{"id":2006,"date":"2021-10-13T15:27:30","date_gmt":"2021-10-13T20:27:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.carwise.com\/blog\/?p=2006"},"modified":"2021-10-13T15:27:30","modified_gmt":"2021-10-13T20:27:30","slug":"four-things-to-know-about-maintaining-your-truck","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carwise.com\/blog\/2021\/10\/13\/four-things-to-know-about-maintaining-your-truck\/","title":{"rendered":"Four Things to Know About Maintaining Your Truck"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Data shows that out of all\nthe cars on the road, light trucks continue to be the most popular vehicle by\nsale. Light-duty trucks can be great for hauling, but all of that weight can\nalso have an impact on different parts of the vehicle, from tires and brakes to\nthe engine. Fortunately, routine maintenance you can help preserve the life of\nyour truck. Below, find four tips to help your truck stay on the road for as\nlong as possible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1 &#8211; Change the engine\noil and filter regularly. <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re using your truck\nto haul things frequently, like a boat or work equipment, it can put a strain\non your truck\u2019s powerful engine. While changing the engine oil and filter is\nimportant maintenance for every type of vehicle, it\u2019s especially important for\ntrucks because of the added stress it sustains from bearing extra weight \u2013 from\nthe auto body itself, as well as your vehicle load. Information on how often to\nchange these items can be found in your truck\u2019s manual. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While in the shop, have\nthem check the other fluid levels as well and top any off that are running low.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2 &#8211; Inspect the brakes frequently.\n<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Brakes can wear out quickly\non a truck, as the extra weight of heavy loads can strain them, so it\u2019s always\na good to ask for your brakes to be inspected when you\u2019re getting other routine\nmaintenance done, like an oil change. Generally, a truck\u2019s brake pads will last\naround 50,000 miles \u2013 but it could be sooner, depending on usage. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keep an eye out for signs that\nyour truck\u2019s brakes are wearing down: your truck\u2019s indicator lights if you have\na newer model, the thickness of the brake pads, or physical cues when you\nbrake: vibrations, squeaking, or the scent of burnt rubber.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3 &#8211; Rotate tires\nroutinely.<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rotating your truck\u2019s tires\nregularly can help make sure they wear out at the same rate. Typically, tires\nshould be rotated every 5,000-7,000 miles on a truck, though if you\u2019re\nfrequently hauling heavy loads in your truck or driving many miles, you might\nneed a rotation sooner. Be sure to have the tires inspected during other\nregular maintenance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4 &#8211;<\/strong> <strong>Prevent paint corrosion and rust. <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One thing that can spell the end for any vehicle is corrosion and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carwise.com\/blog\/2021\/04\/02\/should-i-get-those-small-rust-spots-on-my-car-fixed-2\/\">rust<\/a> \u2013 and trucks may be especially susceptible if you take them off road or through muddy, gravelly conditions. If you do go through mud or get debris on your car, be sure to take it through a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carwise.com\/blog\/2021\/07\/23\/can-a-car-wash-damage-your-cars-finish\/\">car wash<\/a> or wash it yourself promptly to prevent damage to your car\u2019s finish. Additionally, any scratches to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carwise.com\/blog\/2021\/04\/28\/does-your-car-need-a-paint-job\/\"> paintjob<\/a> should be promptly repaired to prevent rust from beginning to form. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Find An Auto Body Shop\nNear You<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As a truck owner, you want\nyour truck to stay in the best shape it possibly can and you want it to be safe\non the road. Still, accidents happen or sometimes you need auto body repairs to\nprevent further damage to your vehicle.&nbsp;\nIf your truck needs collision repair, auto glass repair, or auto body\nmaintenance to repair rust or scratches, Carwise can help. To find a reputable\nauto body shop near you, search Carwise.com and read reviews from real\ncustomers, find shop hours and locations, before and after photos, and\ncertifications. With more than 21,000 shops to choose from, Carwise.com will\nhelp you find your perfect fit. Get started today: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carwise.com\/auto-body-shops%20\/\">https:\/\/www.carwise.com\/auto-body-shops \/<\/a> .<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":2008,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[6,8],"tags":[192,216,268],"class_list":["post-2006","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-car-care-tips","category-maintenance","tag-light-trucks","tag-pickup-truck","tag-truck-maintenance"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v28.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Four Things to Know About Maintaining Your Truck - Auto Body Shop Blog - Carwise.com<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Four tips for maintaining your light truck to prevent an accident, from engine maintenance to brake replacement and tire rotation.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.carwise.com\/blog\/2021\/10\/13\/four-things-to-know-about-maintaining-your-truck\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Four Things to Know About Maintaining Your Truck - 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