As a Lexus owner, you're no doubt proud of your vehicle and pleased with the investment you've made in such a great car. To that end, you probably also want to keep it running like it should for as long as it should to really make the most of that investment. While most people don't hang on to their cars for 250,000 or 300,000 miles, your Lexus is definitely capable of going that distance. No matter how long you hope to keep your car, here are some tips to keep your Lexus running for the long haul.

Keep Your Lexus Running By Checking Its Fluids

There are few more important things you can do for the health of you car in between maintenance appointments than to check those fluids. Set yourself a phone alarm or calendar reminder to check them once a month or so, and you'll be good to go! Standard checklist items include: engine oil (the most important!), transmission fluid, anti-freeze, brake fluid, and power steering fluid. If all of these are at the proper level and don't have a burning smell to them, you're all set! If you see any signs of trouble on your routine checks, give us a call or text us at 937-600-6080 and we'll get your car in for a checkup. Don't know how to check your car's fluids or what to look for? Just ask the next time your car is here and we'd be happy to give you a quick tutorial.

Bring Your Car in For Routine Lexus Maintenance

Hey, what else did you expect us to say? As Lexus factory-trained technicians, our staff stands by the mantra that there's nothing better you can do to keep your Lexus running than to bring it in every 5,000 miles for routine maintenance. It's true! Pushing for just a couple thousand more miles in between appointments may hurt your car's longevity and cost you more money in the long run. And if saving money is important to you, we have a subscription service to scheduled maintenance that will you help you save money AND remember those routine appointments! Just call us or send us a text to ask about it and we will fill you in.

Don't Ignore Noises or Warning Lights

As a Lexus owner, you know these cars ride smoothly and quietly. If you start to hear suspicious noises such as squealing or knocking, or experience unusual vibrations, please give us a call and let us check it out. The same applies to those all-important warning lights and to smoke, steam, or leaks. Getting these issues taken care of quickly is essential to keeping repair costs down and is important to keep your Lexus running for as long as it should. Whether it's "no big deal" or a significant issue, we'll get it fixed for a fair price and in a timely manner for you and get you back on the road again.

Be Cool and Calm Behind the Wheel

We all love to put the pedal to the metal once in a while, and wow - can these Lexus vehicles perform or what? However, the truth is: being easygoing behind the wheel will extend the life of your Lexus. Smooth shifting goes a very long way in extending the life of your transmission, so take care to come to a full stop before shifting from reverse to drive and vice-versa. Timely braking is always a good idea as well. Sure, we all have to make a hard stop to avoid an obstacle or an accident once in awhile, but your normal driving pattern should include plenty of time to slow your vehicle down. Likewise, not stomping on the gas at every green light is not only better for your car, but saves you money on gas, too.

Come see us at Covenant!

We hope these tips will help you extend the life of your vehicle and keep your Lexus running for as long as you want to drive it. It's our privilege to help your car go the distance, and we hope to be able to serve you anytime you need it. Give us a call or text at 937-600-6080 or jump on our website to schedule an appointment, and we will see you soon!