6 Tips for Optimal Chevy Hybrid Maintenance  

Hybrid vehicles combine the best of both worlds: gasoline and electric power. Maintenance of such a sophisticated machine requires a little extra knowledge, so here are some essential Chevy hybrid maintenance tips to keep your car in tip-top condition. You can also ask for assistance and guidance at your local Chevy dealership. 

Drive Your Car Regularly   

A hybrid’s battery can diminish in capacity and longevity if left unused for prolonged periods. The battery is charged with regenerative braking combined with power from the combustion engine. It’s therefore important to drive your hybrid at least 600 miles a month to keep the battery fully recharged and in good health. 

Have Both Batteries Tested Frequently 

Along with the primary high-voltage battery pack, your hybrid has a second battery: the ordinary 12-volt battery that supplies electricity to your dashboard, phone charger, automatic windows, and other electrical accessories. Both batteries should be routinely tested at your local dealership to ensure they’re not deteriorating. This is particularly important during summer, when Santa Fe’s sweltering heat can take its toll on all types of car batteries. 

Keep Oil and Fluids Fresh 

As with any combustion engine, the motor oil needs to be changed once every six months. The coolant, brake fluid, transmission fluid, and other vital vehicle fluids should also be checked, topped up, and flushed periodically. You can check your owner’s manual for appropriate intervals for fluid services. 

Check, Rotate, and Replace the Tires

The air pressure inside your tires should be kept at an optimal PSI without being over or under-inflated. While checking the air pressure once a month, also inspect the treads for uneven or excessive wear. It’s wise to have your car’s tires rotated twice a year and changed when the treads become 2/32 of an inch or less. 

Book Regular Brake Inspections 

Keeping your brakes in good shape requires regular inspections at your local dealership: once every six months is suitable for most drivers. You should also keep an eye out for squealing sounds and other indications of worn-out brake components, which should always be promptly replaced. 

Schedule Routine Services at Your Chevy Dealership

Battery and fluid checks, brake inspections, tire rotations, and other vital hybrid maintenance services are numerous and can sometimes be hard to keep track of. If you schedule these services with us, we’ll send you reminders and you’re far less likely to neglect any part of your car. 

Visit Chevrolet of Santa Fe in Santa Fe, NM, today to have your hybrid cared for by experienced technicians. 

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