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It's easy to knock your wheels out of alignment as you navigate the Eugene, OR landscape. If you hit a speed bump just the wrong way or find a curb by accident with your wheel, your tires may go out of alignment. This can cause problems while you are driving down the road, and it's time to head to Lithia Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram FIAT of Eugene to get your car properly aligned.

If you are driving down the road and your vehicle pulls to one side or another, your tires aren't aligned. 

Belts and hoses have been part of the basic structure of all vehicles since Henry Ford first rolled out his iconic Model T more than a century ago. Whether you have a powerful muscle car, a sensible sedan, or a rugged pickup, you'll want to make sure these parts are working as expected for your Eugene, Oregon adventures.

One of the most important belts in your vehicle is the timing belt. If this belt stops working, your engine won't be working either; the drive belt provides power for things like your vehicle's A/C compressor, cooling fan…

Experts recommend drivers living or traveling in regions where all four seasons are experienced - take precautions to ensure the gas tank is half full during the coldest months during the calendar year. This provides protection if unforeseen events leave you stranded, or help ensure car mechanics function adequately.

Adverse weather conditions such as black ice, lake effect snow, partially cleared roads and traffic congestion may halter estimated time of arrival to a given appointment. A fuel tank that is half full will help provide warmth as you wait through the congestion.

Automotive service and maintenance appointments are somethings that many drivers tend to often put off until it is far too late. Due to their busy schedules, many people just can't seem to find the time to make an appointment. Fortunately, there is now a new solution to that problem that we proudly offer right here at Lithia Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram FIAT of Eugene. Our customers are encouraged to utilize our online service scheduler that will make things much more convenient for you!

Your fluids are vital to your overall operations and safe driving. Fluid service is an integral part of your maintenance plan, as it corrects potential mishaps and breakdowns before they happen. You want to make sure every fluid is assessed on a regular basis, and our service department here at Lithia Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Eugene always checks on every vital fluid.

Getting all the tires on your vehicle rotated will have far-reaching benefits you might not even be aware of today. One thing are for sure; you won't be spending those dollars on new tires if you focus on getting the tires rotated often; especially with these tips from our staff at Lithia Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram FIAT of Eugene in mind:

At our Eugene, OR service center, we can have our team do a tire rotation in less time than it would take to get the oil changed in your vehicle. Stop in and experience the quality of our…

Spring is coming! Do you know what this means in regards to keeping your vehicle in great shape? After the cold winter months, the weather and harsh elements have certainly had an effect on the health of your automobile. Here at Lithia Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram FIAT of Eugene, we wanted to share some straightforward tips as spring arrives, so you can stay safely on the road!

• Check the battery
• Wash the exterior
• Inspect the tire pressure
• Check the brakes
• Inspect the windshield wipers
• Lubricate the chassis
• Change your oil
• And more!

 

Not only from their drivers, but quite literally, engines under a lot more pressure than they used to be. So before you schedule your next oil change services in Eugene OR, consider this:

Does your usual service center take into account the make, model, and mileage of your car, as well as your own driving characteristics when they select the oil they're about to pour into your engine?

 

This week at Lithia Chrysler Jeep Dodge of Eugene in Eugene, OR, we're excited to highlight another one of the 2015 Chrysler 200's impressive features: the electronic parking break. We know that adjusting from manual controls to electronic controls can be a little confusing at first. That being said, we stumbled upon this helpful instructional video from Mopar and thought we'd pass it along to make you car search a little easier. Check it out below. With this spiffy option, you won't have to w

It's well known that infants should be in a rear-facing car seat. This supports their developing neck muscles in the event of a sudden stop. The law in many places allows the child to begin facing forward after their second birthday. However, some seats are rated for children up to 45 pounds, and if your child has not outgrown the seat, it's safest to keep them in it. The same goes for a forward facing seat. The child is safest in the seat until their height or weight exceeds its limits. Even a