Winter Car Care Tips

OKEMOS, Mich., –– Winter is in full swing now! As the snow starts to really fall, it's best to make sure your vehicle is ready to hit the road. Michigan's weather is full of surprises, which is why you'll want to get a head start on winter car maintenance. Dangerous road conditions are sometimes inevitable during this snowy and icy season. By taking care of your vehicle's vital components, you'll be out of harm's way and have a safer bet when driving. Check out our website for multiple winter car care and vehicle maintenance tips. These tips will help you get your vehicle into winter ready shape and will ensure your safety on the road during this cold season.

On our Winter Car Care Page you can find more information on:

• Tires: It's important to maintain your tires, especially during the winter season. Winter tires may be a better bet on your vehicle due to their aggressive and deeper tread. Click on the link to read more about the difference between winter and all-season tires as well as other tire maintenance tips.
• Batteries: As the weather grows colder, your car's battery life may start to slowly stop functioning. A typical battery will last three to five years. If you're unsure about your vehicle's battery life, you may want to get it checked out by a trained professional. Follow the link to learn more about the effects of winter weather on your battery.
• Brakes: Your vehicle's brakes are an essential part of its daily function. That means that they should be in the best shape during the winter. It will take you longer to stop your vehicle completely when there is snow and ice on the ground, so it's crucial to make sure they are in tip-top condition. There are lots of signs that your brakes may be due for a change. Visit the link to learn more about them.
• Oil Changes: Performing a routine oil change on your vehicle will increase its life and ensure that your engine's parts are properly lubricated. Cold temps can make it harder for the oil to flow smoothly, which is why it's necessary to get your oil checked during the winter season. To check out the signs of whether your car needs an oil change, click on the link.
• Wiper Blades: Wiper blades are the essential part in keeping your windshield clear. To ensure you're safe on the road this winter, make sure your wiper blades aren't making any funny noises or leaving streaks. You'll want to know for sure that they'll be able to wipe away any snow, sleet, or rain this winter season. Follow the link to view our full list of signs you need to change your wiper blades.

Snow and ice can make for a vehicle owner's nightmare when driving this winter. Take proper care of your vehicle during the cold temperatures with these winter car care tips. It's better to take the appropriate steps to make sure your vehicle can handle the winter season ahead of time than to wait until the last minute. Each of our pages will break down the care your vehicle will need to keep it running great throughout the winter. If you're in need of new tires, brakes, a new battery or an oil change, schedule a service appointment online with us today. We'll be happy to take care of all your vehicle needs at Graff Okemos!

Hank Graff Chevrolet Okemos is committed to providing you with top-notch service and convenience close to home. Let our friendly team of Chevy professionals at Hank Graff Okemos help you find your dream car – simply call us at (517) 349-8300 or visit our showroom, located at 1748 W. Grand River Okemos, MI 48864. We’re just minutes from Lansing!

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Service and Parts Coupons to Save You Money at Graff Okemos

OKEMOS, Mich., – Whether it's an oil change or tire rotation, routine maintenance is something every driver will have to take care of throughout their ownership of the vehicle. While oil changes can be fairly inexpensive, other maintenance tasks like getting replacement brakes or replacing a battery can be more costly. Keep your car running its best and your wallet full with these service coupons to save you money at Graff Okemos Take a look at some of our best coupons below for more money-saving opportunities!

30-Day Guarantee Tire Price Match

If you buy tires from us at Graff Okemos and find a better deal within 30 days of your purchase, bring it in and we'll refund you the difference! The tire brands eligible are BFGoodrich, Bridgestone, Continental, Dunlop, Firestone, General, Goodyear, Hankook, Kelly, Michelin, Pirelli, and Uniroyal. Take advantage of this coupon before the year ends! We recommend using it to purchase a set of winter tires when the time comes.

Oil Change & Tire Rotation Discounts

Whether you own a vehicle that takes 6-quarts or 8-quarts of oil, you can take advantage of these exclusive multi-service discounts until the end of the year. When you're here, we'll make sure to change your oil, rotate your tires, and provide an inspection which includes checking your fluid levels, steering, suspension, wiper blades, exhaust, battery, brakes, and belts.

Discounted ACDelco Batteries

Make sure your car will start in any weather, and keep your electric components well powered with a new battery! The ACDelco Professional Silver battery comes with a 30-month free-replacement limited warranty, while the Gold battery comes with a 42-month free-replacement limited warranty. With a $24.95 installation fee, you'll be able to save extra on a brand new battery until the end of 2017. 

Make the most of these limited-time offers while you can!

$29.43 Lube, Oil, & Filter

Keeping up on your oil and filter changes is extremely important to your engine's health. Oil lubricates and protects your engine's components that will help extend it's life. Having your belts and hoses checked regularly is another important routine maintenance task, because they enable your vehicle and other important components within to run. Keeping your door, hood hinges, steering, suspension, and driveline lubricated will help prevent rusting, allowing for easier steering, and helps keep your ride smooth. Our lube, oil, and filter coupon helps you maintain these important components for the price of a normal oil change! Our friendly Service Staff's inspection can save you money on potentially costly repairs in the future by informing you right away if anything requires attention. Keep up on your routine maintenance with our lube, oil, and filter coupon!

$119.95 Coolant Flush

Coolant is one of the most important fluids in your vehicle, as it can regulate and reduce the heat of the engine over time. Your coolant should be replaced about every 30,000 miles or every two years. Because your coolant is so important to your engine's functions, you'll want to make sure you keep track of when this service is needed, or ask our service technicians for help! Our Service Staff will also check for any leaks, as well as take a look at your belts and hoses, too. 

With a summer full of activities, road trips, and fun in the sun, it can be easy to forget about vehicle maintenance. Remembering to have your vehicle regularly looked at, however, is the best way to prevent costly repairs that could cut into your road trip fund. Use these service and partscoupons to save you money to help prevent anything from happening while you're out on the road! If you'd like to take advantage of these limited-offer deals, schedule an appointment with us and print off the coupon you'll be using and our Service Staff will get it taken care of right away. Plus, you can further reduce your need for costly maintenance with our helpful routine maintenance tips to keep up on your vehicle's needs year-round!

Located conveniently just outside of Lansing, Hank Graff Chevrolet Okemos is here to help you with your car buying and servicing needs. Our goal is to create a transparent experience and a comfortable environment for all of our valuable customers. If you have any questions, or would like to schedule an appointment, reach us at (517) 349-8300, or stop by the dealership at 1748 W. Grand River in Okemos, MI 48864

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Top 5 Garage Organization Tips

OKEMOS, Mich. – Last week we shared our spring cleaning tips for your car. This week, we have put together the top 5 garage organization tips that will help keep your garage clean and provide you enough room for all off your toys and vehicles. Let these 5 ideas inspire you to a more organized way of living!

Wood Pallet Stand

Ceiling Shelves

Laundry Detergent Storage Containers

Pull Out Storage Case

Ball Corral

Get in the spring-cleaning mood with our top 5 garage organization tips. You will love having extra space and a clean area to keep the car! Why stop the spring-cleaning at the garage and house? Visit our seasonal maintenance page on our website for spring car care tips. You can learn how to properly take care of your vehicle’s tires, fluids, wiper blades and more for the spring season. We even give you tips and tricks to spring-cleaning your interior and exterior!

Do you have a few maintenance tasks on your vehicle you would like to cross off of your spring to-do list? Schedule an appointment at our Service Center and our team of ASE Certified Technicians will get you back on the road in no time! If you have any questions regarding your vehicle remember to visit our FAQ page. We provide answers to many common service questions.

Hank Graff Chevrolet Okemos is committed to providing you with integrity and convenience, all close to home. Let our friendly team of Chevy professionals at Hank Graff Okemos help you – simply call us at (517) 349-8300 or visit our showroom, located at 1748 W. Grand River Okemos, MI 48864. We’re just minutes from Lansing!

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Spring Car Care and Maintenance Tips by Hank Graff Chevrolet Okemos

OKEMOS, Mich. – When it comes to taking care of your vehicle, our experts at Hank Graff Chevrolet Okemos want to provide you the best service. Seasonal auto maintenance is a very important component when it comes to extending the life and efficiency of your vehicle. The spring season is an important time to refresh your vehicle after the grueling winter conditions it may have faced. On our website you can find our spring car care and maintenance tips by Hank Graff Chevrolet Okemos under our seasonal maintenance page. Learn how spring car care can help your vehicle in the long run.

Take a look at what vehicle maintenance topics we cover in our spring car care page:

• Tires – Your tires are the most important piece to your vehicle! We show you the best ways spring tire care helps your car after the winter weather. 
• Wiper Blades – With all the rain the spring season brings, you will want to make sure your wiper blades are ready. Read about proper spring wiper blade care so you’re prepared. 
• Fluids – Top off all of your fluids this spring. Know what fluids to check on our spring vehicle fluids car care page. 
• Suspension and Alignment – Your suspension and alignment are important when helping your car on the road. Read about how spring suspension and alignment care will help you have a smoother ride. 
• Spring Car Cleaning – Learn how spring car cleaning is important for your vehicle’s interior and exterior. We offer great tips on salt cleaning, car washes, and more!

These seasonal spring car care and maintenance tips by Hank Graff Chevrolet Okemos will not only help you get the most out of your vehicle performance, but help extend the life of your car! You can visit our Graff Chevrolet Okemos Service Center for maintenance on everything from fluids to tires. If you have more questions on vehicle maintenance our FAQ page provides the answers to the most commonly asked questions. We don’t have your question? Call our service center at (517) 349-8300 today.

You can schedule your next appointment for spring car care online or by calling Graff Chevrolet Okemos Service Center. Hank Graff Chevrolet Okemos is committed to providing you with integrity and convenience, all close to home. Let our friendly team of Chevy professionals at Hank Graff Okemos help you – simply call us at (517) 349-8300 or visit our showroom, located at 1748 W. Grand River Okemos, MI 48864. We’re just minutes from Lansing and proudly service the Okemos area including Williamston, Haslett, East Lansing, and Mason!

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Frequently Asked Serviced Questions Answered by Graff Okemos

OKEMOS, Mich. – At Hank Graff Chevrolet Okemos we take pride in helping our customers with all of their vehicle maintenance. Our full-service automotive center offers everything from routine maintenance to major repairs on all makes and models. Another way our ASE Certified technicians can help you is with our new and improved FAQ page. On our website you can find frequently asked service questions answered by Graff Okemos. Now the convenience you love about our service center is extended to our website.

See what new categories we have in our Service Center FAQ's to help you navigate your questions:

• Tires—Tires are the most essential component to your vehicle. Whether you have a wear and tear question, or just routine maintenance you can get your answer here.
• General Car Care—These questions were compiled with everything from general maintenance to weather conditions. If you have a question about basic driving wear on your vehicle this is the category for you.
• Wipers—For something we never think about, there are a few common questions we get about windshield wipers. Learn all about them here.
• Under the Hood—Have you ever opened the hood of your car and thought, “What am I doing?” Don’t worry. These answers are grouped for anything that may need attention under the hood of your vehicle. Get the answers here!
• Breaks—Does something not feel right or sound funny? Check out what common answers to you brake questions are.
• Oil Changes—Confused about oil changes? Or does something not seem right? Check these answers and see if we can help you out before seeing our service technicians.

Our Graff Chevrolet Okemos Service Center is committed to providing you the best quality work and help. Our customers are our number one priority. That is why the frequently asked service questions answered by Graff Okemos are here to help you navigate through the confusion of vehicle maintenance. Can’t find your question? Contact our service center at (517) 349-8300.

Hank Graff Chevrolet Okemos is committed to providing you with integrity and convenience, all close to home. Let our friendly team of Chevy professionals at Hank Graff Okemos help you – simply call us at (517) 349-8300 or visit our showroom, located at 1748 W. Grand River Okemos, MI 48864. We’re just minutes from Lansing!

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Vehicle Maintenance and Winter Car Care Tips at Graff Okemos

OKEMOS, Mich. – Winter is kicking into full gear now Michiganders, so if you haven’t gotten a head start on our winter car maintenance, now is the time to do it. Driving in winter involves ice, snow, salt, and dropping temperatures, which can all take a toll on your vehicle. With the right care though, you and your car will have a great winter season. On our website, we just launched a service area for vehicle maintenance and winter car care tips at Graff Okemos. These winter car care tips will not only extend the life of your vehicle, but also keep you safe all season long. We know how much of an investment buying or leasing a car, truck, or SUV is, so we’re going to help you keep it in tip-top shape.

On our Winter Car Care Page you can find more information on–

• Tires: It’s important to know why winter tires work better than your normal tires. Your tires will make a big difference in winter driving because the treads are designed to maneuver through snow and ice. Read more about the importance on winter tires by clicking the link.
• Batteries: Cold temperatures can decrease your car’s battery life. Normally, a battery is good for two to three years, so if your battery is getting old you may want to replace it. To learn more about the effects winter weather has on your battery, follow the link.
• Brakes: Your brakes should be in tip-top shape every season, but it’s even more crucial in the winter. Your average stopping distance increases a lot when snow and ice are on the ground, so making sure your brakes work properly is important. Learn more about winter brake maintenance by clicking the link.
• Oil Changes: By keeping up on routine oil changes, you’re increasing the life of your engine and car as a whole. It’s especially important to keep up on oil changes in the winter because of the effect the cold temperatures have on the oil. Take a look at the link to see a list of signs your vehicle needs an oil change.
• Wiper Blades: Wiper blades are essential for safe winter driving. You need a clear view to maneuver the roads, and you can’t do that with worn out wiper blades. Follow the link to find a list of signs that your wiper blades need to be replaced.

Icy roads and cold weather can do a number on your vehicle, but with the proper care and preparation you’ll be driving safe and sound all season long. Make sure you take the right steps to winterize your vehicle by visiting our vehicle maintenance and winter car care pages online. Each page will break down the proper care you need to have your vehicle running great through the winter season. If you’d like an extra hand with your winter car care, schedule a service appointment with us online. We’re happy to take care of your tires, oil changes, car battery, brakes, and wiper blades at Graff Okemos.

Hank Graff Chevrolet Okemos is committed to providing you with integrity and convenience, all close to home. Let our friendly team of Chevy professionals at Hank Graff Okemos help you – simply call us at (517) 349-8300 or visit our showroom, located at 1748 W. Grand River Okemos, MI 48864. We’re just minutes from Lansing!

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Battle Winter With These 5 Essential Car Care Tips

OKEMOS, Mich. –– If you thought it was important to prepare your car for fall, just wait until winter hits and your vehicle isn't prepared to handle the harsh realities of months like January and February. You can avoid any major issues that cold weather and winter elements can easily exacerbate for your vehicle if you take care of any necessary auto service by visiting our Delta Charter Township area Chevrolet dealer before the snow falls. Take our word for it and battle winter with these five essential car care tips to make sure your vehicle makes it through to spring.

1. Equip your vehicle with a new set of tires.

Your vehicle should first and foremost have a new set tires specifically designed to handle slick roads packed with snow or sheeted by ice. If your vehicle's tires are balding or haven't been rotated in more than six months, there's a good chance they aren't up to par for winter and could pose a serious risk to you and other drivers on winter roads. Check your vehicle's tires for smooth spots or diminishment of tread. If they seem unsafe, let our technicians equip your vehicle with a new set.

2. Have our technicians inspect your brakes.

Along with making sure your vehicle's tires are ready for winter, it's vital to have a good set of brakes. To ensure your vehicle's brakes are ready to battle winter, have our technicians inspect them for corrosion and other negative signs. Likewise, if you notice your vehicle's brakes are squeaking, or if you're coasting when you come to a stop, both are signs that you need to see our technicians.

3. Inspect your battery for corrosion.

It could be difficult to start your vehicle if its battery isn't ready to handle the frigid temperatures of winter. It's also likely your vehicle could become dysfunctional or struggle to operate properly while you're driving if its battery is in bad condition. To make sure your vehicle's battery is ready to battle winter, inspect it for corrosion. If your vehicle is having trouble starting or its interior lights and headlights seem dim or are flickering, it could also be a sign that the battery won't be in a condition to handle the harsh temperatures ahead. Go here to learn more about the battery services we offer.

4. Make sure your coolant level is where it should be.

Many drivers assume coolant for your vehicle's cooling system is only useful in the heat of summer to keep a vehicle's engine from overheating. However, coolant also keeps your vehicle's engine from freezing in the winter from cold temperatures. If your vehicle's coolant level is too low, the engine could stall or your vehicle could have a hard time starting up. Before it starts snowing, check your vehicle's coolant level, as well as other fluid levels. If your vehicle's fluids are low or you think there may be a leak in a line, let our technicians take a look.

5. Install a new set of wiper blades.

Don't assume wiper blades are only useful in the spring and summer when it rains. Snow, of course, is simply a different state of water, and it can easily obscure your vision when it hits your windshield if your vehicle isn't equipped with an updated set of wiper blades. Old wiper blades will leave streaks and struggle to clear moisture from your windshield, making it difficult to see during a snowstorm. Visit the service page on our webstie to see what poor visibility looks like: http://bit.ly/1I4id39

There's plenty of other auto service you should have our technicians take care of before winter hits, but at the very least you should be able to battle winter with these five essential car care tips. Let our friendly team of Chevy professionals at Hank Graff Okemos help you. Call us at (517) 349-8300 or visit our showroom, located at 1748 W. Grand River Okemos, MI 48864. We’re just minutes from Lansing!

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