Must Do Maintenance To Keep Your Vehicle Running Safe

 

It can be confusing to know exactly what maintenance is really necessary to complete at each interval. With warranties, synthetic oils and performance parts it can be tough to know when to maintenance should be performed. It is always smart to follow the factory recommended maintenance schedule in your owners-manual, but this is a simple breakdown of the basics. At John Elway Chevrolet, we conduct a FREE multipoint inspection to check for any unusual wear and tear that may lead to future issues when you visit our service department.

 

Once a Month Check:  

1. Oil: Check oil levels and look for leaks.
2. Hoses: Check hoses for cracks and loose connections.
3. Belts: look for uneven wear or excessive wear.
4. Tires: Check tire pressure and treads for uneven or excessive wear or cracking.
5. Coolant / Antifreeze: Check for low levels and leaks.
6. Air Filter: Replace if dirty

Every 3 Months:

1. Change Oil and Oil Filter: Check your owners-manual for recommendations. Vehicles using full synthetic oil can usually go up to 5 months before changing.
2. Windshield Washer Fluid: Refill washer fluid. Check fluid every month during the winter.
3. Power Steering Fluid: Check levels and for leaks.
4. Transmission Fluid: Check levels and for leaks.

Every 6 Months:

1. Wiper Blades: Check for broken or brittle blades.
2. Brakes: Check for uneven or excessive wear.
3. Spare Tire: Check spare tire pressure.
4. Shocks: Check for leaks and wear.

This is not a comprehensive list. This is meant to be a simple guide of preventative maintenance items to help keep your car running safe. We recommend consulting with a Chevrolet Factory Certified technician at John Elway Chevrolet and your owners-manual to make sure your unique vehicle receives the proper maintenance. To help you save time, we now take service appointments online and a free multipoint inspection with every service. 

5 Easy Steps To Increase The Life of Your Transmission

Your transmission is a crucial part of your drivetrain and can be extremely costly to fix. A new clutch can run anywhere from $1,200-$1,500 and a new automatic transmission can run $3,000 plus. Transmission troubles can mean a huge hit to the pocket book. We are here to give you 5 ways to help extend the life of your transmission.

1. Change Transmission Fluid: Be sure to check your owner’s manual or ask your service advisor how often they recommend changing your Transmission fluid. Most recommend every 15,000 miles or at least once per year. Your transmission fluid works just like the oil in your engine (please do not put engine oil in your transmission) by lubricating the gear for better performance and less wear. As your fluid gets dirty you increase wear and risk overheating.
2. Pick The Right Gear: Weather you have a manual or automatic, it is important to select the right gear for your driving conditions. Make sure you are using your lower gears when climbing hills, off-roading, or towing. Only use overdrive when you are driving at highway speeds. Follow these simple rules and you will reduce strain and wear on your transmission.
3. Use Brakes Not Gears: When you downshift to slow your vehicle you are putting significant stress on your transmission gears. Brake pads are much cheaper than transmission maintenance, so it’s a good idea to use your breaks first when slowing your vehicle.
4. Warm Your Car Up: Those cold Colorado mornings can be tough on your transmission if you don’t take the time to let the fluid warm up. It is good practice to let your car warm up and drive gently the first 2-3 miles. Don’t peel-out or do any doughnuts.
5. Watch For Overheating: Whatever you do, do not ignore your transmission overheating. If you are experiencing overheating in your transmission bring it in for service right away. For every 20 degrees over 200 degrees, your transmission’s lifespan decreases by a factor of 2. If this becomes a consistent problem your service adviser may recommend a transmission cooler be installed.

Be safe out there and take good care of your vehicle and it will take care of you. If you have any questions at all please call our service department or stop by and ask one of our Chevy Certified Service Advisers. Our extremely knowledgeable staff is here to answer your questions and help you get the most out of your vehicle. Check out our Chevy service specials and schedule your next service appointment online. 

John Elway Chevrolet Celebrates 5 Years | Denver, CO

John Elway Chevrolet is proud to celebrate its 5 year anniversary with the opening of it's new Used and Commercial Fleet facility directly across the street from John Elway Chevrolet main showroom. Our success over the past 5 years we owe to our amazing guests and employees. We are committed to changing the car buying experience for the better. We believe that is why we are going on our 5th year as Colorado's #1 Chevy dealer. We want to thank our staff and our guests for choosing John Elway Chevrolet. We are excited to grow and continue to better serve our guests and employees. Here's to another amazing 5 years.

Littleton CO Coffee Shop Gets Chevy #DayItForward Surprise

 

2016 is a Leap Year. This means we get an extra 24 hours this year. Chevrolet has challenged us to spend that extra 24 hours helping out our local community in a #DayItForward campaign. On this first installment of John Elway Chevrolet #DayItForward we find ourselves at Solid Grounds Coffee House in Littleton, CO donating $5 towards a customers order. We learned that even the smallest gestures can go a long way. We are looking forward to our next #DayItForward project coming soon. Stay tuned for more! JohnElwayChevrolet.com

5 Free Apps For an Epic Road Trip

There is no better feeling then cruising down the open road with the windows down and your latest Road Trip 2016 mix blasting. Often times this feeling is short lived. As the trip drags on and your copilot gets hangry, you run into a traffic jam, and you end up down a back road with no plans for the night. You had good intentions of this being a character building trip with the family, but it has turned into an all out screaming match and you are second guessing what you got yourself into. These 5 free apps will help keep your family bonding experiment on course.

1.  The Traveler: This is a great app to organize your entire trip as you go. Your virtual road trip scrapbook allows you to capture photos and videos and mark them on a map as you move along your journey. Compatible with Google maps, it takes pictures and videos through the apps action bar. Available for Android
   
   
   
2. RoadTrippers: Are you making your annual migration to see relatives? Spice things up a bit with the RoadTrippers app for iOS. This app helps you discover the road less traveled by finding obscure small businesses and attractions on your custom route. 
   
3. RoadNinja: Keep your eyes on the road and the task at hand. RoadNinjas is your personal digital billboard. This app gives you the location of restaurants, gas stations, and points of interest near every highway exit. With real time gas prices and special coupons, this app is a real money saver. Available on Android and iOS.
   
4. Postagram: Share your epic road trip with friends and loved ones by sending them a Postagram. This free app allows you to send customized postcards anywhere in the US for only $0.99. You take a picture and write a custom message and the app sends your custom postcard anywhere you like. Available on Android and iOS.
   
5. Field Trip: Are you a history buff or museum fanatic? This free Google app will alert you of historical sites, architecture, entertainment, and more. The app talks about interesting places as you drive by, but allows you to tell the app what you are interested in by giving each recommendation a "thumbs up" or "thumbs down". Available on Android and iOS. 
   

We hope these recommendations are helpfully when planning your next road trip. Please let us know if there are other road trip apps you like to use and if you enjoyed any of our recommended apps. Have fun out there and drive safe!

Schedule your next service appointment and get your vehicle road trip ready at John Elway Chevrolet. 

John Elway Chevrolet 

5200 South Broadway

Englewood, CO 80113

(720) 259-0391

 JohnElwayChevrolet.com

Winterize Your Chevy In 7 Steps

Is you vehicle ready to battle the elements this winter? Before you find yourself driving through a snow storm of this season, you will want to make sure your vehicle is ready to keep you safe. Follow these tips before venturing out into the winter wonderland. At John Elway Chevrolet On South Broadway we have many service specials that will help you with making sure your vehicle will be 100% for what the winter has to offer. Just follow this link and see what offers we have, Service Specials. Come to John Elway Chevrolet and be ready for the winter.

• Get a Tune-Up. Have your mechanic check your hoses, belts and anti-freeze. A weakened hose or belt can break and leave you stranded, or a weak solution of anti-freeze can ice up and damage your cooling system.

• Check Your Battery. Make sure your car’s battery connection is clean, tight and corrosion-free. The battery should be securely mounted. If the battery is three years old or more, have it tested and replace it if necessary.

• Check Your Heater and Defroster. If your heater isn’t working, you’ll probably know. But what about front and rear defrosters? Before you’re faced with a frosty windshield, turn your front and rear defrosters on and off to make sure they’re working.

• Give Yourself a Brake. If you have the slightest concern that something’s amiss with your brakes, get them inspected immediately. If you have anti-lock brakes, you should avoid pumping the brakes if you begin to slide.

• New Wiper Blades and Washer Fluid. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good condition, you might want to upgrade to a rubber coated snow blade that can handle the extra weight of wet snow. They’re not expensive, and could make your winter driving a lot safer in the long run. Slush and mud splashed on a windshield can spell danger for a winter driver. Make sure your washer fluid reservoir is sufficiently full, and keep a spare jug in the trunk.

• Take a Look at Your Tires. Your tires need to have adequate tread with “grip” to propel you through the snow. Take advantage of our 30 day price match guarantee and get the right tires for your vehicle installed by factory trained technicians. 

• Fill Her Up! One of the best driving tips for winter is to keep your tank more than half full at all times. It will help you avoid freezing in your fuel lines, and will keep you safer in winter weather situations.

If for any reason you are in need of assistance with any one of these safety precautions please give us a call and we will be happy to help you in anyway we can. Please give us a call at (720) 279-1799

John Elway Chevrolet Participates in Chevrolet Military Discount Program

Now Through January 4, 2016, all Veterans along with active duty, reserves, and retirees are eligible for the Chevy Military Discount Program at John Elway Chevrolet.

Because those who serve deserve a great discount. At John Elway Chevrolet, we are proud to extend our military discount to Active Duty members, reserves, veterans and retirees -  including spouses of the U.S. Air Force, Army, Navy, Marines, National Guard and Coast Guard. The discount can be combined with most current incentives. You'll also get the security of Chevrolet Complete Care available on 2015 and 2016 purchased and leased vehicles. Backed by 24 months or 24,000 miles of included scheduled maintenance, warranties that cover powertrain, bumper-to-bumper and anti-corrosion, and roadside assistance with courtesy transportation. To take advantage of this opportunity, you'll need an authorization number. Authorization numbers may be requested for the purchase or lease of two (2) vehicles per calendar year and are valid for six (6) months from the date of request.

Some restrictions apply. To find out more about this Military Discount Program visit our website at http://www.johnelwaychevrolet.com/Chevy-Military-Discount or see dealer for details.