that helps keep all of the moving parts inside of your transmission functioning properly. Whether you’re driving an automatic or manual transmission vehicle, it is essential that you have your transmission fluid checked and changed when needed to avoid costly transmission damage or replacement. Follow the vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations.

Transfer Case Fluids is what shifts power from the transmission to the axles in all wheel and four wheel drive cars. You’ll need to have the transfer case fluid checked according to the vehicle manufacturer recommendations to make certain that it is properly filled and leak-free. This will require you getting under the vehicle, so bringing it into a professional is recommended.

Shocks and Struts on your car function to control the impact and rebound as your vehicle passes over bumps in the road and are an essential part of your auto’s steering system. They should be inspected by a professional every 80,000 kilometers or bring your car in to the shop if you notice a decrease in smoothness or loss of control when driving.

Coolant Fluid Exchange are integral to a safe, fuel efficient ride. During the colder months, note that tire pressure drops one pound with every 10 degree decrease in pressure. The optimal pressure for each tire should be listen on a sticker in your car, or in your owners manual.          

Spark Plugs in your engine ignite the gas and air mixture that powers your vehicle . If your spark plugs aren’t functioning properly, your engine will lose power and won’t run at optimal capacity. Have a professional check and replace any faulty spark plugs depending on vehicle mfr recommendations or when you feel a decrease in your engine’s power.

Serpentine Belt, or drive belt, is a simple piece of rubber single, continuous belt used to drive multiple peripheral devices in an automotive engine such as the alternator, power steering pump, and air conditioner compressor. Visually inspect the belt to ensure that it is free of cracks or other wear and tear.  Replace if damaged or according to your vehicle.

Front and/or Rear Differentials split the torque—or power—from the engine and allow it to send power to the tires. In front or rear-wheel drive vehicles, there is only one differential. In 4-wheel and all-wheel drive vehicles, there is both a front and rear differential, and possibly even a centre differential. Differentials need to be kept lubricated to ensure proper functionality. Have a professional check and change fluid whenever your vehicle manufacturer recommends it.