Auto mechanic pouring coolant fluid into a radiator fill hole. Concept image of fluid services a Bock Auto in Amagansett, NY.

Your Car Needs Other Fluids Besides Oil

Regular oil service is essential to maintaining the health of your car’s engine. However, many car owners may not realize other fluid services are just as crucial in keeping their vehicles running smoothly. In fact, lots of vehicle systems rely on different fluids to operate properly. 

In this post, we will discuss engine oil and other car fluids, their importance, and how they benefit your vehicle in the long run.

Engine Oil

The engine oil is the lifeblood of your vehicle’s engine. It plays a vital role in keeping your engine running smoothly. Without proper lubrication, the engine parts will rub against each other, causing friction and heat. This can lead to premature wear and tear of engine parts, reducing the engine’s lifespan. 

As oil ages, it picks up debris from the engine and becomes contaminated. Eventually, it will lose its lubricating properties. There’s also the oil filter that can only hold so much of the debris and can get clogged. 

It’s essential then to get regular oil service to ensure the oil is clean, the oil filter is changed, and the oil level is topped up. This service keeps the engine parts adequately lubricated, reduces the risk of overheating, and prevents engine damage.

Transmission Fluid

Your car’s transmission transfers power from the engine to the wheels. To ensure the transmission operates smoothly and efficiently, there’s the transmission fluid that acts as a lubricant and coolant. 

Like engine oil, transmission fluid can get contaminated over time. This can result in wear and tear of transmission parts and ultimately cause transmission failure. To prevent such costly repairs down the road, regular transmission fluid checks and replacement must be observed.

Coolant

Coolant, sometimes referred to as antifreeze, helps regulate the engine’s temperature. It circulates through the engine and absorbs the heat generated by the engine. It is then transferred to the radiator, where it is cooled before circulating back into the engine. 

The coolant gets depleted after some time, though, losing its protective properties. Without proper coolant levels, the engine can overheat and can get damaged. You prevent such things from happening with regular coolant checks and replacements.

Brake Fluid

Brake fluid is responsible for transmitting the force from the brake pedal to the brake calipers, which in turn applies the brake pads to the rotors. Brake fluid breaks down over time, reducing its effectiveness and compromising your vehicle’s safety.

Good thing regular brake fluid checks and replacements can help ensure that your brakes work correctly and prevent brake failure.

Power Steering Fluid

Power steering fluid provides hydraulic pressure to the power steering pump, making it easier to turn the steering wheel. Like other fluids, it can get contaminated over time, resulting in power steering pump failure and difficulty turning the steering wheel. This highlights the importance of getting regular fluid checks and replacements to keep your vehicle safe to drive.

Keep Your Car Running Smoothly with Regular Fluid Services

Engine oil service is crucial, but it’s not the only fluid service your car needs. Regular maintenance of your car’s transmission, power steering, brake, and coolant systems is also essential to keep your vehicle running smoothly and efficiently. 

Don’t neglect all your vehicle’s fluid services. Schedule regular maintenance appointments with Bock Auto and keep your vehicle running smoothly. Call us today at (631) 267-5631 or drop by our shop at 541 Montauk Highway, Amagansett, NY 11930.