Electric vehicles have fewer components than their gas counterparts but still need maintenance. Here at your local GMC dealer, we know that proper GMC EV maintenance can keep your ride in top condition. Let’s explore everything you need to know about your EV’s care.
GMC EV Maintenance from Your Local GMC Dealer
Tire Rotation and Multi-Point Vehicle Inspection
Tire rotation involves changing the position of each tire on your vehicle periodically to help achieve uniform wear across all tires. This service can prevent the premature wear of your tires and improve your EV’s performance. GMC recommends rotating the tires and performing a multi-point vehicle inspection every 7,500 miles.
During the multi-point inspection, our certified technicians check the tire pressure, fluid levels, windshield wipers, brake system, and powertrain and drivetrain systems to make sure everything is working as it should. At the moment of the inspection, they also lubricate the body components and top up the fluid levels if necessary.
Fluid Changes
GMC’s electric vehicles have three main fluid circuits: the electric drive unit fluid, the coolant circuits, and the brake system fluid. You should drain and replace the electric drive unit fluid every 45,000 miles. The coolant circuits should be drained and refilled every 150,000 miles or every five years, whichever comes first. The brake fluid must be replaced every two years.
Additional Services
In addition to all the services above, you should replace the passenger compartment air filter every 6,000 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first. Your EV might need more frequent services if you’re driving in severe conditions, such as challenging roads or high-traffic areas, or if you use the vehicle for high-speed or competitive driving or services such as taxi or delivery.
Owner Maintenance Schedule
Beyond the dealership maintenance services, GMC also recommends inspecting the tires for wear, checking the tire pressure, and checking the windshield wiper’s fluid level once a month. If the tire pressure is off or you notice signs of wear, you should schedule a tire service straight away to enhance your vehicle’s safety and prevent accidents.
Ready to learn more? Contact us at Dutch Miller’s Beckley Automall in Beckley, WV; we will be here to answer any questions you might have about your EV’s maintenance and schedule your vehicle for routine or emergency services.
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