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FAQs for Preparing for a Road Trip
No matter how far the distance or incredible the sights, planning a road trip is an exciting process. Preparing a car for a road trip at our Ford service center is a key part of the process to ensure you and your crew stay safe and happy throughout the journey. If you’re not sure how to tell if your car can make a long trip or if you want to review a road trip safety checklist with the service team here, our Ford dealer near Antioch, CA, will gladly serve as a resource.
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Road Trip Essentials: Car Maintenance Checklist
- Oil change and filter replacement
- Top off or flush brake fluid
- Top off or change power steering fluid
- Top off or replace transmission fluid
- Check tire air pressure and treads
- Tire rotation or replacement
- Brake inspection
- Replace cabin air filter replacement
- Check headlights, taillights, brake lights and turn signals
- Inspect belts and hoses
- Replace wiper blades
- Test car battery