3 Signs Your CDJR Needs a New Car Battery

When it comes to car tires, it's best to err on the side of caution and replace them at the first sign of trouble. No matter how safe your driving habits are, overly worn or faulty tires dramatically increase your risk of having a collision. With this in mind, watch out for the following tire-related issues, and don't hesitate to have worn-out or damaged tires replaced with new tires at your local CDJR dealership. more Strange Rumbling and Vibrations Various kinds of tire trouble can lead to an excess of road friction. Depending on how familiar you are with the usual sounds and sensations produced by your car, you might notice an increase in road noise and vibrations. If in doubt, turn off the stereo, roll down the windows, and listen carefully to your car for a long stretch of the road. Tires Wearing Down Unevenly One common cause of vibrations is uneven tires. Regular rotation is usually an effective remedy for uneven tire wear. However, if a set of four tires becomes noticeably different in size and condition, you might need a whole new set. Insufficient Tread Depths If you look after your tires well, they may last until the treads have worn out. Tire treads are no longer safe to use when the tread depths reach 2/32 of an inch. If your tire treads are drawing near to this depth, measure them frequently and prepare to have them replaced sometime soon. Dry, Brittle, Cracking Sidewalls UV rays in sunlight, chemicals from the road, and extreme temperatures can all cause tire rubber to dry out. As this happens, the sidewalls of tires tend to develop small cracks. If the normally gradual drying-out process becomes suddenly severe in one of your tires, you might have a case of dry rot. This is where the tire becomes too brittle, dry, and filled with cracks for continued safe use. Punctures or Embedded Objects Skillful technicians can often repair minor punctures and small holes made by embedded objects. However, larger punctures or holes in awkward locations on a tire often mean the tire is no longer safe to drive on. Bulges and Other Tire Damage Impacts with potholes, curbs, parking stanchions, and sharp objects on the road sometimes fail to puncture a tire but can still cause irreparable damage. If one of your tires has a mysterious bulge or a particularly large gash, have a technician take a look; the tire will probably have to go. Visit Auffenberg Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Shiloh, IL, today to have your worn-out tires replaced. We're a local full-service dealership providing a generous range of new and pre-owned vehicles alongside courteous, knowledgeable staff for sales, support, and maintenance.

If you needed replacement parts for a luxury watch, you would certainly opt for genuine factory parts. A luxury watch is so complex and intricate that we can clearly see the damage that even a single imperfectly crafted part might cause to the mechanism as a whole. The same reasoning applies to your car; if you need new replacement components, nothing beats having genuine OEM parts installed at your local CDJR dealership. Let’s explore a few reasons why it’s essential to use genuine, factory OEM parts for your vehicle’s performance. more Perfect Compatibility OEM car parts are built precisely to the manufacturer's stringent standards and specifications. That means they fit your car like a glove, just as well as the original components. With generic aftermarket parts, on the other hand, slight imperfections in the dimensions and technical specifications often lead to excessive wear and tear over time and may even interfere with the part’s ability to work as it should. This means a gradual decline in your car's overall condition and performance at best, and sometimes, outright failure. Guaranteed Quality The quality of OEM components is assured by the same manufacturer as your car. This is often backed up with a generous extended warranty. Therefore, you know the component is extremely unlikely to suddenly malfunction. No such assurance exists with generic aftermarket car parts; you never know when a non-OEM component might stop working and cause serious damage to the rest of your car. Longer Lifespan Optimal vehicle performance requires thousands of high-quality car parts operating smoothly in unison for as long as possible. Ideally, you want each part of your car to last as long as an OEM part lasts. When an aftermarket car part wears out prematurely, as often occurs, other connected parts also suffer premature wear and tear, which hinders the long-term performance of your vehicle. Greater Safety Using only OEM components is generally the safest option for any safety-conscious driver. While some high quality aftermarket parts boast improved performance, they don’t always deliver. This is especially true of any component connected to the brakes, wheels, suspension, or steering. Why take the risk of compromising your safety and that of your loved ones with a potentially unreliable aftermarket part? Enhanced Peace of Mind For a truly optimal car ownership experience, you want to have peace of mind. With a vehicle filled with genuine OEM car parts, you can be assured that your car is well-cared for and every drive will see the vehicle performing exactly as it’s supposed to run. Learn More at Your Local CDJR Dealership You can find out more about OEM components at your local dealership. The technicians will be happy to explain the many benefits of using genuine parts, including the long-term cost savings from fewer repairs and replacements down the road. Visit Auffenberg Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Shiloh, IL today to have top-notch OEM components installed in your car. With a broad range of vehicles, competitive deals, hassle-free financing, and prompt, courteous maintenance, we serve as a one-stop shop for all your automotive needs.

Whether it’s a Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, RAM, or any other make or model, your vehicle needs regular oil changes to keep it in great condition. Changing the oil as needed increases fuel efficiency, prolongs the life of your engine, and overall makes your car work better. Your car will let you know when it's time to head to the CDJR dealer to get your oil replaced. more You Haven't Had the Oil Replaced in a While Even if your car is acting fine, you should go get your oil replaced if it's been between 5,000 and 7,500 miles since your last change in most modern vehicles. If you drive a car that uses conventional oil, then make sure you go get the oil replaced if you realize it's been at least 3,000 miles since your last change. You Can't Keep the Gas Tank Full If your gas tank is emptying faster than usual, then you should head to the dealer to see what the problem is. Sometimes this reduced gas mileage just means you're overdue to change your oil. You Struggle to Change Gears A low oil level can make it harder to change gears. A clogged oil filter can cause the same problem. Head to the dealer as soon as you can so the problem can be diagnosed and repaired swiftly. You Notice Your Engine Is Stalling Your engine will never stall when there's nothing wrong with your car. If your engine stalls during everyday driving, then it may be a sign that you need to change your oil. This issue can also be caused by a low oil level even if the oil currently in your vehicle is high-quality. You Hear a Rattling Sound Because your oil is responsible for lubricating the parts under your hood, those parts will get noisier when there's not enough high-quality oil to lubricate them. You may notice a rattling sound coming from your engine when you're overdue to have your oil replaced. You Smell Something Burning If there's a strange burning smell coming from your vehicle, then it may be caused by a low oil level or contaminated oil. Sometimes an oil leak will lead to you smelling burned oil in the car. You Notice Your Oil Is Dirty It's wise to do a manual inspection of your oil every so often to make sure it's still high-quality. When your oil needs to be changed, you'll notice that it's dark and thick, and it may have particles in it. Come to Auffenberg Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM in Shiloh, IL to get your oil topped-off and changed as needed. You can contact our service department at 618-624-277.