Spring Driving in Franklin: Why Your Fluids Deserve More Attention Than You're Giving Them
Oil gets all the attention — and rightly so. But your vehicle runs on a whole team of fluids, and spring is the right time to check in on all of them. As temperatures climb and driving picks up, each one plays a bigger role than it did sitting in a cold garage all winter. Coolant. Your cooling system is about to start working hard as Franklin heats up. If your coolant is low or hasn't been flushed in a while, it loses its ability to both cool and protect. Old coolant can actually become corrosive to the very components it's meant to protect. Spring is an ideal time for a coolant inspection. Brake fluid. Brake fluid absorbs moisture over time, which lowers its boiling point. In stop-and-go Franklin traffic or on a longer drive with hills, degraded brake fluid can lead to a soft pedal or reduced braking performance. Most manufacturers recommend flushing it every two years. Transmission fluid. Often overlooked until there's a problem. Dark, burnt-smelling transmission fluid is a sign it's past due. Keeping it clean and at the right level protects one of the most expensive components in your vehicle. Power steering fluid. Low or dirty power steering fluid makes your steering feel heavy and can cause long-term pump damage. Windshield washer fluid. The simplest one — but with spring pollen and rain, you'll go through it faster than any other season. Keep it full. At Lubrication Corner in Franklin, we check all of these during every oil change visit. Come in this spring and let us make sure your whole team of fluids is ready for the season.
