Keeping your Ford in top condition requires regular services and maintenance. Parts will inevitably wear out over time, but a Ford service will keep your vehicle working like it just left the showroom. As your Ford dealer, we want to tell you about some of the essential maintenance we provide.

Ford Service: Essential Maintenance at Your Ford Dealer

AC Servicing

In a hot Texas summer, you need your trusty AC to pump out chilled air. The AC system draws in air from the outside and then uses refrigerant to remove the humidity and chill the air to your desired temperature. The AC system is composed of many components, including the compressor, condenser, receiver-dryer, and evaporator.

An AC service involves testing these components to ensure they’re all working effectively. We also check the refrigerant, as a low level of refrigerant prevents the air from cooling effectively and can damage vital parts of the system like the compressor. In addition, we examine the AC ducts for any signs of bacteria or blockages and remove any issues we encounter.

Air Filter Replacement

Air is essential for your engine, as combustion requires copious amounts of air for efficient combustion. It might seem strange, but your engine requires 14x more air than fuel. This is because the spark plugs require sufficient air to ignite the fuel-air mixture in the cylinders correctly. A low air-to-fuel ratio can cause misfiring or stalling, and the spark plugs and ignition coils will wear out faster.

Air passes into your engine through the air filter, which is positioned just inside the radiator grille. This filter prevents dirt and other debris from entering the engine by trapping it, so only clean air enters the engine. As time passes, this filter will become clogged with dirt and your engine’s performance will suffer. Replacing an air filter is quick, and you’ll see an immediate performance improvement.

Engine Diagnostics

Your Ford has a computer that controls many of your car’s functions. This enables you to concentrate on the road ahead and enjoy your driving experience. The computer has a vast network of sensors, and each sensor is connected to an important system. These sensors supply the computer with information, and they warn of any problems with the system they’re connected to.

If a sensor detects a problem it informs your computer, which logs the issue with an error code. Your computer will then illuminate one of the warning lights on your dash to highlight the fact that something is wrong. We use an engine diagnostic to read the error codes, and this information allows our technicians to speedily identify and resolve any issue. A quick diagnosis reduces the costs of any repair and saves you money.

If you’d like to know more about our services or to book a service, contact us today at Kory Hooks Ford in Bowie, TX.