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Tips for Getting Your Car Over 200,000 Miles

At Cable Dahmer Buick GMC of Kansas City, we hope that you keep your Buick or GMC vehicle running as long as possible. If you want to reach the 200,000-mile mark, then you should take steps to achieve this goal right from the first day of ownership. If you work or live in Kansas City, Lee's Summit, Leawood or Overland Park,  we are in a convenient location to help you maintain your car or truck and reach this goal. Here are some things you can do to extend the longevity of your car or truck's life.
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Tips for 200k Miles

Drive Gently

Try to avoid quick starts and rough stops most of the time as this activity can cause parts to wear out prematurely. However, this doesn't mean that you have to be afraid to take your vehicle on various roads driving at higher speeds. Occasional revving and driving at varied RPMs are beneficial to your engine.

Keep Your Loads Light
Hauling items in your truck or filling up your trunk occasionally is not harmful. Carrying loads may be the reason why you bought your vehicle in the first place. However, whenever possible, try to keep your cargo area light and empty. Doing this will help extend the life of your suspension system.

Perform Regular Maintenance
At the very least, try to follow your owner's manual to the exact specifications even when your vehicle begins to age. If you have a newer car, then you may have electronic sensors that track your oil life, tire tread, or other system and tell you when maintenance is due.

Keeping your car or truck clean is more than just doing something to keep it looking good. Washing helps to clean off contaminants that could damage your paint and subject your vehicle to rust. Be sure to wax and polish at the recommended intervals, but not too often. Polishing can remove some of the surface paint and cause premature wear.
Buick GMC Tips for 200k Miles

    Cable Dahmer Buick GMC of Kansas City Service Center Can Help

    At Cable Dahmer Buick GMC of Kansas City, you won't have to worry about our technicians installing inferior parts or doing repairs that could shorten the life of your vehicle. You can even wait in our comfortable waiting room, enjoy a cup of coffee, and use our WiFi while you wait. For more extensive repairs, we offer a shuttle service and loaner cars. If you reside in the Kansas City, Lee's Park, or Overland Summit, MO area, bring your vehicle in for regular service and maintenance so that you can reach that 200,000-mile mark.
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