At your Ford dealership, we provide a full range of services and maintenance to keep your vehicle in great condition. Inevitably parts will age and wear out, and this affects vehicle performance. We want to tell you more about some of the types of maintenance we provide. more Engine Air Filter Replacement Combustion requires air and fuel; these elements must mix in a precise ratio of 14:1 air-to-fuel to achieve efficient combustion. Air enters the engine through the radiator grille, and then passes into the engine air filter. This concertina-like filter traps dirt, dust, twigs, and other debris, cleaning the air so it can pass into the engine. As time passes, the filter becomes clogged with dirt, restricting airflow. When your engine doesn't get enough air, the air-to-fuel ratio turns fuel-rich. The higher fuel concentration increases carbon buildup in your engine, which damages the spark plugs and lowers fuel economy as much of the fuel won't burn and is wasted. Replacing the filter is quick, and your engine performance and fuel economy will return to normal. Alternator Repair or Replacement The alternator is a mini generator that produces electricity for all your vehicle systems. It's tough, with few working parts, and will usually work for at least eight years before it needs replacement. Despite this, parts like the stator, which converts magnetic energy into AC, or the rectifier, which converts AC to DC can wear out and reduce or cut off the electricity supply to your Ford. An aging alternator slows, reducing the amount of power it supplies. This slowdown is irreversible and will steadily worsen until the alternator can't supply enough power for all your vehicle's systems and devices. Random electrical glitches, starting problems, and other issues will appear when this happens. Our technicians can repair your alternator or install a new one to fix these issues. Brake Fluid Replacement The brake fluid provides the hydraulic power that forces your braking system to work. It's highly pressurized and capable of working effectively at high temperatures. Like all vehicle fluids, it will age and become less effective. Older fluid will absorb water, and this can result in braking problems. Brake fluid heats due to the pressure in the system, and the water inside can boil. As the water boils, the brake fluid heats and the hot fluid can't supply hydraulic power. This is dangerous, as your brakes won't work. If you smell a hot chemical stench when braking, contact us ASAP so we can check your brakes. If the fluid is overheating, we'll drain and replace it and your brakes will work correctly again. If you'd like to know more about our available maintenance to book a service, contact us today at Ed Martin Ford in Anderson, IN.
