Your car may have a cabin air filter that stops dust and mold from entering into your vehicle through the heating and A/C system. When plugged, this will reduce the air flow entering the vehicle and cause poor heating or air conditioning performance. If you have seasonal allergies, replacing this filter on a regular basis will stop dust and mold from entering your car's ventilation system, improving air quality.

Car manufacturers are recommending oil and filter changes at 7,000km to 10,000km. At Avalon Auto Service we recommend changes every 5,000km for severe driving conditions. Due to oil contamination we consider driving around town, even repetitive short trips, to be severe. Changing your oil and filter often removes contaminants, thus prolonging your engine's life.

Some manufacturers recommend replacement of the timing belt at 100,000 km to prevent engine damage. A broken timing belt can bend valves in the engine and damage pistons which can result in expensive engine repairs and at times engine replacement.

Rotating your car's tires every 10,000km is important for longer tire life. Watching wear patterns and tire pressures will help your tires last longer.

Automatic transmissions are constantly shifting up & down, creating a lot of heat in your transmission. Heat can break down transmission oil, preventing it from protecting metal parts & bushings. Having the fluid changed every 50,000km will help your transmission last longer.

Brakes tend to last anywhere from 60,000km to 100,000km on most car’s depending on driving conditions. Today’s friction materials contain metallic particles in place of asbestos. These small particles accelerate the wear of brake friction materials, brake drums, and backing plates if not removed on a regular basis.

Manufacturers recommend that antifreeze is changed every two years. Antifreeze contains chemicals that fight corrosion and supply seals with conditioner. These chemicals deplete over time so flushing and changing antifreeze can help prevent head gasket problems and major cooling system problems.

Power steering systems are exposed to extreme heat and high pressure, causing fluid breakdown and sludge deposit, which results in premature component failure. Power steering systems should be flushed every 3 years or 50,000kms.

Brake systems absorb moisture which can cause your vehicle's brake fluid to be so acidic that it can result in premature brake failure. Without preventative maintenance this repair could cost hundreds of dollars. Brake fluid should be flushed every 3 years or 60,000 km.